Transport Airbus Beluga, due to the unique shape of the white dolphin named The Saturday, September 13, celebrated the 20th birthday.
Airbus Beluga A300 is an advanced type of aircraft for which the task - to fly the huge planes of the components produced by as many as 11 different plants across Europe. On an airplane cockpit moved an opportunity to accommodate loads through the front of the plane.
Currently operates only five Beluga transport aircraft, but their role in the company vital - without them there is not a smooth aircraft manufacturing process.
Beluga flying wings, the central part of the nose, and practically all Airbus aircraft, with the exception of the A380 model. The Beluga accommodates 47 ton payload.
Even after 20 years in office, a five Beluga aircraft continues to have a bright future. Airbus company goal - to extend the tenure of air monsters and equip them with new charging stations, which will ensure that the work will not interfere with loading the adverse weather conditions.
