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Aircraft

C-17 Globemaster III C17

United States Air Force

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Boeing Beginner, Military Maverick, First Catch

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Photo grade

C

C

Score: 61.0

Close-up cockpit detail is interesting, but tight framing and barbed wire obscure the aircraft's impact.

Location

Shellenberger Aviation Museum

Charlotte Douglas International Airport · CLT/KCLT · Runway Runway 18L

35.2251, -80.9336

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport CLT

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a key modern military transport, noted for its strategic airlift, rapid deployment, and versatility with notable use worldwide by the USAF and allied nations.

Fleet Rarity

Over 270 produced, but only a handful of active users worldwide.

Record Flights

Has supported many record heavy-lift and long-range missions, including Antarctic resupply and humanitarian deployments.

Safety & Events

Generally has a strong safety record; used in high-profile operations including emergency evacuations and disaster relief.

Future Outlook

Still in active service with the USAF and various air forces; production ended in 2015.

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 troops

Capacity

265,352 kg

MTOW

16.79 m

Height

4 × 40,440 lbf (180 kN)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (typical for military, but not usually commercially rated)

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