C-12 Huron
The C-12 Huron is a twin turboprop executive passenger and cargo aircraft manufactured by Raytheon Aircraft Company (RAC) (formerly Beech Aircraft Corporation). The Huron is the military version of the Beechcraft Model 200 Super King AirIt made its first flight in October 27 1972.
The C-12 is a high-performance, fixed-wing, T-tail monoplane, pressurized, twin engine turboprop that could accommodate 2 crews (a pilot & co-pilot) and 8 passengers. The C-12 provides on-call, rapid response, modern air transport for high priority supply and movement of key personnel. Specifically, it is used for VIP transport or to deliver repair parts, equipment, and accident investigation teams wherever needed. Its support role also includes such functions as range clearance, medical evacuation, administrative movement of personnel, transportation connections, and courier flights. It is powered by two Pratt and Whitney PT6A-41/42/65 turbo prop engines.
The Government’s C-12 aircraft fleet is similar to the Beech Super King Air 200 & 1900C, which is operated extensively around the world by many private and commercial users. The aircraft provides operational support for military bases, sites, fleet and shore units. . C-12 variants were adopted by all U.S armed services except the U.S Coast Guard, with more than 300 currently active.
The C-12 Huron will continue to be the mainstay of Operation Support Airlift (OSA) through the year 2010.
Specifications (C-12 Huron)
Type: Passenger and cargo airlift
Crew: 2
Length: 43 feet 10 (13.3 meters)
Height: 15 feet (4.57 meters)
Weight: Max. gross, take-off: 15,000 lbs (6,750 kg)
Ceiling: 35,000 feet (10,668 meters)
Range: 1,974 nautical miles (3,658 km)
Armament: None
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