The Ilyushin Il-78 (Russian: Илью́шин Ил-78; NATO reporting name Midas) is a Soviet/Russian four-engined aerial refueling tanker based on the Il-76 strategic airlifter. [ 2 ] Design and …

The Ilyushin IL-78 air-to-air refuelling tanker aircraft is a four-engine tanker principally used for in-flight refuelling. It was designed and developed on the basis of a similar predecessor, the IL …

Feb 28, 2022 · Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Ilyushin IL-78 (Midas) In-Flight Refueling Tanker Aircraft including pictures.

Sep 13, 2009 · Ilyushin Il-76 'Candid' and Il-78 'Midas' history, specifications, schematics, pictures, and data.

Internally the Il-78 has a pair of enormous cylindrical, pallet-mounted fuel tanks in the cargo hold, together containing 35 tonnes of the aircraft’s 100-tonne total transferable fuel load.

The Ilyushin Il-78 is a four-engined aerial refueling tanker based on the Il-76. The Il-78 has a total transferable fuel load of 85,720 kilograms (188,980 lb), which includes 28,000 kilograms …

Mar 29, 2025 · Tankers will be leased from the French Air Force and private company Metrea while the Indian Air Force finalizes plans for a long-term solution. India’s fleet of Ilyushin Il …

The Il-78 'Midas' is an air-to-air refuelling development of the Il-76, built to replace Myasishchev 'Bison' tankers. Service entry was in 1987.

Jan 7, 2023 · The four-engine tanker Ilyushin IL-78 air-to-air refueling tanker aircraft is primarily used for in-flight refueling. Its predecessor, the IL-76, served as a model for its design and …

The IL-78 integrates advanced refueling systems and additional fuel storage, ensuring it can effectively extend the range and endurance of various military aircraft. The IL-78 is powered by …