C-5 Galaxy | Premium Print Size:Small (6.5 in x 11 in.) the US was principally concerned

the US was principally concerned with strengthening its forces in the Far East

000 lbs and fly nonstop

B-17’s would fly to Clark Field in the Philippine Islands with refueling stops at Hickam Field

the Fortresses could do nothing except land at the first available airfield

C-5 Galaxy | Premium Print Size:Small (6.5 in x 11 in.) the US was principally concernedThe Lockheed C 5 Galaxy was developed with the need for a very heavy lift military transport. Being able to carry large oversized loads for the U. S. Army, navy and Marines plus huge amounts of freight, the C 5 was for many years the worlds largest aircraft. Its first flight was in March of 1968, with deliveries beginning in 1969. With its distinctive engine whine, the C 5 is able to carry loads up to 200,000 lbs and fly nonstop, with in flight