C-17 Globemaster III
It is the largest transport aircraft which being used by IAF. The aircraft is capable of carrying of a payload of 77 tonnes. The C-17 performs tactical and strategic airlift missions, from transporting troops and cargo throughout the world, to performing medical evaluation and airdrop duties. The aircraft provides strategic airlift and ability to deploy special forces, such as during national emergencies. The are operated in diverse terrain from Himalayan Air bases in North India at 4,000 m (13,000 ft) to Indian Ocean based in South India.
The C-17s are based at Hindon Air Force Station are operated by No.18 Squadron IAF Skyloads.
In Service in India: From 2013
Number of aircrafts: 11
Payload: 77,519 kg; 102 paratroopers; 134 troops
Speed: Mach 0.87
Range: 4,480 km with 71,214 kg of payload
Ferry Range: 8,000 km
Service ceiling: 14,000 m (45,000 ft)
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Transport Aircrafts of Indian Air Force:-
- C-17 Globemaster III: 11 in service
- IL-76 Candid: 14 in service
- C-130 J Super Hercules: 11 in service
- Antonov An-32: 104 in service
- Hawker Siddeley HS748: 57 in service
- Dornier Do-228: 50 in service (4 on order)
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