Statements (200)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:transport_aircraft
|
| gptkbp:aerial_refueling_capability |
yes
|
| gptkbp:air_traffic_control |
humanitarian missions
combat support missions |
| gptkbp:aircraft_awards |
numerous accolades for design and performance
|
| gptkbp:aircraft_configuration |
gptkb:transport_aircraft
high-wing, four-engine |
| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:transport_aircraft
gptkb:102 high performance advanced avionics environmental control system advanced navigation systems fly-by-wire system multi-role capabilities fly-by-wire controls heavy transport aircraft strategic airlift aircraft up to 102 paratroopers large cargo hold large military transport aircraft 174 ft 0 in interoperability with other forces high payload capacity versatile mission capabilities aerial refueling capability short takeoff and landing capability modular design for upgrades medical evacuation capability planned for 2040s rapid strategic airlift proven combat effectiveness paratrooper drop capability 128,000 lb continuous modernization cargo ramp for loading and unloading heavy cargo transport capability reliable performance in diverse conditions sophisticated communication systems high payload-to-range ratio 55 ft 1 in 128,000 kg |
| gptkbp:aircraft_role |
gptkb:transport_aircraft
|
| gptkbp:aircraft_thrust |
40,440 lbf
|
| gptkbp:aircraft_type |
gptkb:C-17_B
gptkb:C-17_A fixed-wing aircraft |
| gptkbp:armament |
gptkb:none
|
| gptkbp:avionics |
modern digital cockpit
modern digital systems modern digital |
| gptkbp:built |
over 280
|
| gptkbp:capacity |
102 tons
up to 102,000 pounds up to 170,900 pounds |
| gptkbp:cargo_capacity |
12 ft
170,900 lb 18 ft 88 ft 102,000 lb 18 pallets 36 pallets |
| gptkbp:cargo_types |
12 ft
automated loading system drive-on/drive-off capability rear ramp door drive-on/drive-off rear ramp 18 ft 88 ft 12 feet 4 inches automated cargo handling 88 feet 0 inches 18 feet 4 inches |
| gptkbp:combat_radius |
1,500 nautical miles with maximum payload
2,400 nautical miles with 100,000 lb payload 2,400 miles with maximum payload |
| gptkbp:crew |
gptkb:3
simulator training available |
| gptkbp:crew_rest_area |
included
|
| gptkbp:decommissioned |
gptkb:none
|
| gptkbp:deployment |
global
|
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:transport_aircraft
airlift high-wing, four-engine |
| gptkbp:design_features |
short takeoff and landing capability
|
| gptkbp:design_purpose |
rapid strategic airlift
|
| gptkbp:emergency_exits |
up to 54 patients
54 patients |
| gptkbp:engine |
gptkb:turbofan_engine
|
| gptkbp:engine_type |
turbofan
Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100 F117-PW-100 F117-PW-100 turbofan |
| gptkbp:environmental_concerns |
fully automated
|
| gptkbp:first_delivery |
gptkb:2015
July 1993 |
| gptkbp:first_flight |
gptkb:1991
September 15, 1991 |
| gptkbp:fuel_capacity |
18,000 gallons
26,000 gallons |
| gptkbp:height |
16.79 m
55 feet 1 inch |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
C-17 Globemaster III
|
| gptkbp:introduced |
gptkb:1995
|
| gptkbp:landing_gear |
tricycle gear
tricycle landing gear |
| gptkbp:length |
53.04 m
174 feet 0 inches |
| gptkbp:logistics |
supply chain support
|
| gptkbp:maintenance |
every 1,000 flight hours
|
| gptkbp:manufacturer |
gptkb:Boeing
|
| gptkbp:max_speed |
450 knots
515 mph |
| gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight |
265,000 lb
|
| gptkbp:military_operations |
gptkb:Afghanistan_War
gptkb:Iraq_War |
| gptkbp:military_service |
gptkb:C-17
gptkb:U._S._military |
| gptkbp:mission |
gptkb:UN_peacekeeping_missions
disaster relief medical evacuation aerial refueling |
| gptkbp:modifications |
upgrades for avionics
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:Globemaster
|
| gptkbp:notable_features |
short takeoff and landing capability
|
| gptkbp:notable_mission |
gptkb:military_operations
gptkb:humanitarian_aid |
| gptkbp:number_built |
279
over 280 |
| gptkbp:number_of_engines |
gptkb:4
|
| gptkbp:operating_countries |
gptkb:United_Arab_Emirates_Air_Force
gptkb:Qatar_Emiri_Air_Force gptkb:Royal_Air_Force gptkb:Canadian_Forces |
| gptkbp:operational_cost |
approximately $23,000 per hour
|
| gptkbp:operational_range |
2,400 nm with 100,000 lb payload
intercontinental 2,400 nautical miles with maximum payload strategic and tactical missions 2,400 nm |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
active
|
| gptkbp:operational_use |
gptkb:1995
gptkb:1999 1995-present global reach rapid deployment short and unpaved airstrips |
| gptkbp:payload_capacity |
170,900 lb
|
| gptkbp:price |
$218 million
|
| gptkbp:primary_user |
gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
|
| gptkbp:production_status |
in production
|
| gptkbp:production_years |
1993-2015
|
| gptkbp:range |
2,400 miles
2,400 nautical miles |
| gptkbp:reach |
rapid deployment
capable of rapid deployment intercontinental airlift |
| gptkbp:related_aircraft |
gptkb:C-17_family
gptkb:Globemaster_family |
| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1993
|
| gptkbp:retirement |
still in service
|
| gptkbp:role |
strategic airlift
|
| gptkbp:safety_features |
advanced avionics
fly-by-wire system |
| gptkbp:service_ceiling |
45,000 feet
45,000 ft |
| gptkbp:stealth_features |
low radar cross-section
limited radar cross-section |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:none
|
| gptkbp:tail_type |
T-tail
|
| gptkbp:training_programs |
pilot training
|
| gptkbp:used_by |
gptkb:United_Arab_Emirates_Air_Force
gptkb:Kuwait_Air_Force gptkb:Singapore_Air_Force gptkb:Indian_Air_Force gptkb:Qatar_Emiri_Air_Force gptkb:Royal_Air_Force gptkb:NATO gptkb:Canadian_Forces gptkb:New_Zealand_Air_Force |
| gptkbp:used_in |
gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom |
| gptkbp:user_countries |
gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Canada gptkb:India gptkb:Qatar gptkb:United_Kingdom |
| gptkbp:variant |
gptkb:C-17_A
|
| gptkbp:wing_area |
3,600 ft²
|
| gptkbp:wing_configuration |
swept wing
supercritical wing supercritical airfoil |
| gptkbp:wingspan |
51.75 m
51.74 m 169 feet 10 inches 169 ft 10 in |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:United_States_Air_Force
gptkb:Smithsonian_National_Air_and_Space_Museum |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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