C-17 Aircraft

Everything the C-17 Globemaster Can Carry

Introduction: The C-17’s Strategic Airlift Role Military cargo aircraft have gotten complicated with all the conflicting information flying around about what they can actually carry....

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Inside the C-17 Globemaster III Interior Layout

Want to know what it’s actually like inside a C-17 Globemaster III? Let me walk you through it, from the cargo hold to the cockpit,...

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How C-17 Pilots Build Six-Figure Careers After the Military

Let’s talk about money. Specifically, how C-17 pilots transition from military service to six-figure civilian careers. Because here’s the reality: while military pilot pay is...

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The Global C-17 Fleet 222 Aircraft in 8 Countries

The C-17 Globemaster III fleet represents one of the most successful strategic airlift programs in aviation history. With 279 aircraft delivered between 1991 and 2015,...

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Where Americas 222 C-17s Are Based Every Squadron Guide

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The 2,000 Hours You Need Before Flying a C-17 Solo

Becoming a fully qualified C-17 Aircraft Commander takes years, not months. While you can earn your basic pilot wings in about a year and complete...

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How C-17 Crews Deliver 100 Tons of Hope After Disasters

When disaster strikes—earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes, or humanitarian crises—the C-17 is often among the first aircraft on scene. The same capabilities that make it a formidable...