C-130J Super Hercules: Cargo Aircraft

Step "Into the Cockpit" of the C-130J Super Hercules

We’ve unlocked the doors to the C-130J Super Hercules cockpit. Experience the C-130J like never before with an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience that explores the innovative technology behind the aircraft.

 

The C-130J is ready for what’s next, always evolving, continually innovating.

Production Variants   ___

Unrivaled Versatility

One aircraft, many missions ... no aircraft in history or operation today can match the C- 130J’s 19 certified, diverse, multi-mission capabilities. These capabilities are either built as a production variant or can be provided through a roll-on/roll-off configuration, providing additional resources with a short turn around installation time. Click to learn more about our production variants.

Herc Factor: Why the C-130J Super Hercules is the MVP

When it comes to tactical airlift, the C-130J Super Hercules is in a league of its own. Retired U.S. Air Force General of the Air Mobility Command, Gen. Carlton D. Everhart II, breaks down why the Super Herc is the best option for the toughest missions.

C-130J Future Mission Ready   ___

C-130J Future Mission Ready

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No runway? No problem.

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New Super Herc Mission Capability: Aerial Spray

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2,700th Herc Delivered

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C-130J ECONOMIC IMPACT   ___


The C-130J is worldwide workhorse with a truly global economic impact.

United States
c130 flying

490+

Suppliers in 37 states and Puerto Rico
working on c130 wing

32,000+

Direct and indirect
jobs generated
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$3.8B

Total economic impact
 
 
Global
globe

36

International suppliers 
in 11 countries
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3,100+

Direct and indirect jobs generated
c130 flying

$360M

Total annual economic impact
Latest News   ___
Jan 09, 2025
Third Party Article
The fly-away ceremony commemorated the final stage of Lockheed Martin’s aircraft production for the MC-130J program and last handover to the Air Force.
Jan 09, 2025
Third Party Article
The U.S. Department of Defense participated in the Vietnam Defense Expo at Gia Lam Airport, Hanoi, Vietnam.
Nov 25, 2024
Third Party Article
The Swedish Air Force visited the New York Air National Guard’s 106th Rescue Wing as part of the New York National Guard’s State Partnership Program.
Contacts   ___

Media:
Stephanie Stinn
Office: (770) 494-0489
Mobile: (678) 761-6687

Business:
Rob Toth
Director of Air Mobility & Maritime Missions Domestic Campaigns 
Office: (817) 777-3919
Mobile: (682) 760-7288

Nick Smythe 
Director of Air Mobility & Maritime Missions International Campaigns 
Office: +1 (817) 935-3356
Mobile: +1 (678) 294-4839

 

Flight Hour Awards   ___

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics presents milestone pins and certificates for C-130 pilots and crew members who log 1,000; 2,000; 5,000; and 10,000 hours on a C-130 (legacy, C-130Js and L-100s).

To request pins/certificates, please email: fieldassignment.support@lmco.com

Questions? Call +1 (770) 494-9189