Egypt is the 23rd nation to join the global C-130J Super Hercules fleet with the acquisition of two C-130J-30 tactical airlifters. [Courtesy: Lockheed Martin]
Key Takeaways:
The Egyptian Air Force is acquiring two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters, as announced by Lockheed Martin.
This purchase makes Egypt the 23rd country to operate the C-130J variant, complementing its existing large C-130H fleet.
The new C-130J-30s are expected to significantly enhance Egypt's tactical airlift capabilities for diverse missions in the region.
The Egyptian Air Force is adding two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters to its fleet, Lockheed Martin announced Thursday.
The Egyptian Armed Forces announced the purchase of the stretch variant of the C-130J that boasts an additional 15 feet of cargo space at the Egypt International Airshow. The purchase makes Egypt the 23rd country to operate the tactical airlifter.
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