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Royal Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III (ZZ174) heavy-lifter banking after takeoff with impressive undercarriage detail.
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Royal Air Force C-17 Globemaster III ZZ714
Aircraft identity
Registration
ZZ174
ICAO Type
C17
Model
C-17A Globemaster III
Manufacturer
Boeing
Airline
Royal Air Force
Livery
Royal Air Force standard grey tactical scheme
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100
Thrust
4 x 181.4 kN (40,440 lbf) each
Wingspan
51.75 meters
Length
53.04 meters
Height
16.79 meters
MTOW
265,352 kilograms
Range
4,482 kilometers with max payload
Capacity
102 troops or 77,500 kg cargo
Cruise Speed
830 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Complies with ICAO Stage 3
Location
Airport Code
NQY/EGHQ
Airport Name
Cornwall Airport Newquay
Viewing Spot
Spitfire Corner
Camera
Device
Nikon D3300
Lens
55-300mm