WC-135 Constant Phoenix

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:C-135_Stratolifter
gptkbp:aircraft_operated modified jet aircraft
gptkbp:associated_with Cold War monitoring
gptkbp:avionics advanced electronic systems
gptkbp:collaborations collaborates with other nations on nuclear monitoring.
gptkbp:communication secure communication systems
gptkbp:crew gptkb:5
gptkbp:deployment various international missions
gptkbp:elevation up to 40,000 feet
gptkbp:engine_type turbofan
gptkbp:fighting_style capable of electronic warfare operations
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1964
gptkbp:fuel_capacity over 20,000 pounds
gptkbp:future_plans upgrades planned for continued service
gptkbp:height 39 ft 6 in
gptkbp:historical_significance important for nuclear non-proliferation efforts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label WC-135 Constant Phoenix
gptkbp:intelligence gptkb:satellite
gptkbp:introduced gptkb:1965
gptkbp:is_monitored_by up to 1,000 miles
real-time data collection
gptkbp:is_used_for monitoring nuclear tests
gptkbp:length 135 ft 6 in
gptkbp:maintenance requires specialized maintenance
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:material Boeing 707 airframe
gptkbp:max_speed 500 knots
gptkbp:mission gptkb:government_agency
detecting radioactive particles
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades over the years
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:Constant_Phoenix
gptkbp:number_built gptkb:5
gptkbp:operational_area gptkb:Air_Force_Global_Strike_Command
gptkbp:operational_range global
gptkbp:operational_status gptkb:1965
gptkbp:primary_user gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:radar highly sensitive detection radar
gptkbp:range 6,000 miles
gptkbp:retired still in service
gptkbp:role nuclear detection
gptkbp:safety_features advanced safety systems
gptkbp:seating_capacity up to 10,000 pounds
gptkbp:service_ceiling 40,000 ft
gptkbp:squadrons part of the USAF fleet
gptkbp:status in service
gptkbp:supports nuclear treaty verification
gptkbp:training crew requires specialized training
gptkbp:variant gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:wingspan 130 ft 10 in