Minister for Defence Materiel and Science - RAAF completes the C-17A Globemaster Fleet

C-17A Globemaster - photo Australia MoD

Nov 4, 2015 ASDNews Source : MoD Australia

The Royal Australian Air Force has officially welcomed its newest aircraft into service at RAAF Base Amberley today. The acquisition of two additional Boeing C-17A Globemaster III aircraft, and associated equipment and facilities, is a $1 billion investment in Australia’s ability to provide vital heavy airlift to a range of global military operations.”With extraordinary lift and range, the C-17A Globemaster is an integral part of the Australian Defence Force’s airlift capability. It allows Australia to rapidly deploy troops, combat equipment, tanks, helicopters and humanitarian resources worldwide,” Minister Brough said.

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