US EditionMexican Air Force will be first operator of C-130J in Latin America
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The Mexican Air Force (FAM) acquired its first C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transport aircraft from Lockheed Martin, a U.S. military industry company, which makes Mexico the first Latin American country to operate this type of aircraft.The acquisition of the Super Hercules aircraft by Mexico was the first of two international awards under the C-130J contract.The C-130J-30 Super Hercules model is considered by the U.S. company to be the most…
The Mexican Air Force (FAM) acquired its first Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transport aircraft, as announced by the American company on January 21, 2026, from its plant in Marietta, Georgia. With this acquisition, Mexico became the first country in Latin America to operate this advanced version of the legendary Hercules, marking a new era in its capabilities… Source
The Mexican Air Force (FA) tied with the United States the acquisition of a Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules in an operation that the Ministry of National Defense (Sedena) presents as a response to an operational lack. It is a breathing space in heavy air transport to move personnel, equipment and material in operations, and to help the population in natural disasters. This justification is cited in specialized coverages that refer to the R…
Mexico Becomes First Latin American Operator of C-130J Super Hercules
Mexico has officially become the first country in Latin America to operate the C-130J Super Hercules, following the acquisition of its first C-130J-30 tactical airlifter from Lockheed Martin. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the Fuerza Aérea Mexicana (FAM) and underscores growing regional demand for modern, multi-role airlift platforms capable of supporting military, humanitarian, and disaster-response operations. The aircraft …
Faced with the need to modernize its tactical transport fleet, the US company Lockheed Martin concluded the sale of a C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft to the Mexican Air Force (FAM), making Mexico the first Latin American country to operate this advanced version of the emblematic Hercules. The contract was officially announced on 21 [...] The Lockheed Martin ticket resulted in the sale of a C-130J-30 Super Hercules plane to the Mexican Air Forc…
Mexican Air Force will be first operator of C-130J in Latin America
The Mexican Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Mexicana – FAM) recently announced that it is to acquire its first Lockheed Martin … mehr... The post Mexican Air Force will be first operator of C-130J in Latin America appeared first on European Security & Defence.
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