Services: U.S. Air Force Propulsion: 4x Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100 turbofan engines Speed: 450 kts Range: Global with in ... of cargo (18 pallet positions) The C-17 Globemaster serves as the ...

it took four more years until the first C-17 squadron became operationally ready. It's gotten a reputation as an incredibly ...

the C-17 can haul military tanks as well as large industrial equipment anywhere in the world with aerial refueling. Without aerial refueling, the C-17’s range is around 4,480 km.

In early 2023, the Air National Guard’s C-17 weapons system manager sought volunteers ... Aircraft equipped with microvanes can extend their range while carrying additional cargo, enhancing ...