Air Force COMPLETES Procurement of Advanced HC-130J and MC-130J Planes!

Описание: The US Air Force has finally completed the procurement of its new HC-130J Combat King II and MC-130J Commando II planes! This marks a significant milestone in the Air Force's efforts to modernize its fleet and enhance its capabilities. The HC-130J Combat King II is a combat search and rescue aircraft designed to perform personnel recovery and transport operations, while the MC-130J Commando II is a special operations transport aircraft used to conduct low-visibility, low-level air refueling and infiltration/exfiltration missions. With the completion of this procurement, the Air Force is poised to take its capabilities to the next level. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest military news and developments!

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ISR-SOF Directorate Observes End of HC/MC-130J Production Line
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OHIO, UNITED STATES
01.22.2025

In late 2024, the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance and Special Operations Forces (ISR-SOF) Directorate marked final procurement of the HC-130J Combat King II and MC-130J Commando II series of planes.

See the final MC-130J production plane arrive at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in order to receive specialized upgrades from team members at the Rapid Development Integration Facility (RDIF), a speciality manufacturing office within ISR-SOF, and a special ceremony marking the delivery of the final production planes. (U.S. Air Force video by Joe Danielewicz)

Film Credits: Video by Joseph Danielewicz
Air Force Life Cycle Management Center

The US Air Force has just completed the procurement of advanced HC-130J and MC-130J planes, marking a significant milestone in the modernization of its fleet! In this video, we'll take a closer look at these next-generation aircraft, their capabilities, and what this means for the Air Force's future operations. From search and rescue to special operations, these planes are set to play a critical role in a wide range of missions. Stay tuned for more details and insights into this exciting development!