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From Blueprint to Sky: The Birth of the C-5 Galaxy

This story highlights a major aviation milestone: the development of the C-5 Galaxy. It describes the many challenges faced ...

Why Did Lockheed Martin Build The C-5 Galaxy With A T-Tail?

Here's why Lockheed did this. The contest that eventually created the C-5 Galaxy was formally initiated in 1964 as the CX-HLS ...
The National Interest

C-5 Galaxy: The Jet That Can Carry A Bridge

The C-5 has proven a reliable and durable airlift option, amongst the largest in the world, and the largest in the U.S. inventory. Big jets need love, too. We spend a lot of time covering the fastest, ...
The National Interest

Why Is the C-5 Galaxy Such an Iconic Aircraft?

Since its first appearance in the Vietnam War, the C-5 has accumulated a venerable service record. The global presence of the US military relies upon the US Air Force’s ability to provide strategic ...