AC-130 Gunship FLIR Footage

WATCH🎬 The first of our C-130J-30 Hercules to come off the Lockheed Martin production line in Georgia, United States has received its official livery - featuring the RNZAF Kiwi Roundel and No. 40 Squadron’s mariner's compass. Five new aircraft are on track for delivery from late this year to replace the C-130H (NZ) Hercules aircraft, which were purchased in 1965. The new aircraft can carry a greater number of pallets, due to their additional 4.5 metre length and payload capacity of 21 tonnes. T

First C-130J Hercules takes flight ✈ Our first C-130J-30 Super Hercules has successfully completed its first test flight over Georgia, United States. This milestone brings us one step closer to welcoming home our first aircraft later this year. Take a look behind the scenes of this special milestone in the project. These Lockheed Martin aircraft will replace the existing C-130H (NZ) Hercules fleet, which has been in operation since the 1960’s. You can read more about the project ➡️ nzdf.mil.nz/c

The First Two C-130 J-30 Super Hercules Land at the 130th Airlift Wing

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