CASA C-212 Aviocar facts for kids

Spanish Air Force CASA C-212 Aviocar in flight

The CASA C-212 Aviocar is a special airplane from Spain. It has two powerful engines called turboprops. This plane was first made to carry things, like a big flying truck! But it can also carry people, like a small passenger plane. Both regular people (civilians) and military groups use it. The United States Air Force even uses some as the C-41 to help their special forces. Some versions of the plane are built for looking closely at areas (reconnaissance) or watching over the sea (maritime patrol).

What is the CASA C-212 Aviocar?

The CASA C-212 Aviocar is a type of aircraft known for being very useful. It was designed by a Spanish company called CASA. This plane is known for being able to take off and land on shorter runways. This makes it great for places where bigger planes cannot go.

A Plane for Many Jobs

The Aviocar is a very versatile plane, meaning it can do many different things. It is not just for one type of mission.

Carrying Cargo and People

One of its main jobs is to carry cargo. It can transport supplies, equipment, or even vehicles. It also works as a light airliner, carrying passengers on shorter flights. Its design allows it to be easily changed from carrying goods to carrying people.

Helping Special Forces

The C-212 is also used by military special forces. These are highly trained groups that need to get to specific places quickly and quietly. The plane can drop paratroopers or deliver special equipment. It is a reliable choice for these important missions.

Watching from the Sky

Some versions of the C-212 are made for special observation tasks. They can be used for reconnaissance, which means flying over an area to gather information. Others are used for maritime patrol. This involves flying over oceans to look for ships, submarines, or even people who need rescuing. These planes often have special radars and cameras to help them see things from above.

Where Does it Fly?

The CASA C-212 Aviocar is used by many countries around the world. It flies for different air forces, navies, and coast guards. It is also used by private companies for things like skydiving or transporting goods to remote areas. For example, some are used in Antarctica to support scientific research.

Images for kids

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  A C-212 of the Spanish Air Force

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  Cockpit of a C-212, February 2004

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  A paratrooper jumping from a C-212, 11 December 2013

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  Electronic counter measures equipped C-212-200 of the Portuguese Air Force (late 1980s)

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  Lloyd Aviation C-212 at Perth Airport (early 1990s).

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  CASA C-212-200 of Northwest Airlink operating a scheduled flight at Flint, Michigan, in April 1986

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  Skytraders ski-equipped CASA 212–400, used by the Australian Antarctic Division

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  Argentine Coast Guard Aviocar

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  USASOAC C-212 conducting static-line parachute operations

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  CASA CN 212-200 used for parachuting by the SkyHawks Parachute Team

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  Skydivers waiting to exit a CASA C-212 in June 2011

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  CASA C-212 military operators

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  Radar operator's console in the cabin of a C-212

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  Blackwater Worldwide C-212 over Afghanistan

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  CASA C-212-400 of the Vietnam Coast Guard

See also

In Spanish: CASA C-212 Aviocar para niños