Why Does The C-130 Military Transport Plane Use Propellers Instead Of Jet Engines?

Though those who have only flown in the likes of Airbus A320s and Boeing 737s may never have even seen them in action, ...
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The C-130 Hercules Transport Plane Still Uses Propellers For This Reason

According to Greek Mythology, Hercules was a demigod with incredible strength and stamina, capable of amazing feats and renowned throughout ancient Greece and Rome. While we'd never suggest that the C ...
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Department of Defense activates eight C-130 aircraft to assist with Los Angeles County firefighting

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – On Thursday, U.S. Northern Command activated eight C-130 aircraft equipped with Modular Aerial Fire Fighting Systems and their personnel to support firefighting ...
The National Interest

The One Simple Reason the Air Force Is Still Flying the C-130 Hercules

The C-130 has enjoyed a remarkable 70-year production run—and the aircraft’s performance is still outstanding. The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is a true workhorse—a simple, no-frills aircraft that has ...