Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules

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Aircraft

C-130 Hercules C-130

United States Air Force grey military livery

15999

Registration

Airline

United States Air Force / Air National Guard

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Achievements

Turboprop Tracker, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 71.0

The C-130 is clear, but barbed wire and busy background distract from the subject. Good light, but composition could be improved.

Location

FSM Airport

Fort Smith Regional Airport · FSM/KFSM

35.3247, -94.3810

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Fort Smith Regional Airport FSM

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Aviation History

The C-130 Hercules is one of the most widely used military transport aircraft in history, serving the U.S. and over 60 nations since the 1950s.

Fleet Rarity

Not rare; thousands built since 1950s, many still in active service worldwide.

Record Flights

Has operated flights to both Antarctica and high-altitude/short-field environments.

Safety & Events

Many C-130s have been involved in combat, humanitarian missions, and historic airlifts.

Future Outlook

Still in active service and continually upgraded; likely to remain operational for decades.

Specifications

Allison T56-A-15 turboprop

Engine

40.41 meters

Wingspan

29.79 meters

Length

3,800 kilometers (with max payload)

Range

540 km/h

Speed

92 passengers, 64 paratroops, or up to 19,050 kg cargo

Capacity

70,307 kilograms

MTOW

11.66 meters

Height

4,637 shp (3,457 kW) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3, ~108 dB at full power

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