RDAF Accepts C-130J Fleet

The Royal Danish Air Force accepted three new C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transport aircraft during a signing ceremony at the Lockheed Martin facility in Marietta, Georgia, on 21 October. Equipped with an enhanced cargo handling system and a comprehensive integrated electronic warfare system, the new aircraft will now enter a modification program in Marietta for the installation of Denmark-specific equipment. The three aircraft are scheduled for delivery to Denmark in the first quarter of 2004. The Danish Air Force currently operates three C-130H Hercules, which it acquired in 1975. The new C-130Js will be operated by the 721 Transport Squadron, which will soon relocate to Aalborg AB from its current home at Varlose AB near Copenhagen.

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