Rare spotting: A Kuwait Air Force Boeing C-17 Globemaster III (KAF 342) parked at the apron—one of only two operated by Kuwait!
© TonyLTX
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Spotter's notes
This is a military strategic airlifter, not commonly photographed in civilian airports. The yellow tail of a DHL airliner is also visible in the foreground.
Aircraft identity
Registration
KAF 342
ICAO Type
C17
Model
C-17 Globemaster III
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Kuwait Air Force
Livery
Kuwait Air Force
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100
Thrust
4 x 180 kN (40,400 lbf)
Wingspan
51.75 meters
Length
53.04 meters
Height
16.79 meters
MTOW
265,352 kilograms
Range
4,482 kilometers
Capacity
Up to 77,500 kilograms cargo or 102 troops
Cruise Speed
830 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 4 compliant