A U.S. Air Force C-5M "Super Galaxy" strategic heavy-lift aircraft, departing from Ramstein Air Base in Germany and heading towards the Middle East, executed an unusual u-turn over Romania on the night of October 6th, 2025, and is now returning to its origin point. The maneuver occurred around 8:06 PM UTC, according to flight tracking data. The aircraft's deviation from its apparent flight path has drawn attention, with reports noting a similar maneuver by a C-5M from Ramstein on the night of June 13th, coinciding with Israeli strikes against Iran. Details regarding the specific reason for the October 6th u-turn have not been officially disclosed. The C-5M "Super Galaxy" is a large military transport aircraft capable of carrying significant cargo and personnel. Its flight path deviations are typically subject to operational security protocols. Official comment from the U.S. Air Force regarding this specific flight has not yet been released.
