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Hercules C130J of 24 Sqn
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Hercules C130J of 24 Sqn
A Hercules C130J transport aircraft of 24 Sqn, based at RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire.
The RAF has a total of 25 C-130J C4/C5 aircraft. The C4 is almost the same size as the current C3 aircraft, but with a slightly shorter fuselage, while the C5 is the same size as the C1. The C-130J has been modified and upgraded to include new Allison AE turboprop engines and Dowty Aerospace six-bladed composite propellers. The new engines and advanced propellers, coupled with a new digital engine-control system, give the C-130J increased take-off thrust and better fuel efficiency; thus the external fuel tanks have been omitted. The aircraft also has a revised flight deck with modern glass-cockpit and head-up displays, allowing two-pilot, flight deck operation. The cockpit of the aircraft is fully night-vision compatible with the use of night-vision goggles. A separate air loadmaster station has been established in the cargo hold. The aircraft has been cleared for wider use in the tactical TS role and is used for operational missions involving parachute ops and air despatch.
The defensive-aids suite includes a missile warning system linked to the directional, infrared countermeasure system, a radar warning receiver and a chaff and flare dispensing system. The defensive system helps protect the aircraft against surface-to-air and air-to-air infrared seeking weapons that may be encountered during operations
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This print showcases the mighty Hercules C130J of 24 Sqn, stationed at RAF Lyneham in Wiltshire. As part of the Royal Air Force's fleet, this aircraft is one of 25 C-130J C4/C5 models currently in service. With its modified design and upgraded features, it stands as a testament to technological advancements in aviation. Equipped with new Allison AE turboprop engines and Dowty Aerospace six-bladed composite propellers, the C-130J boasts increased take-off thrust and improved fuel efficiency. The omission of external fuel tanks further enhances its sleek appearance. Inside the cockpit, a modern glass-cockpit and head-up displays facilitate two-pilot flight deck operation while ensuring full night-vision compatibility with night-vision goggles. Notably, this aircraft has been cleared for wider use in tactical TS roles such as parachute operations and air despatch missions. Its cargo hold houses a separate air loadmaster station to efficiently manage payloads during these operational tasks. To ensure safety during missions, the Hercules C130J is equipped with an advanced defensive-aids suite including a missile warning system linked to a directional infrared countermeasure system. Additionally, it features a radar warning receiver and chaff and flare dispensing system to protect against potential threats from surface-to-air or air-to-air infrared seeking weapons. Photographed by Sgt Jack Pritchard from Armed Forces, this image captures both the power and sophistication embodied by this remarkable military transport aircraft.
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