Noun
airlifter (plural airlifters)
An aircraft that performs airlifts.
Replacement In October 2010, the Air Force released a capabilities request for information (CRFI) for the development of a new airlifter to replace the C-130. Source: Internet
Development of the airlifter depends heavily on the Army's "tactical and operational maneuver" plans. Source: Internet
The 1998 Strategic Defence Review identified a requirement for a strategic airlifter. Source: Internet