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unc70

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4. Lots of C-17s out there almost all the time

Reply to mahatmakanejeeves (Original post)

Sun Mar 22, 2026, 09:40 PM

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Those planes are almost always on the move carrying military freight (and personnel) around the world. For example, from North American bases to Europe and then on to the Middle East.

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