The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is a versatile, heavy-lift military transport aircraft developed to meet the U.S. Air Force’s strategic and tactical airlift needs. Introduced in 1995, it has become a cornerstone of global military mobility, capable of carrying oversized cargo into austere environments.  ⸻ ✈️ Key Specifications • Length: 174 feet (53 meters) • Wingspan: 169 feet, 10 inches (51.75 meters) • Height: 55 feet (16.76 meters) • Maximum Takeoff Weight: 585,000 pounds (265,352 kg) • Max