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Thursday, February 27, 2014

AMC announces ‘Initial Operational Capability’ milestone for upgraded C-5

C-5M Super GalaxyAir Mobility Command officials have announced the Initial Operational Capability milestone for the C-5M Super Galaxy aircraft.

IOC was achieved for upgraded C-5M aircraft after successful Qualification Test, Operational Test and Evaluation and delivery of the 16th C-5M aircraft with trained aircrew and maintenance personnel now at Dover Air Force Base, Del.

"I'm proud of Dover's efforts in helping to achieve this significant milestone," said Col. Rick Moore, 436th Airlift Wing commander. "Our aircrews and maintainers have worked tirelessly to support the upgrade and launch of the Super Galaxy airframe, to include training the next generation of operators and mechanics. We look forward to receiving our final two aircraft to complete Dover's fleet."

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