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Turkey prepares to receive first two ex-RAF C-130J-30 transports

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Three Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft have been spotted in Cambridge, with the first two acquired from the Royal Air Force appearing in Turkish Air Force colors ahead of delivery. The aircraft mark Turkey’s move to add the ex-RAF transports to its military fleet.

Discovered 2026-10-15T01:55:25.448575-07:00 | 2026-10-15T01:55:25.448575-07:00

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  • The transfer will add two C-130J-30 tactical airlifters to Turkey’s military fleet, with three aircraft spotted during preparations for delivery.
  • The aircraft’s appearance in Turkish colors signals that the transfer is advancing from acquisition toward handover.

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