IAF's Boeing C-17 Globemaster, cargo plane that can carry 20 Elephants: IN PICS
The Indian Air Force inducted the Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster III in the force for airlifting troops and large cargo, delivering humanitarian supplies and lifesaving aeromedical missions.
The Boeing C-17 Globemaster is one of the world's most advanced military cargo aircraft and since its first flight in 1991, has amassed more than 2.6 million flying hours airlifting troops and large cargo, delivering humanitarian supplies by precision airdrop, and performing lifesaving aeromedical missions. The Indian Air Force also has C-17 in its fleet, making it one of the most advanced flying military divisions. The Indian Air Force's Boeing C-17 Globemaster can carry a payload of up to 164,900 pounds (74,797 kg), which is equivalent of carrying 18-20 Asiatic elephants. Here's a look at the Boeing C-17 Globemaster and its load carrying capacity.
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
The C-17 Globemaster is a cargo plane made by the US-based Boeing Defence and can carry large equipment, supplies and troops directly to small airfields in harsh terrain anywhere in the world. The plane is known as a sturdy, long-haul aircraft that delivers heavy, oversized payloads in unpredictable conditions.
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Indian Air Force's Boeing-made C-17 Globemaster
Currently, 275 C-17s operate around the world with the United States Air Force being its biggest customer having 223 planes in 12 bases. Outside, the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Kuwait, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, India and the 12-nation Strategic Airlift Capability all operate the C-17 Globemaster III.