How to spot it
Bulky and high-winged, with four engines under the wing, a T-tail, upturned winglets and main wheels in fairings on the fuselage sides.
Often confused with
Ilyushin Il-76
The Il-76 has a glazed navigator's nose under the cockpit; the C-17 has a solid nose and winglets.
Boeing C-17 Globemaster III vs Ilyushin Il-76: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Boeing |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | C17 |
| First flight | 1991 |
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