Boeing delivers 11th C-17 Globemaster to India

American aerospace major Boeing on Monday delivered the 11th C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft to the Indian Air Force, boosting its strategic airlift capabilities.

The C-17 Globemaster III is a premier transport aircraft. The massive, sturdy, long-haul aircraft can carry large combat equipment, troops and humanitarian aid across long distances in all weather conditions.

“Boeing today delivered the 11th C-17 Globemaster III adding to India’s capability to meet current and future strategic airlift requirements,” the company said in a statement.

The C-17 fleet has been a vital part of the IAF’s strategic and combat airlift capability.