Il-78 (according to NATO codification: Midas) is a Soviet tanker aircraft.
Il-78 (according to NATO codification: Midas) is a Soviet tanker aircraft. It was created on the basis of the Il-76MD aircraft and is intended for air refueling of military aircraft. Equipped with a hose-cone air filling system. Currently, this is the only specialized type of tanker aircraft in service with the Russian Air Force. It can also be used as a military transport aircraft (lost this ability in the Il-78M modification).
Il-78 (according to NATO codification: Midas) is a Soviet tanker aircraft.