What plane is called the angel of death?
Meet the ‘AC-130’ often called the Angel of Death and see why it’s a key close-air-support asset. It began as a modified cargo plane but evolved into a gunship with side-mounted cannons, sensors, infrared and night-vision tech. Ultimately, the AC-130’s biggest weakness is its large size and slow speed, which make it an easy target for anyone on the ground. Overcoming this requires accurate and timely intelligence to ensure the battlespace is as safe as possible for the aircraft’s operation.
Which aircraft is the angel of death?
The crew of this AC-130A Spectre gunship, named Azrael (Azrael, in the Koran, is the angel of death who severs the soul from the body) displayed courage and heroism during the closing hours of Operation Desert Storm. Azrael, often referred to as the angel of death, is a significant spiritual figure in Judaism and Islam, as well as in some new age belief systems. In Hebrew, his name means whom God helps, and he plays a crucial role in facilitating the transition of souls from life to death.