Airlifter Collection (page 4)

U. S. Army paratroopers jumping out of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft
September 10, 2011 - U.S. Army paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division descend to the ground after jumping out of a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft

C-17 Globemaster III pilots practice low-level flying
May 30, 2007 - C-17 Globemaster III pilots practice low-level flying off the coast of Hawaii

A forklift loads cargo onto a C-130 Hercules
June 14, 2006 - A forklift loads cargo onto a C-130 Hercules on a dirt runway in Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan

A U. S. Air Force C-17A Globemaster landing at Ramstein Air Base
A U.S. Air Force C-17A Globemaster prepares to land at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

C-17A Globemaster at Ramstein Air Base, Germany
C-17A Globemaster of the 172nd Airlift squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. This unit is tasked with the homebringing of wounded or fallen soldiers

A U. S. soldier jumps out of a C-130J Super Hercules
May 26, 2011 - A U.S. soldier exits a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a joint static line training jump over Germany

C-17A Globemaster III loadmasters go through prefight checks on the ramp
January 20, 2010 - C-17A Globemaster III loadmasters go through prefight checks on the ramp prior to loading cargo for an airlift mission at a forward operating base in Southwest Asia

A U. S. Air Force C-130 Hercules, Tikrit, Iraq
A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules, Tikrit, Iraq

A C-17 Globemaster departs from the Tonopah runway
Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, May 20, 2009 -A C-17 Globemaster departs from the Tonopah runway while participating in the Mobility Air Forces Exercise

Ground crews prepare a C-130 Hercules for take off before a recent mission

Supplies are loaded into a C-130 Hercules
May 12, 2008 - Supplies are loaded into a C-130 Hercules to deliver to the country of Burma at the Yangon International airport (Rangoon)

A C-17 Globemaster flying above the clouds over Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada
Rear view of a C-17 Globemaster flying above the clouds over Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

An Alenia C-27J Spartan of the Chadian Air Force in flight over Italy

High dynamic range image of a U. S. Air Force C-130 Hercules
High dynamic range image of a U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules taxiing as a storm passes by

Members of the Pathfinder Platoon wait for parachute jump training aboard a C-130 Hercules. The 16 Air Assault Brigades Pathfinder Platoon of the British Army are specially trained paratroopers

A C-130J Super Hercules landing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

n Air Force C-130E Hercules goes through a fire arch
September 13, 2011 - An Air Force C-130E Hercules goes through a fire arch after landing from its final student flight, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas

An-124 Ruslan from Volga Dnepr Airlines, contracted for NATO, Berlin, Germany

C-17 Globemaster III of the Royal Air Force
Boeing C-17 Globemaster III of the Royal Air Force, Turin Airport, Italy

A C-17 Globemaster taxiing at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

A formation of 17 C-17 Globemaster IIIs fly over the Blue Ridge Mountains
Charleston, South Carolina - A formation of 17 C-17 Globemaster IIIs fly over the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia during low-level tactical training

A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the flightline covered in snow at Andrews Air Force Base
January 8, 2010 - A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the flightline covered in snow at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. Airmen spent most of the morning de-icing aircraft and clearing the flightline

The first Airbus A400M in service with the Turkish Air Force

Overview of the Air Mobility Command ramp at Ramstein Air Base, Germany

Hellenic Air Force C-27J Spartan transport aircraft at an airbase in Greece

Israeli Air Force C-130 Karnaf aircraft at Nevatim Airbase, Israel

Airbus A400M for the French Air Force
First series production Airbus A400M for the French Air Force, Berlin, Germany

A C-17 Globemaster III performs touch and go landings while another prepares for take-off
May 10, 2006 - A C-17 Globemaster III performs touch and go landings while another C-17 prepares for take-off

An Israeli Air Force KC-130H Karnaf refuels a CH-53 Yasur helicopter
An Israeli Air Force KC-130H Karnaf refuels a CH-53 Yasur assault helicopter over Israel

C-5 Galaxies align on the runway
August 4, 2012 - C-5 Galaxies align on the runway to make room for air show aircraft at Westover Air Reserve Base, Massachusetts

Airmen prepare to drop a practice bundle from a C-17 Globemaster III
July 16, 2007 - Airmen prepare to drop a practice bundle from a C-17 Globemaster III during an airdrop training mission over Hawaii

A Boeing C-17 Globemaster III of the U. S. Air Force taking off
March 30, 2013 - A Boeing C-17 Globemaster III of the U.S. Air Force taking off from Langkawi Airport, Malaysia

A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the runway at COB Speicher, Iraq

A C-17 Globemaster III approaches a KC-10 Extender
A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III approaches the pre-contact point behind a KC-10 Extender over the Pacific Ocean

C-17 Globemaster III crew members view Guadalcanal during take-off
May 28, 2006 - C-17 Globemaster III crew members view Guadalcanal during take-off from Honiara International Airport, Solomon Islands

A C-130 Hercules
July 3, 2008, Sacramento, California - A C-130 Hercules equipped with the modular airborne firefighting system from the 145th Airlift Wing of the North Carolina Air National Guard takes off

U. S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III on the ramp Ramstein Air Base
U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III on the ramp Ramstein Air Base, Germany

A Royal Moroccan Air Force KC-130 refueling a pair of F-5 aircraft at the Marrakech Air Show in Morocco

An Alenia C-27J Spartan of the Italian Air Force in flight over Italy

A C-17 Globemaster lands on the runway
May 20, 2009 - A C-17 Globemaster lands on the runway in participation of Mobility Air Forces Exercise at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada

A C-17 Globemaster III approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker
June 18, 2007 - A C-17 Globemaster III approaches the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker during aerial refueling practice

An airfield manager greets an arriving C-17 Globemaster III
February 3, 2008 - An airfield manager greets an arriving C-17 Globemaster III at the Kona International Airport, Kona, Hawaii, during an aeromedical transport mission

C-17 Globemaster IIIs participate in a large formation exercise
December 21, 2006 - C-17 Globemaster IIIs participate in a large formation exercise over the coast of Charleston, South Carolina

A C-17 Globemaster III prepares to refuel
C-17 Globemaster IIIs, like this one, rely on aerial refueling to complete long-distance missions into and out of the theater of operations

An Israeli Air Force KC-130H Karnaf tanker aircraft taking off from Nevatim Airbase, Israel

Pallets are released from a C-130 Hercules over Afghanistan
January 27, 2012 - U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III crew drop water and fuel for soldiers at a command outpost over Afghanistan

An Airbus Military A400M in flight during the 100th Anniversary of the Turkish Air Force

A C-130H Karnaf of the Israeli Air Force under maintenance at Nevatim Air Force Base, Israel

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"Airlifter: Defying Gravity, Delivering Hope" U. S. Air Force C-17 Globemasters soar through the skies, showcasing their might and agility. The powerful C-130 Hercules gracefully touches down at McChord Air Force Base, Washington, ready for its next mission. A mesmerizing sight unfolds as a C-17 Globemaster III releases flares over the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean. In New Zealand's Warbirds Over Wanaka event, spectators are left in awe by the Boeing C17 Globemaster's majestic presence. Captured moments like JWS01420063 and JWS01420062 remind us of the indomitable spirit of these airlifters. Preparation is key - an inspirational quote and motivational poster adorn the walls where these giants are readied for action. Fearless U. S Air Force Airmen parachute into a drop zone from a C-17 Globemaster III, embodying courage in every leap. Witnessing a high dynamic range image of a U. S. Air Force C-130 Hercules evokes admiration for its versatility and strength. The Italian Air Force's Alenia C-27J Spartan stands tall as another remarkable airlifter that serves with unwavering dedication. In this world of aviation marvels, airlifters stand out as true heroes who defy gravity to deliver hope to those in need – whether it be troops on distant battlefields or communities affected by natural disasters. These airborne giants exemplify power combined with gracefulness as they navigate through endless skies carrying vital cargo and personnel across continents. With each takeoff and landing, they symbolize resilience and determination – always ready to serve wherever duty calls. As we witness these awe-inspiring machines in flight or on ground, let them inspire us all to reach new heights in our own lives.