The C-27A Spartan is a twin turboprop engine aircraft designed to meet Air Force requirements for a rugged, medium size airland transport. The aircraft is particularly suited for short-to-medium range tactical operations into semi-prepared airfields as short as 1,800 feet. The C-27A is an all-weather, day/night transport with capabilities to perform medical evacuation missions. It can carry 24 litters and four medical attendants, or 34 ground troops. The Spartan has a cargy capacity of more than 2,000 cubic feet, or 12,000 pounds. The C-27A operates with a three person crew of aircraft commander, copilot and loadmaster. The Air Force C-27A fleet consists of 10 aircraft stationed with the 24th Wing at Howard AFB, Panama, and flown by aircrews from 310th Airlift Squadron.
The Spartan is modified from the G222 airframe manufactured in Naples, Italy, by Alenia, S.P.A. Chrysler Technologies Airborne Systems, Inc., as prime contractor, procured G222-710 aircraft from Alenia, and modified those aircraft by installing upgraded navigation, communication, and mission systems required for C-27A operation.Specifications | |
| Primary Function | Cargo/passenger transport |
| Power Plant/Manufacturer | Two General Electric T64-P4D engines |
| Shaft Horse Power | 3,400 each |
| Dimension | 74.5 feet long by 34.7 feet wide |
| Wingspan | 94.2 feet |
| Speed | 250 knots |
| Ceiling | 25,000 feet |
| Takeoff Weight (Typical) | 56,878 pounds |
| Empty Weight | 39,500 pounds |
| Range | 1,500 nautical miles |
| Takeoff Distance | 1,500 feet |
| Runway | 1,800 feet by 45 feet |
