Thu, Oct 23, 2003
Denmark's Heavy-Lift Fleet Gets a Big... Lift
The Royal Danish Air
Force accepted three new Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Hercules
tactical transport aircraft during a signing ceremony Tuesday at
Lockheed Martin's Marietta (GA), facility (where the aircraft were
built). Equipped with an enhanced cargo-handling system and a
comprehensive integrated electronic warfare system, the new
aircraft now will enter a modification program in Marietta for the
installation of Denmark-specific equipment. They are scheduled for
delivery to Denmark in the first quarter 2004.
Capable of flying greater distances with larger volume, the new
C-130J-30s will greatly increase Denmark's airlift capability.
"This delivery brings to eight the number of C-130J operators
around the world, and it has become the new generation airlifter of
choice for tactical missions," said Ross Reynolds, vice president
of the C-130J program. "The C-130J's amazing performance and ease
of operation make it a true force multiplier for any operator.
Recent combat operations have validated the J's performance and its
unparalleled ability to enter austere environments and deliver
troops directly to the fight."
The Danish Air Force currently operates three C-130H Hercules,
acquired in 1975. The new C-130Js will be operated by the 721
Transport Squadron at Aalborg Air Base and not only will support
national interests of Denmark, but continue to provide air mobility
in support of worldwide humanitarian and relief missions.
Denmark Joins Elite Club
A total of 105 C-130Js have been delivered to date for the U.S.
Air Force, the U.S. Marine Corps, the Royal Air Force, the Italian
Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, the U.S. Coast Guard and
the Royal Danish Air Force.
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