The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a powerful military transport aircraft that entered service in 1991. Built by Boeing, it costs about $328 million. Designed by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing), the C-17 first flew in 1991 and was delivered to the USAF in 1995. The C-17 is used for both tactical and strategic airlift, moving troops, equipment, and supplies efficiently. Its rapid loading and unloading capabilities make it essential for military logistics.
Replacing the Lockheed C-141 Starlifter, the C-17 increases the Air Force’s airlift capacity. Its main goal is to relieve the C-5 fleet, letting it focus on oversized cargo.
