Went for Feathers, Saw Metal

My last couple of trips to OBNWR have been pretty disappointing; few birds to be seen. The weather was gorgeous this morning, so I went, hoping for better luck with birds. While my luck with birds didn't change, I did catch this C-17 flying low over the Occoquan, then making the turn toward Quantico. Shortly after rolling wings level, it extended the landing gear, presumably to land at the Marine Corps base. I've seen these aircraft on the ground a few times. I've seen them in the air at a distance. This was by far the best opportunity I've had for a flight shot.

C-17 Globemaster