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C-130s Latest To Join Fight Against Western US Wildfires

C-130s Latest To Join Fight Against Western US Wildfires

The Hercules is heading into the blaze.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
This Is The Largest Aircraft In The US Navy

This Is The Largest Aircraft In The US Navy

It also holds the record for the largest and heaviest aircraft to land on an aircraft carrier.

Nicole Kylie 1 year ago
Why The US Air Force Once Strapped Rockets To A C-130 Hercules

Why The US Air Force Once Strapped Rockets To A C-130 Hercules

An unprecedented mission led the USAF to make an incredible modification to its classic airlifter, the mighty Herk - roc...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How Has The US Navy Extended The KC-130T's Refueling Capabilities?

How Has The US Navy Extended The KC-130T's Refueling Capabilities?

Upgraded with NP2000 propellers, the US Navy’s KC-130T tanker can refuel more aircraft than ever, boosting the power and...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Is The Oldest US Military Aircraft Still Flying?

What Is The Oldest US Military Aircraft Still Flying?

A KC-135 tanker is the oldest jet aircraft currently in Air Force service, an accolade it has held for over a decade.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Many Variants Of The C-130 Hercules Are There?

How Many Variants Of The C-130 Hercules Are There?

A mighty airlifter that forged a new era for the US armed forces- the C-130 Hercules, how many variants of the enduring ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
How MAFFS Turns Military Transports Into Aerial Firefighters

How MAFFS Turns Military Transports Into Aerial Firefighters

Simple Flying recently interviewed David Sarnoff, the Executive Director for the MAFFS program about MAFFS.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Guardsman Shares What It's Like Commanding The 13th Air Expeditionary Group At McMurdo Station In Antarctica

Guardsman Shares What It's Like Commanding The 13th Air Expeditionary Group At McMurdo Station In Antarctica

Oregon Air Guardsmen are crucial in supporting Antarctic operations, providing transportation, logistics, and personnel ...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
The Royal Saudi Air Force C-130H Upgrade Program: What To Know

The Royal Saudi Air Force C-130H Upgrade Program: What To Know

Saudi Arabia makes big upgrades to their C-130H fleet, reinforcing readiness and broadening its global reach as well as ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
The Fate Of The Last USAF Lockheed Martin C-130H Hercules

The Fate Of The Last USAF Lockheed Martin C-130H Hercules

The retirement of the last C-130H Hercules marks the end of an era for a legendary aircraft that served decades on the f...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What To Know About The Royal New Zealand Air Force's C-130J-30 Hercules 1st Mission To Antarctica

What To Know About The Royal New Zealand Air Force's C-130J-30 Hercules 1st Mission To Antarctica

The RNZAF’s C-130J-30 Hercules embarks on its first mission to Antarctica, showcasing its vital role in extreme logistic...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What Are The Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules' Roles In The US Military?

What Are The Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules' Roles In The US Military?

An in-depth look at the versatile backbone of US military operations

Michael Scanlon 1 year ago
5 Iconic Aircraft Of The US Air National Guard Fleet

5 Iconic Aircraft Of The US Air National Guard Fleet

This article covers iconic aircraft employed by the Air National Guard. All of the are amazing in their own right, learn...

Christian P. Martin 1 year ago
What To Know About US Air Force Special Operations Surveillance Aircraft

What To Know About US Air Force Special Operations Surveillance Aircraft

Explore the role of US Air Force Special Operations surveillance aircraft in modern combat.

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
In Pictures: US Marine KC-130J Refueling Squadron Completes Round-The-World Mission Aiding Africa

In Pictures: US Marine KC-130J Refueling Squadron Completes Round-The-World Mission Aiding Africa

The USMC's VMGR-352 completes a global mission, showcasing the KC-130J's strategic capability and reinforcing US-interna...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
212 RQS: What To Know About The Toughest Squadron In The US Air Force

212 RQS: What To Know About The Toughest Squadron In The US Air Force

The 212th Rescue Squadron is one of the most elite units in the US Air Force. It specializes in high-risk rescues in ext...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
What To Know About The US Air Force's HC-130J Combat King II

What To Know About The US Air Force's HC-130J Combat King II

The HC-130J Combat King II provides a long-range combat search and rescue mission in the Air Force and extends helicopte...

Simple Flying Editorial Team 1 year ago
Which Countries Operate Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules Military Aircraft?

Which Countries Operate Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules Military Aircraft?

The Lockheed C-130J Super Hercules is a global airlift powerhouse serving military and humanitarian missions in over 20 ...

Luke Diaz 1 year ago
5 Aircraft The US Will Retire Before 2030

5 Aircraft The US Will Retire Before 2030

As the Air Force (and other services) introduces new aircraft, various types of aircraft are expected to retire before 2...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
What To Know About The US Air Force 1st Special Operations Wing At Hurlburt Field

What To Know About The US Air Force 1st Special Operations Wing At Hurlburt Field

The 1st SOW has seen numerous combat deployments and is one of the most agile units in the US Air Force.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago