AIR FORCE - Dolphins to Locate Mines Nov 19, 2009
Dolphins fly to New Caledonia with Hickam C-17 crew. " According to statistics, nickel mining and the fishing industry are the two main sources of commerce in New Caledonia. The Reserve crew took the first leg of the trip and passed the next leg onto the Hickam AFB based active-duty crew so one squadron wouldn't have to absorb the costs involved. Twelve minefields were constructed by the Australians during World War II to prevent enemy access to the New Caledonia ports where American troops were... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Airbus Military Transporter Cleared for Testing Nov 14, 2009
Airbus' A400M is smaller and less capable than the U.S. Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, but it may eventually have greater export potential because it is much cheaper than the U.S. transport plane. Although Airbus' main production facility is in Toulouse, France, the A400M's final assembly line is in Seville. (ABC News -- Wire)
AIR FORCE - Scientists Test Commercial Jet Fuel Nov 11, 2009
Air Force officials to use commercial jet fuel to replace military spec fuel (DOD DefenseLINK)
Boeing changes flight pattern Nov 8, 2009
Dennis Muilenburg, who was promoted to IDS chief executive in September, said that while the company will protect core production programs such as its F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet and the C-17 Globemaster III cargo lifter, Boeing must expand its support and logistical services and move more broadly into unmanned aircraft. Boeing has spent an estimated $1 billion on seven acquisitions over the past two years. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Fort Hood Victims To Arrive At DAFB Tonight Nov 7, 2009
Officials said an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft carrying the remains of 12 Army soldiers and one Army civilian employee was scheduled to bring the victims to Dover, home to the nation's largest military mortuary. The families of the Fort Hood victims have not authorized media coverage of the plane's arrival at Dover. (W-USA News, DC)
AIR FORCE - Reservists Restore Museum Aircraft Nov 4, 2009
Feature - Reservists restore aircraft at Air Force museum. In this case, it's not the kind of history where you break records or are the first or last to do something. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Boeing's C-17: The Pork Plane Oct 30, 2009
The C-17 Globemaster offers one illustration of successful opposition to the Obama-Gates push for control of weapons spending. C-17s are large cargo planes produced by Boeing that cost $250 million apiece. (BusinessWeek)
AIR FORCE - Crews Support Airlift Needs Oct 29, 2009
Pallets of cargo drop from a C-17 Globemaster III to a forward operating base in Afghanistan, Aug. 27, 2009, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom ... (AFNS) -- American Airmen on C-17 Globemaster III and C-130 Hercules aircraft are contributing directly to support joint and coalition forces on the front lines of both operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom ... Additionally, use of the C-17 Globemaster III as an airdrop plane has more than doubled since 2007 taking on more than 72... (DOD DefenseLINK)
AIR FORCE - Globemaster Conducts Airdrop Oct 24, 2009
Globemaster conducts first mission for Cope India. " More than 160 U.S. Airmen and Soldiers, along with three C-130H Hercules, a C-17, and C-130J are participating in the exercise with an Indian air force IL-76 Gajraj, four AN-32 Sutlejes, two MI-17 Prataps and one Cheak Alouette III. "Cope India allows our countries the ability to exchange humanitarian airlift, air land and airdrop delivery techniques," Captain Dye said. "And we look forward to continuing to foster theses great relationships... (DOD DefenseLINK)
AIR FORCE - C-17 Tests Assault Landing Strip Oct 23, 2009
A C-17 Globemaster III from McChord Air Force Base, Wash ... A C-17 Globemaster III from McChord Air Force Base, Wash ... (AFNS) -- A C-17 Globemaster III from McChord Air Force Base, Wash. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Wyoming briefs Oct 16, 2009
The landing of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft weighing about 300,000 pounds will highlight the camp's annual Superday event on Saturday. The camp recently completed a $9. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
AIR FORCE - Airmen Tackle Cope India Oct 15, 2009
More than 150 American Airmen, along with four C-130 Hercules aircraft, one C-17 Globemaster III, will join Indian air force Airmen and one IL-76 Gajraj, four AN-32 Sutlejes, two MI-17 Prataps, and one Chetak Alouette III for the exercise. "The U.S. Air Force looks forward to this opportunity to work with the Indian air force," said Raymond Bundschuh, the 13th Air Force lead planner for the exercise. (DOD DefenseLINK)
State firms benefit from Senate defense bill Oct 8, 2009
5 billion to procure 10 C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft, powered by Pratt's F117 engine, and provides $560 million fo rthe F-22 Raptor Modernization Initiative. The F-22 is powered by the F119 Pratt ey engine. (Republican-American)
AIR FORCE - Simulator Enhances Training Oct 7, 2009
" Currently, AMC officials have C-17 Globemaster III simulators linked together through the Distributed Mission Operations Center, or DMOC, located at Kirtland AFB, N.M. The C-17 simulators and aircrews are based out of Charleston AFB, S.C., McChord AFB, Wash., Elmendorf AFB, Alaska, and Hickam AFB, Hawaii. In August, AMC contracted to set up its own distributed training center, or DTC, to be housed in the 126th Air Refueling Wing's simulator facility building at Scott AFB. AMC is also looking... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Brevard wants tourists Oct 6, 2009
Crowds fill Cocoa Beach to see a bird and a C-17 Globemaster III approach during the 2009 Cocoa Beach Air Show on Sunday. Organizers say the show drew more than 30,000 people each day -- many from out of town -- during its inaugural weekend. (Florida Today)
Alaska airmen to help with Indonesia relief Oct 6, 2009
A C-17 Globemaster III crew from Elmendorf transported the team and 13 pallets of equipment, enough to sustain the group for up to five days. "Four hospitals in Padang are damaged two of them severely -- so we'll be providing disaster relief, predominantly ambulatory care," said Lt. Col. David Olson, HARRT medical commander. (Anchorage Daily News)
Military mobilizes relief aid across Asia and the Pacific Oct 4, 2009
As for American Samoa, Gordon said there have been five C-17 Globemaster jet cargo relief flights from Hickam Air Force Base carrying supplies, food, power generation equipment, search and emergency vehicles, and rescue and mortuary affairs teams ... As for American Samoa, Gordon said there have been five C-17 Globemaster jet cargo relief flights from Hickam Air Force Base carrying supplies, food, power generation equipment, search and emergency vehicles, and rescue and mortuary affairs teams. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
AIR FORCE - Airmen Move Supplies Oct 3, 2009
Mobility Airmen continue to deliver for warfighters. It's our job to make sure the Marine corporal has ammo for his M-4, fresh chow and clean water to keep him going. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Busy U.S. troops help with Asian calamities Oct 3, 2009
The earthquake and tsunami victims in the Samoas were getting relief aid flown in by four C-17 Globemaster cargo jets and two Coast Guard C-130 aircraft from Hawaii, and the frigate USS Ingraham was offshore ready to produce fresh drinking water and participate in search-and-rescue operations with its two helicopters ... The earthquake and tsunami victims in the Samoas were getting relief aid flown in by four C-17 Globemaster cargo jets and two Coast Guard C-130 aircraft from Hawaii, and the... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Isle Army, Air Guard bringing aid to Samoans Oct 2, 2009
Iuniasolua Savusa, who was born in American Samoa, is part of the nearly 100-member contingent of Hawaii Army Air and Army Guard medical, communication, and search-and-rescue specialists who left for American Samoa yesterday on two separate Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo jets ... Iuniasolua Savusa, who was born in American Samoa, is part of the nearly 100-member contingent of Hawaii Army Air and Army Guard medical, communication, and search-and-rescue specialists who left for American Samoa... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii soldiers provide 'great help' to American Samoa Oct 2, 2009
Two Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo jets full of Hawaii Air National Guard and Army Reserve personnel and equipment arrived in Pago Pago from Hawaii in the last two days ... Two Air Force C-17 Globemaster cargo jets full of Hawaii Air National Guard and Army Reserve personnel and equipment arrived in Pago Pago from Hawaii in the last two days. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii Guard readies relief flight for American Samoa Oct 1, 2009
Iuniasolua Savusa, who was born in American Samoa, is part of the nearly 100-member contingent of Hawaii Army Air and Army Guard medical, communication, and search and rescue specialists who are slated to leave for American Samoa this afternoon on a C-17 Globemaster cargo jet ... ""I am hoping to feed back information as fast as I can," said Savusa who has served one combat tour in Iraq and three in Afghanistan during his 34 years in the military.First Sgt. John Andoe, who is the ranking... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii National Guard sends supplies, personnel to help relief effort Oct 1, 2009
About 100 Army and Air National Guard personnel from Hawaii are on their way to Pago Pago this afternoon on two C-17 Globemaster IIIs to assist in the relief effort following yesterday's tsunami. Of those, 86 are National Guard. (Honolulu Advertiser)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Sep 21, 2009
Latest news, Latest News Headlines, news articles, news video, news photos - UPI.com (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Airmen, Soldiers Aid in Longbow Helicopter Swap Sep 16, 2009
Osan air mobility squadron aids in helicopter swap out. " Mr. Bush also said the new Block II helicopters have upgrades to the digital communications, enhancements to the cockpit and other additions that are designed to aid in target identification and tracking. Army officials estimate that more than 700 Apaches helicopters will be equipped with these new upgrades by 2011, he added. After unloading the new Block II helicopters, the Airmen and Soldiers then loaded three of the older Block I... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Air Force Humanitarian Team Arrives on Chuuk Sep 9, 2009
" In an actual contingency, the team would be self-sufficient for up to five days before additional medical supplies and personnel would arrive on scene. Designed to deploy to a disaster area within 24 hours of notice, the HARRT would provide initial primary care and preventive medicine to a distressed population, Colonel Pritt said. The team would then pave the way for the arrival of larger governmental or non-governmental organizations. "In the realm of humanitarian assistance and disaster... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Boeing wins $1.16 billion C-17 contract Aug 25, 2009
16 billion U.S. Air Force contract to provide support for the C-17 Globemaster III, the said Friday. Work includes program management, logistics, material and equipment management, engineering, aircraft maintenance and engine management. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Boeing’s gain is tops in the Dow index Aug 25, 2009
16 billion US military contract to support the C-17 Globemaster program, the Pentagon said. And Canadian airline WestJet has ordered 14 more Boeing Next-Generation 737-700s, bringing to 54 the number scheduled for delivery, Boeing said. (Boston Globe)
CVS Caremark May Rise; Expedia, Sears Poised to Fall: U.S. Equity Preview Aug 24, 2009
16 billion U.S. military contract to support the C-17 Globemaster program, the Pentagon said. (CVS US): The largest U.S. retail pharmacy chain may rise as more branded drugs become available as generics and its pharmacy-benefit management business improves, Barrons said. (Bloomberg -- US)
US co wants India to stay on track for diesel Aug 23, 2009
LAGRANGE, ILLINOIS: You wouldn't hear it above the roar of F-18 Superhornets and F-16 fighter jets screaming over Indian skies just now, much less notice it amid other sleek American heavy metal such as Stryker armored vehicles and C-17 Globemaster transport planes currently bidding to enter Indias inventory. In fact, products from the unattractively named Electromotive Diesel (EMD) chug so quietly below the radar that its executives have a hard time explaining that the United States also... (India Times, India)
Flying Hospitals Give Wounded Fighting Chance Aug 21, 2009
Flying hospital staff gives wounded fighting chance. The patients need to be accessible in case of an emergency, but we also try to make them as comfortable as possible. (DOD DefenseLINK)
An extreme rescue effort - with no good news Aug 13, 2009
A C-17 Globemaster loaded with two Black Hawk helicopters left Sydney with an Australian Federal Police disaster victim identification team, as well as Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigators, who will help with the collection and analysis of evidence. PNG authorities imposed a flight exclusion zone around the wreckage, which includes Kokoda. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Pentagon Takes Aim at Jets for Congressional Travel... Aug 9, 2009
Lawmakers set aside $485 million toward reviving a terminated Corp. contract to build new presidential helicopters, and added $674 million for three new C-17 Globemaster III cargo planes from Co. They also allocated $560 million to produce an additional engine design for the Lockheed-led F-35 Lightning II fighter jet after the Defense Department and White House said that one engine, made by Corp.'s Pratt & Whitney unit, was sufficient. Co. and Rolls Royce PLC are producing the second engine. (The Drudge Report)
Seafair Air Show Featuring The Blue Angels Aug 1, 2009
USAF C-17 Globemaster III Seafair is excited to welcome back the USAF C-17 Globemaster III and its crew from McChord Air Force Base. Despite being one of the world's largest planes, it won't dissappoint with aerobatic maneuvers of its own. (KIRO TV, WA)
12 Nations Activate Groundbreaking Heavy Airlift Wing Jul 29, 2009
The nations' varying investments in the SAC Program dictate their proportionate share of the annual flying hours on three jointly acquired Boeing C-17 Globemaster III aircraft. The first C-17, SAC 01, landed at Ppa AB July 18 under the control of HAW pilots from Norway, Sweden and the U.S. Boeing will deliver SAC's two remaining C-17s in September and October. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Air Force Delivers Australian Firetruck for Talisman Saber Jul 24, 2009
C-17 aircrew delivers RAAF fire truck during Talisman Saber 2009. We have a small footprint, but a large impression. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Boeing: Not So Bad Jul 21, 2009
Programs left for dead by the Pentagon, like the C-17 Globemaster transport plane, are finding life elsewhere. Canada, the U.K., Australia, Qatar and the UAE have all recently lodged orders for the giant cargo carrier. (Forbes -- Business)
Air Force Chief of Staff Visits Airmen in Alaska Jul 11, 2009
Chief of staff visits with Elmendorf Airmen. and respecting one another's contribution is key. (DOD DefenseLINK)
Aerospace cuts concern expert Jul 10, 2009
2 billion in funding for the fighter, as well as the new cargo aircraft, C-17 Globemaster III, according to the DOD budget request. In addition, Gates shelved the $15 billion search and rescue helicopter, CSAR-X.. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Senate bill sends $329M to Hawaii for military construction projects Jul 10, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009. Breaking News/Updates. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Boeing builds local, sells global Jul 3, 2009
Boeing also is building several more C-17 Globemaster III strategic airlift jets, used to transport military and humanitarian personnel and cargo, for countries around the world. On top of 23 on order by the , Boeing will deliver six C-17s to the United Kingdom; four each to Australia, Canada and ; and up to four to Qatar. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Air Force Paves the Runway for Iraq's Future Jun 26, 2009
" Additionally, the repairs allow the airstrip to support heavy aircraft, something it was not originally designed to do. The initial pavements builders used to make the runway were not geared to support weighty aircraft such as the C-130 Hercules and C-17 Globemaster, which frequent Sather's flightline in support of the airlift mission here. In fact, while BIAP is the busiest civil airport in the country, Sather is the most industrious military airfield in Iraq. Sather moves an average of... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Symetra Bellevue Family 4th Ready to Thrill with Eastside's Largest Fireworks Show Set to Live Bellevue Philharmonic Performance Jun 20, 2009
The celebration will also feature a flyover by a C-17 Globemaster III from McChord Air Force Base. Festival food and refreshment options will be available for purchase on site in the southwest parking lot near the playground. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
U.S.-Kyrgyz air traffic deal not linked to Manas - govt May 13, 2009
C-17 Globemaster takes off past a KC-135 Stratotanker at Manas Air Base near Kyrgyzstan's capital Bishkek in this February 13, 2009 file photo. (REUTERS/Shamil Zhumatov/Files). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Boeing in the crosshairs May 10, 2009
Boeing executives say planned cutbacks or a cessation of orders for the F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet and C-17 Globemaster III cargo plane could spell the beginning of the end for its Integrated Defense Systems division, the second-largest employer in both the St. Louis region and the state of Missouri. About 5,000 of 16,000 local Boeing jobs are tied directly to the F/A-18 while another 900 work on the C-17. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Nixon, Bond push Obama, Congress for aircraft May 9, 2009
He pressed the White House to reconsider Defense Department budget cuts proposed by Secretary Robert Gates that would cap production of Boeing s F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet and C-17 Globemaster III military cargo plane. Nixon is just one of the politicians opposing calls for cuts the aerospace giant says could have a devastating impact on its military manufacturing base here. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
SC reserve air wing gets new commander Apr 19, 2009
The unit's pilots and crews fly the huge C-17 Globemaster transports, which can carry helicopters, tanks, large cargo loads and about 100 paratroopers. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
New Breed to support Boeing operations Apr 9, 2009
Boeing s San Antonio operations provide maintenance, modification and upgrade services for the U.S. Department of Defense s fleet of KC-135 Stratotanker, KC-10 Extender, C-17 Globemaster III and C-130 Hercules. Aircraft maintenance and modification companies rely on logistics firms to supply thousands of individual components to keep a fleet in service. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
U.S., Indian Air Forces Discuss Partnership Efforts Apr 9, 2009
" India and the United States share three executive steering groups to foster ties between their armies, air forces and navies. During the four-day meeting, U.S. Air Force representatives briefed India military officials on security exercises, flight safety, medical logistics, the function of an air and space operations center, E-3 Sentry airborne warning and control system subject matter expert exchanges, and on the capabilities of the C-17 Globemaster III. Additionally, Indian air force... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Pentagon cap will not affect Raptors Apr 8, 2009
Traditionally, these hybrid units, like the C-17 Globemaster cargo jet squadron at Hickam Air Force Base, are 60 percent active Air Force crews and 40 percent Air National Guard personnel ... Traditionally, these hybrid units, like the C-17 Globemaster cargo jet squadron at Hickam Air Force Base, are 60 percent active Air Force crews and 40 percent Air National Guard personnel. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Kyrgyz Students Tour Manas Air Base Apr 3, 2009
"These types of visits are great for Manas because it allows us to clear up misperceptions about the base and allows us to showcase our mission and explain the coalition effort. It also shows a human side to our installation and how we support the troops going downrange and returning home," " said Colonel Kirk, who is an Alabama Air National Guardsman deployed from the 226th Combat Communications Group in Montgomery. The students also got to climb aboard both a KC-135 Stratotanker and a C-17... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Airmen Represent U.S. Military at Australian Airshow Mar 20, 2009
Airmen represent U.S. military at airshow 'down under. " Airmen also assisted the Australian government fight catastrophic bushfires that killed more than 200 people in February as a C-5 crew from Travis Air Force Base, Calif., transported tons of fire retardants to the Victorian Department of Sustainability March 7. The C-5 then stayed in Australia and was on display at the airshow. "We were tasked to fly 52 tons of fire retardants to support efforts against the Australian bushfires," said Maj.... (DOD DefenseLINK)
- Crowds gather for air show (4) Mar 17, 2009
mojave wrote on Mar 15, 2009 8:17 AM:" What a lousy article! Nothing about the B-1B bombers, nothing about the C-17 Globemaster demo, nothing about the Super Hornet, and nothing about the parachutists. Talk about just writing the bare minimum to get by. ". Please review our code of conduct below before submitting your comment. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Air Force Rescue Unit to Support Shuttle Launch Mar 11, 2009
Rescue unit to support space shuttle launch (DOD DefenseLINK)
Airmen Deliver 1 Million Pounds of Supplies in 42 Days Mar 4, 2009
" Squadron Airmen have been dropping an average 30,000 pounds of supplies and equipment per mission to more than 20 forward operating bases, which are mostly in Afghanistan, said Capt. Marshal Haylett, a member of the 816th EAS mission planning cell. "A lot of the areas we go are high terrain and really tough to get convoys up to," said the native of Orlando, Fla. "The need for airdrops is only going to increase because it's such an effective way to get supplies to those bases. " A large... (DOD DefenseLINK)
U.S., Thai, Singapore Forces Prepare for Exercise Feb 27, 2009
U.S., Thai, Singapore forces to participate in Cope Thunder (DOD DefenseLINK)
Defense Ministry Should Weigh Canceling A400M Airbus Order, Lawmakers Say Feb 26, 2009
The plane, meant to compete with s C130J Hercules and C-17 Globemaster, is the main project of EADSs Spanish business. Initially, the contract signed in 2003 was worth 18 billion euros and included orders from six European governments and Turkey to supply 192 transport planes. (Bloomberg -- UK)
2009 Australian Defence Force Parliamentary Program Feb 23, 2009
Other options include opportunities to participate in the Special Air Service Regiment Selection Course, undertake a sea ride in a Collins Class Submarine, and spend a week at the RAAFs largest operational base at Amberley, which is the home of the F-111 and the RAAFs newest aircraft, the C-17 Globemaster. In 2003 an exchange element was introduced which involved attaching ADF members to aparliamentarians office at Parliament House during a sitting week. (Australia.TO)
Civilian casualties mar U.S. envoy's Kabul talks Feb 14, 2009
U.S. servicemen inside a C-17 Globemaster waiting to take off for Afghanistan at an air base near Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on Friday. (Shamil Zhumatov/Reuters). (International Herald Tribune)
US air base in Kyrgyzstan working despite threat Feb 13, 2009
Within a few minutes Thursday morning, a KC-135 Stratotanker departed for Afghanistan, while a huge C-17 Globemaster cargo aircraft landed. Kyrgyz President Kurmanbek Bakiyev shocked Washington last week by announcing the closure of the Manas air base. (North County Times)
