#C-130
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.
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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.
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...
The Role Of The Air National Guard In US Military Aviation
About one in five US Air Force personnel serve in the Air National Guard.
Wild: Why The US Air Force LC-130 Takes Off With Rockets & Lands On Skis
The Hercules has many tricks, one of which is external rocket pods, which enable it to get off the snow while operating ...
How Collins Aerospace’s NP2000 Propeller Kit Advances The C-130 & Other Turboprops
A look at the advances the NP2000 propeller kit provides C-130s, E-2s, and other turboprops.
Top 5: The Countries With The Largest Military Transport Aircraft Fleets
The United States has the largest fleet of military transporters, especially when only counting tactical and strategic a...
US Navy Designates E-130J As TACAMO Replacement For E-6B Mercury
A contract for the C-130J Super Hercules derivative will be awarded next year.
Keesler Air Force Base: Home Of The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron 'Hurricane Hunters'
Keesler Air Force Base and the "Hurricane Hunters" provide valuable service the the United States. Read on and learn mor...
Why The US Air Force Is In The Market For A Smaller Airlifter Than The C-130 Hercules
With an increasing number of threats to its air force bases, the Air Force is looking for smaller airlifters with VTOL c...
5 Fast Facts On Elmendorf Air Force Base: The Largest US Military Installation In Alaska
The Elmendorf Air Force Base provides support, including training to numerous squadrons.
Four Horsemen: 99-Year-Old Legacy Pilot Looks Back At 1st USAF C-130 Demonstration Team
A 99-year-old legacy C-130 pilot reflected on his role in the first US Air Force C-130 Demonstration Team, known as the ...
What Are The Oddest Aircraft To Land On A US Navy Aircraft Carrier?
Several odd aircraft have landed on US Navy carriers over the decades, each with unique stories behind them.
What Is The Longest Serving US Military Aircraft?
Short answer: The C-130 Hercules, at age 70. We examine how and why the plane has stayed in the fight for so long.
US Air Force Test Pilot Clocks Over 10,000 Hours Flying C-130 At Eglin Air Force Base
Former US pilot, now Hercules civilian pilot, has become the first pilot to surpass 10,000 flight hours in the C-130.