Arsenal: C-5 Galaxy in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, 1990–1991
Arsenal: C-5 Galaxy in Desert Shield and Desert Storm, 1990–1991 follows the United States Air Force’s giant strategic airlifter from late-night arrivals at Dhahran to the massive build-up that shaped the Gulf War. Listeners hear how the Galaxy answered the problem of moving tanks, helicopters, and radar systems across oceans in days, how its designers balanced volume, range, and complexity, and what life felt like for pilots, loadmasters, and maintainers working inside a flying warehouse under Scud alerts. The episode traces the C-5’s combat record, variants, and long service legacy. Arsenal is the Friday feature of Dispatch: U.S. Military History Magazine, and the podcast is developed by Trackpads.com.
