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What is the strongest aircraft?

The Lockheed Martin C-5 Galaxy is considered the strongest military transport aircraft in service. It entered service in 1970, and has been used in numerous military and humanitarian operations worldwide. The C-5 Galaxy has a maximum payload of over 120 tons, and can transport a wide variety of cargo including tanks, military vehicles and medical supplies. The aircraft is powered by four General Electric TF39 engines, each of which produces over 43,000 pounds of thrust. The C-5 Galaxy has a wingspan of over 222 feet, and is over 185 feet in length. It is also one of the longest-serving aircraft in the United States Air Force.