NASA’s Super Guppy aeroplane could easily be seen as an oddball among aircraft.
With its bulbous, rounded body, it’s in the conversation for the most unusual aircraft ever built.
Any aviation fan would be fascinated to see this giant landing, especially if given a chance to see it from a pilot’s POV.
A captivating video of the Super Guppy touchdown at the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force was recorded on 22nd August 2012, when the giant delivered the Shuttle Crew Compartment Trainer.
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Pilot’s POV of Super Guppy
As the Super Guppy approached the runway, it seemed like a normal landing.
However, as the camera angle changed, you can notice how much the aircraft shook, compared to more conventional planes. This shaking might be due to the plane’s unique design.
The cockpit of this massive plane by NASA is also somewhat different than what you expect from a regular plane, reflecting its unusual design.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
One of the most notable differences in its landing process was how it rested on the runway.
Typically, when an airplane lands, the rear tires touch down first.
However, with the Super Guppy, it’s the front tire that makes contact with the runway first.
This unusual landing style is a result of its distinctive design.
A crucial aircraft for NASA missions
Despite its strange appearance and landing style, the Super Guppy was the backbone of several NASA missions, including the famous Apollo missions.
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
Its ability to carry oversized cargo made it an essential part of the space agency’s operations for many years.
The original Aero Spacelines Super Guppy cargo plane retired in 1991 but was replaced by its younger version not long after.
Super Guppy may look odd, but its contribution to space exploration makes it a memorable aircraft in aviation history.
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