Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

26 Feb 2026 · © TonyLTX

The aircraft is seen at night on a ramp, with airport lights and ground service equipment in view. The C-17 is used by very few air arms globally, with Qatar being a rare non-U.S. operator.

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Aircraft

C-17 Globemaster III C17

Qatar Emiri Air Force

MAB

Registration

Airline

Qatar Emiri Air Force

Manufacturer

Boeing

Achievements

Night Owl

Badge earned

Insights

Aviation History

The C-17 is a strategic and tactical military airlifter designed for the U.S. Air Force and also operated by select air forces including Qatar. It revolutionized rapid, heavy-lift operations.

Fleet Rarity

Qatar operates a very small fleet of C-17s, making it rare outside U.S. military.

Record Flights

Has participated in several long-haul missions and humanitarian airlifts, including airlifts from Afghanistan and international relief efforts.

Safety & Events

Has been used in high-profile military and humanitarian operations worldwide.

Future Outlook

Still in frontline service and expected to remain active for many years.

Specifications

4 × Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100 turbofans

Engine

51.75 m

Wingspan

53.04 m

Length

4,482 km (with 72,575 kg payload)

Range

830 km/h

Speed

Up to 134 troops or 77,519 kg cargo

Capacity

265,350 kg

MTOW

16.79 m

Height

4 × 40,400 lbf (180 kN) each

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 compliant (approx. 98-105 dB on departure, varies by weight)

Noise

The registration on nose gear door ('MAB') is a partial; full registration may not be visible.