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McDonnell Douglas Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

Military
McDonnell Douglas Boeing C-17 Globemaster III

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The C-17 Globemaster III epitomized strategic airlift when it flew in 1991. A four-engine colossus measuring 53 meters long with a 51.8-meter wingspan, it could transport tanks and troops anywhere on Earth, becoming essential to American global military presence.

Specifikace

Role
Strategic and tactical airlifter
Původ
United States
Posádka
3
Počet motorů
4
První let
1991
Délka
53 m
Rozpětí křídel
51,8 m