The Canadian military has purchased 4 C-17 Globemaster III transport planes. These planes "can carry any piece of equipment in Canada's military inventory, including tanks and armoured vehicles.". These planes usher Canada into elite club of countries that can provide their own military heavy lift. As well the C-17 Globemaster can operate from short improvised dirt runways. This plane can act as both a strategic (long distance) and tactical (short distance) airlifter. Can also be used for airdrops of cargo and paratroopers.
