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01 Sep 2026 · © Old man

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Pulk · 01 Sep 2026

So cool! 🛩️

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Aircraft

C-130 Hercules C130

US Air Force Gray Tactical Livery

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Achievements

Cargo King, Turboprop Tracker, Vintage Voyager, Runway Royalty, Military Maverick

5 badges earned

Photo grade

B

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Great catch of the C-130 on approach, though the fence and pole in foreground obstruct the view.

Location

FSM Airport

Fort Smith Regional Airport · FSM/KFSM

35.3247, -94.3810

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Fort Smith Regional Airport FSM

Insights

Aviation History

The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is one of the most successful military transport aircraft in history, with continuous production since the 1950s serving over 60 countries.

Fleet Rarity

Over 2,500 units built, widely used; not rare.

Record Flights

Frequently used for logistical support, humanitarian missions, airdrops, and as a tactical airlifter in every major US conflict since its introduction.

Safety & Events

Has been involved in a wide array of notable operations including disaster relief, search and rescue, and combat airdrops.

Future Outlook

Many remain in service worldwide, both new and legacy versions; some preserved as museum pieces.

Specifications

Allison T56-A-15 turboprop (typical for recent C-130H variants, could also be Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 on C-130J)

Engine

40.41 meters

Wingspan

29.79 meters

Length

3,800 kilometers

Range

540 kilometers per hour

Speed

92 passengers or 19,958 kg of cargo

Capacity

70,307 kilograms

MTOW

11.9 meters

Height

Propeller, ~4,637 kW (6,210 shp) per engine (C-130H); 3,425 kW (4,590 shp) per engine (C-130J)

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (varies by variant), approx. 85-90 dB on takeoff

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