One of the aircraft I probably photographed the most and absolutely a real workhorse for many Airforces in the world, the Boeing C-17A Globemaster III. Sometimes pictures say more then words, enjoy :)

very unique maneuver by a massive plane the giants of the sky - the USAF Boeing C-17 Globemaster III . Watch in awe as this monster demonstrates its tactical short take off & landing and tight turning

Had no idea whatever when taking this shot what would come out of it but the deployed flaps and retro thrusters sure work their magic in this shot. Pilot's having a coffee while calling someone in what