| ID | 130082 |
| Title Proper | Role of C-17 globemaster III |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Kukreja, Dhiraj |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The C-17 has transformed the IAF tromp a tactical to a strategic force. The acquisition at the C-l 7 Globe master lll, a truly strategic airlift aircraft, duly supported by the C-130], can rapidly airlift and sustain sizeable torcos across the region and even beyond. in addition to commitments in the region or other parts at the world, the requirement tor the movement at a large body at security forces ยป military, para-military and police within the country tor deployment on short notice, is also likely to increase. With its emerging status and new responsibilities associated with it, to ensure peace and stability in the region and globally, it called tor, the nation is well equipped with the C-1 7 lleet, to be capable of swift response and power projection to safeguard national security interests. |
| `In' analytical Note | Indian Defence Review Vol.29, No.2; April-June 2014: p.31-35 |
| Journal Source | Indian Defence Review Vol.29, No.2; April-June 2014: p.31-35 |
| Key Words | Strategic Airlift ; Strategic Force ; Tactical Forces ; Indian Air Forces - IAF ; National Safeguard ; Power Projection ; National Security Interests ; National Security ; National Interests ; C-17 Aircraft |