Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"Egypt is a distinguished C-130 operator, flying its Hercules fleet to support some of the most challenging mission requirements. Welcoming Egypt to the C-130J Super Hercules global fleet is an honor that truly represents the longstanding partnership between our two nations and with Lockheed Martin. With these new C-130J-30s, the Egyptian Air Force's tactical airlift presence will deliver unmatched capabilities and aligned force amplification to serve Egypt, North Africa and the world."

Source: Rod McLean, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin's Air Mobility & Maritime Missions, commenting as the Egyptian Armed Forces purchased two Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters intended for the Egyptian Air Force (EAF) through a Foreign Military Sale with the U.S. Air Force.

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