Missile threats, remote runways, rapid logistics: United States Air Force's next airlifter aims to survive Iran-style battlefields

The US Air Force is on the lookout for cutting-edge airlift solutions to phase out its aging C-17 and C-5M aircraft. This next-gen aircraft will need to thrive in challenging combat environments, boasting longer range, enhanced durability, and versatile capabilities.

Missile threats, remote runways, rapid logistics: United States Air Force's next airlifter aims to survive Iran-style battlefields
The US Air Force is on the lookout for cutting-edge airlift solutions to phase out its aging C-17 and C-5M aircraft. This next-gen aircraft will need to thrive in challenging combat environments, boasting longer range, enhanced durability, and versatile capabilities.