The prototype Lockheed C-5A Galaxy, 66-8303, at Marietta, Georgia, 30 June 1968. © Bettmann/CORBIS
30 Jun 1968, Marietta, Georgia, USA — Original caption: Marietta, Ga.: The giant Lockhead C5A Galaxy, worlds largest airplane, lifts off on its maiden flight from the Dobbins Air Force Base strip. The giant plane, capable of carrying up to 265,000 lbs. 2.500 miles at 530 MPH flew for more than an hour before touching down. — Image by © Bettmann/CORBIS