Production of the original Lockheed C-130 Hercules was succeeded by the updated Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules. In ...

The C-130 has enjoyed a remarkable 70-year production run—and the aircraft’s performance is still outstanding. The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is a true workhorse—a simple, no-frills aircraft that has ...

Enormous C-130 military planes will soar over Angeles National Forest this week in a training exercise for military pilots learning to fly the modified aircraft in steep terrain to fight wildfires.

SAN DIEGO — The Cal Fire C-130 is a flying fortress of firefighting power. The converted US Coast Guard cargo plane is loaded with 36,000 pounds of flame retardant or water, to put out fast moving ...

Key Points and Summary: The C-130 Hercules, a workhorse of the U.S. military, has achieved legendary status with over 2,700 aircraft produced and 70 countries relying on its versatile capabilities.

The C-130 was built with longevity in mind. The airframe was over-engineered to be tough. The skin is thick. The frame is stress tolerant. Four robust turboprop engines deliver thrust and control ...

Here’s What You Need to Remember: Though still in its infancy, the Air Force initiative could be of crucial importance in scenarios defined by extremely long ranges—like a peer-peer fight in... Here’s ...