Boeing C-17 Globemaster III added into IAF

The Indian Air Force (IAF) flew its first advanced airlifter Boeing C-17 Globemaster III flew to India to be added into the fleet of India Air Force. Boeing is expected to deliver four more C-17s to the IAF this year and five in 2014.
Utility: The C-17 will equip the IAF with amongst the world’s most advanced humanitarian and strategic capabilities. It has versatile capability to perform a wide range of operations, from peacekeeping and disaster relief to troop movements from semi-prepared airfields.

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2013