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Why Is C-17 Globemaster Called The 'Moose?' The History Behind The Name

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It's common for fighter jets and other aircraft to receive nicknames, but it's a little odd that an airplane would be referred to as an animal without wings.

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Why Is C-17 Globemaster Called The 'Moose?' The History Behind The Name

It's common for fighter jets and other aircraft to receive nicknames, but it's a little odd that an airplane would be referred to as an animal without wings.

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SlashGear broke the news in on Monday, September 15, 2025.
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