US Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III

The aircraft of the Elmendorf, Alaska-based 517th Airlift Squadron are operated in association with the 144th Squadron of the state’s Air National Guard unit. One of the eight C‑17s carries the name "Spirit of the Sourdoughs" as a tribute to Alaska’s early history and heritage. In Alaska, "sourdough" has long been a nickname for hardened residents dating back to the gold‑rush era- This Globemaster transport was named to honor the achievements of those early Alaskan pioneers. ,The aircraft of the Elmendorf, Alaska-based 517th Airlift Squadron are operated in association with the 144th Squadron of the state’s Air National Guard unit. One of the eight C‑17s carries the name "Spirit of the Sourdoughs" as a tribute to Alaska’s early history and heritage. In Alaska, "sourdough" has long been a nickname for hardened residents dating back to the gold‑rush era- This Globemaster transport was named to honor the achievements of those early Alaskan pioneers.

Scale:  1:500 
Dimensions: see this page
Material: mainly metal
Stand: not included
Brand: Herpa Wings
Nr: 539920

In stock: future release, release date unknown

Added to website: 2026-07-20
Brochure / announcement: September - October 2026

Alaska Air National Guard, 517th Airlift Squadron (144th AS, Alaska ANG), Elmendorf Air Base
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Our price: € 41.95
= $ 47.93
incl. 15% US tariffs