#Shorts Amphibious C-130J Hercules
Channel: 🔥Daily Breaking News🔥
Date: 2021-09-17

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The US Air Force is developing an amphibious version of the C130J Super Hercules transport aircraft for improved seaborne operations capacity. Named the MC130J Commando II Amphibious Capability, the aircraft development program envisions an enhanced role for the aircraft through “runway independence” in the form of “placement and access for infiltration, exfiltration, and personnel recovery,” as well as improved logistical capabilities. USAF Lt. Col. Josh Trantham said, “Seaborne operations offer nearly unlimited water landing zones providing significant flexibility for the Joint Force,” particularly when land is unavailable. The Lockheed Martin aircraft has a maximum take-off weight of 74389 kg with a 21183 kg payload capacity. It requires a landing distance of 914 m and has a range of 4000 km. According to the developers, a “removal amphibious float” extends the aircraft’s global reach and survivability. The development program involves five-stage rapid prototyping, leading to an operational capability demonstration in 17 months, with the possible incorporation of MAC capabilities in other MC-130 variants.

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