Why The C-17 Globemaster Won’t Be Retired Anytime Soon

One aircraft's incredible impact: Unraveling the mystery of the C-17 Globemaster's unmatched versatility and reliability.

How many hours can a C-17 Globemaster fly without refueling?

A closet look at how far the Globemaster can go without topping up.
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The C-17 Could Stay a “Globemaster” for Another 50 Years

An Air Force general speculated that the C-17 Globemaster III would remain in service until 2075, even after its NGAL successor platform comes online. The United States Air Force today operates a ...
The Aviationist

Inside Hawaii’s 535th Airlift Squadron: How C-17 Crews Stand Ready for the Pacific

In an exclusive interview at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Col. Luke Spathes and Lt. Col. Reinier Villanueva discuss rapid mobility, integration with F-22s, and the challenges of operating in the ...
KHON2

Inside the 15th Wing: The Teamwork Behind the C-17 Missions

Kelly experienced firsthand what it’s like to fly in a C-17 when she joined the U.S. Air Force on a training mission, taking to the skies with the 15th Wing at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam! The ...
Jalopnik

Why Boeing Retired Its Iconic C-17 Globemaster III

Boeing is reportedly considering resuming production of its C-17 Globemaster III jet, discontinued in 2015. That's going to be quite a trick since the Long Beach, California factory that made the ...