USAF almost lost a C-17 jan. 7th 2015

[leonard van T]

the fire was put out just in time "only" 1,5million USD damage

story + picture;

http://www.fightercontrol.co.uk/forum/v ... 7&p=683451

Leonard

[Stratofreighter]

The picture may not be of the highest quality, but it certainly shows that numerous gallons of fuel caught fire...

[andel]

According sources 99-0165 is ac involved.

[cHabu]

http://wdtn.com/2015/01/13/fire-damages ... erson-afb/

[Stratofreighter]

...in somewhat better news...

http://www.afrc.af.mil/News/ArticleDisp ... tatus.aspx

Damaged Wright-Pat C-17 returns to flying status

44th Airlift Wing Public Affairs / Published January 30, 2015

A 445th Airlift Wing C-17 Globemaster III that experienced a rare tail pipe fire Jan. 7 is now back in the air flying missions.

The C-17 engine fire occurred during engine start.
Crew members were alerted of the fire within seconds and followed proper procedures for tail pipe fires,
extinguishing it within 20-seconds,
minimizing the damage.

Damage to the aircraft was approximately $180,000.

Repairs to the engine and adjacent wing area were made by Airmen from the 445th Maintenance Group. The aircraft was out of service for approximately two weeks for repairs. During this time a thorough investigation and damage assessment were completed.
The aircraft returned to flying status Jan. 27.

Col. Michael Major, 445th Airlift Wing commander, commended the aircrew and maintenance personnel for their quick response.