Lockheed Martin recently delivered the 2.700th Hercules tactical multi-role aircraft, expanding the global C-130 fleet. The delivered KC-130J Super Hercules tanker aircraft will be operated by the U.S. Marine Corps Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina.
Lockheed Martin's C-130 airlifters are in service in 70 nations and support various missions worldwide. The KC-130J is specially designed as a tactical tanker and is part of the C-130J Super Hercules family, which is certified for 18 different mission profiles. Rod McLean, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin's Air Mobility and Maritime Operations business unit, emphasized the importance of this milestone for the global aviation industry and military support worldwide.