Variant
C-17A
C-17A is a military transport derivative within C-17 Globemaster III. Market positioning: Strategic/tactical airlift.
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Overview
C-17A is a military transport derivative within C-17 Globemaster III. Market positioning: Strategic/tactical airlift.
Advantages
- Large payload
- Short-field capability
- Global deployment
Limitations
- High cost
- Large support footprint
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Identification
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Aircraft line
FamilyC-17 Globemaster III
ModelC-17A
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Technical notes
Technical notes
- Engine configuration: 4 × Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100 (PW2000-derived).
- Market positioning: Strategic/tactical airlift.
- Status: in service.
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Related photography
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