It had the ability to haul heavy loads and large equipment and operate in and out of short, rough landing strips. More than 39 countries have flown this aircraft. Like the C-47 before it, many countries acquired if for their transport needs. Lockheed built the C-130 Hercules, which became one of the most versatile and longest lasting aircraft produced. The YC-130 first flew Augand C-130A production began April 7, 1955, with Air Force deliver beginning in December 1956. However, with the aerial refueling modification, the range for the later model gunships was only limited by crew endurance. Initially, the C-130 had a maximum speed of 384 mph and an unrefueled range of 2,450 miles with maximum load.
It has a wingspan of 132 feet 7 inches and a wing area of 1,745 sq.
The aircraft is 97 feet 9 inches long and 38 feet 3 inches tall. The AC-130 Spectre gunship in the Air Park is an AC-130A model named the "Ultimate End." The A-model gunship was the first AC-130 model.
0 kommentar(er)
