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Indonesia expands domestic C-130H overhaul capability with second GMF modernization

Garuda Maintenance Facility Aero Asia has completed heavy maintenance, structural overhaul and avionics modernization on a second Indonesian Air Force C-130H Hercules. The A-1319 aircraft is reportedly the first C-130 prototype to undergo major structural work and avionics upgrades outside Lockheed Martin facilities.

Discovered 2026-08-18T23:34:02.705286-07:00 | 2026-08-18T23:34:02.705286-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

GMF’s second upgraded C-130H demonstrates Indonesia’s expanding domestic capacity to sustain a legacy transport fleet that forms the backbone of its airlift capability.
The A-1319 overhaul reportedly moves major structural and avionics work outside Lockheed Martin facilities, marking a significant step in local aerospace expertise and reducing reliance on overseas maintenance.
The involvement of Indonesia’s defense ministry, air force, GMF and PT Dirgantara Indonesia signals government-backed efforts to advance the domestic aerospace industry.

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