Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

17 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

The identifier '40070' and 'Martinsburg' tail code indicate it operates with the 167th Airlift Wing of the West Virginia Air National Guard.

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Aircraft

C-17 Globemaster III C17

U.S. Air Force ANG Martinsburg

40070

Registration

Airline

U.S. Air Force

Manufacturer

Boeing

Insights

Aviation History

The C-17 Globemaster III is a primary United States Air Force (USAF) large military transport aircraft developed for rapid strategic airlift of troops and cargo.

Fleet Rarity

Less than 300 built; primarily in service with only a handful of air forces worldwide.

Record Flights

Has performed Antarctic airlift missions and holds records for tactical airlift performance.

Safety & Events

Widely used in military and humanitarian missions worldwide.

Future Outlook

Still active in the USAF fleet and select allied air forces.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100

Engine

51.75 m

Wingspan

53.04 m

Length

4,482 km with max payload

Range

830 km/h

Speed

77,519 kg cargo or 102 paratroopers

Capacity

265,352 kg

MTOW

16.79 m

Height

4 × 180 kN (40,400 lbf) each

Thrust

Compliant with ICAO Chapter 3, typically 87-93 dB

Noise

Limited lighting makes some markings less visible.