C-17 Globemaster

Oct- 2024 -

23 October

US Army soldiers assigned to the 17th Field Artillery Brigade drive a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System to conduct a High-Intensity Rapid Air Insertion training during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center on Palau, October 11, 2024

US Military Demonstrates Airfield Seizure Capability Using HIMARS

The US military has showcased its ability to capture and secure an airfield from enemy forces with the help of the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System.

Jul- 2024 -

9 July

Americas

Joe Saballa

Boeing Unveils C-17 Aircraft Tech for Firing Multiple Hypersonic Missiles

Boeing has unveiled a new system that allows C-17 Globemaster III military transport aircraft to launch multiple hypersonic missiles.

Nov- 2023 -

29 November

War

A Royal Air Force C-17 Globemaster arrived in Egypt on the 23rd of November 2023 to deliver UK Aid. The fourth UK aircraft carrying humanitarian aid landed in Al Arish, Egypt, for onward transfer to Gaza. The RAF flight carried 23 tonnes of humanitarian aid, including 4,500 blankets and 4,500 sleeping mats for distribution by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said: The RAF continues to deliver on the UKs commitment to helping those in need by operating flights into the region to provide urgent humanitarian support which will save civilian lives. The UK is driving international efforts to support the humanitarian response in Gaza, working closely alongside partners and allies to de-escalate the situation.

Rojoef Manuel

UK Flies More Humanitarian Aid to Egypt for Gaza

The UK Royal Air Force has made another airlift to Egypt to support Gaza civilians following Israel’s bombardment for several weeks.

Oct- 2023 -

17 October

War

A Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III at Ben Gurion airport in Israel on 15 October 2023 supporting assisted departure flights for Australian citizens and their families, and other approved foreign nationals, due to the Hamas-Israel conflict. *** Local Caption *** In October 2023, Defence deployed a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A and a C-17A Globemaster III aircraft under Operation BEECH. Operation BEECH is Defences support to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade-led assisted departure flights being undertaken as a result of the Hamas-Israel conflict. The Australian Defence Force aircraft will assist Australian citizens and their families, and other approved foreign nationals, to depart from Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv to Dubai.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia Deploys Military Transport Aircraft to Evacuate People From Israel

Australia is sending KC-30A and C-17A transport planes to the Middle East for an airlift mission in response to the Hamas attacks.

Jul- 2023 -

28 July

Air

California Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules aircraft fly in tight formation the Pacific Ocean, California

Rojoef Manuel

US Air Force, Allies Bolster Logistics Support Partnership

The US Air Force and counterparts from the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada collaborate to enhance combined logistics support.

13 July

Air

A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft dispenses flares

Rojoef Manuel

Pratt & Whitney Wins $5.5B C-17 Globemaster Engine Sustainment Contract

Pratt & Whitney has secured a contract for F117 engine sustainment on US Air Force and international allies’ C-17 Globemaster III aircraft.

10 July

Africa

A Royal Australian Air Force C-17A Globemaster has transported over 60 Vietnamese military personnel deploying to the United Nations Mission (UNMISS) in South Sudan in June 2023. The flight provided a strategic airlift to Vietnamese soldiers and equipment from Ho Chi Minh city to Juba, enabling Vietnam to rotate their staff at the role 2 field hospital.

Rojoef Manuel

Australia, Vietnam Deliver UN Medical Field Support to South Sudan

The Australian and Vietnamese militaries have teamed on a United Nations Mission to deliver medical field support for South Sudan.

Dec- 2022 -

8 December

Technology

Rojoef Manuel

USAF Mobility Fleet to Receive New Aerodynamic Technologies

The US Air Force is developing new aerodynamic technologies to improve its mobility fleet’s flight capabilities.

Oct- 2022 -

18 October

Technology

USAF 711th Human Performance Wing commander pushes a weighted sled while wearing the pneumatically-powered exoskeleton

Rojoef Manuel

US Air Force Aerial Porters Showcase Exoskeleton Technology

The US Air Force has demonstrated an exoskeleton that augments leg strength to reduce fatigue, increase endurance, and offset the weight of airmen.

Sep- 2022 -

27 September

Europe

Royal Canadian Air Force's CC-130J Super Hercules

Rojoef Manuel

Royal Canadian Air Force to Enhance Air Mobility Operations in Europe

The Royal Canadian Air Force plans to enhance its air mobility operations in Europe, Canadian Defence Minister Anita Anand announced.

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