C-17 Globemaster 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper

Pretty amazing that the C-17 is able to operate off unimproved airstrips. I've practiced some soft-field takeoffs and landings off regular runways but never actually tried it (most won't let you due to insurance concerns).

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C-17 Short-Field Landing 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper

Being a pilot myself, I can certainly appreciate the skill needed to do short-field landings. If you throw an unimproved landing strip into the mix, that's quite a task for both plane and pilot.

The C-17 was designed with this type of landing in mind, but it's still amazing to behold.

C-17 Globemaster III on Ramp 1680 x 1050 Widescreen Wallpaper

Check out this shot of the C-17. Great framing with the taxiway and sky. Love it.

Just read today that the F-15 Eagle demo team completed their final demos ever. Can't believe it. Guess it's time to the let the F-22 do the heavy lifting now.