C-17 Fleet Modernization with Microvanes
Sector: Aerospace & Defense • Location: Newburgh, New York, United States
Source: The National Guard
The 105th Airlift Wing is modernizing the U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III fleet by implementing microvane technology, which reduces drag and fuel consumption. This initiative aims to enhance mission capability and save the Air Force over $14 million annually in fuel costs.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Government
- Location
- Newburgh, New York, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- The National Guard
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Description | The 105th Airlift Wing is modernizing the U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III fleet by implementing microvane technology, which reduces drag and fuel consumption. This initiative aims to enhance mission capability and save the Air Force over $14 million annually in fuel costs. |
Original sector | Aerospace |
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Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | New York |
City | Newburgh |
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Source | The National Guard |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Aerospace & Defense, Airport, Government |
Article published date | 2025-03-20 |
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