Hercules in air

Hercules in air

A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)
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  • Hercules in air

    Hercules in air

    A U.S. Air Force EC-130J flies over the Gulf of America, Sept. 16, 2025. The 417th Flight Test Squadron aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley)
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Test aircraft showcase: Hercules unleashed

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The 96th Test Wing EC-130J belongs to the 417th Flight Test Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.  The aircraft performs flight test operations on next-generation hardware and software to improve lethality and readiness across the C-130 fleet.  Imagery by Staff Sgt. Thomas Barley.

Hercules in air
Hercules in air
Hercules in air
Hercules in air