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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
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...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
The Role Of The Air National Guard In US Military Aviation

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.

Joshua Brecke 1 year ago
Wild: Why The US Air Force LC-130 Takes Off With Rockets & Lands On Skis

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 ...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
How Collins Aerospace’s NP2000 Propeller Kit Advances The C-130 & Other Turboprops

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.

Joe Kunzler 1 year ago
Top 5: The Countries With The Largest Military Transport Aircraft Fleets

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...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
US Navy Designates E-130J As TACAMO Replacement For E-6B Mercury

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.

Luke Bodell 1 year ago
Keesler Air Force Base: Home Of The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron 'Hurricane Hunters'

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...

Christian P. Martin 1 year ago
Why The US Air Force Is In The Market For A Smaller Airlifter Than The C-130 Hercules

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...

Aaron Spray 1 year ago
5 Fast Facts On Elmendorf Air Force Base: The Largest US Military Installation In Alaska

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.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
Four Horsemen: 99-Year-Old Legacy Pilot Looks Back At 1st USAF C-130 Demonstration Team

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 ...

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
What Are The Oddest Aircraft To Land On A US Navy Aircraft Carrier?

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.

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
What Is The Longest Serving US Military Aircraft?

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.

Christian D. Orr 1 year ago
US Air Force Test Pilot Clocks Over 10,000 Hours Flying C-130 At Eglin Air Force Base

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.

Aaron Spray 1 year ago