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 - 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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 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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
