“Photo of Boeing C-17 Globemaster (left) and Lockheed Martin LC-130H Hercules ‘skibird’ on the ramp at Christchurch International Airport in New Zealand. The aircraft make frequent flights to Antarctica in support of the National Science Foundation program there.” — Peter Steinerman
Picture of the Day: July 3, 2026
"Skibird" on the ramp at Christchurch International Airport in New Zealand.
Key Takeaways:
- A Boeing C-17 Globemaster and a Lockheed Martin LC-130H Hercules 'skibird' are shown at Christchurch International Airport.
- These aircraft conduct frequent flights to Antarctica.
- Their flights are in direct support of the National Science Foundation program in Antarctica.
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