A Boeing C-17 Globemaster III military transport seen on the apron, likely at a US Air Force base.
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Spotter's notes
Image taken from inside a car, aircraft visible in the distance, classic T-tail and high-wing profile of the C-17; livery matches standard USAF paint scheme.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
C17
Model
C-17 Globemaster III
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
United States Air Force
Airline Code
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Livery
US Air Force (Gray, likely military standard)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100
Thrust
4 x 180 kN (each)
Wingspan
51.75 m
Length
53.04 m
Height
16.79 m
MTOW
265,352 kg
Range
4,482 km (with max payload)
Capacity
77,519 kg cargo or 102 paratroopers
Cruise Speed
830 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3 (civilian variant meets Chapter 4 standards)