Lockheed Martin’s VP for Business Development Rob Weiss today touted the combat effectiveness of the C-130J in Southwest Asia, noting that its mission capable rates are now at or above 95 percent in the theater. The newest Hercules is demonstrating that it can haul heavy payloads more effectively and maintain increased survivability in the highest of combat op tempos, he said. The “J” is three times as effective as older models, said C-130J VP David Haines, and predicted the technology that was used to build the airlifter will “transform tactical airlift” in the years ahead.
Competitors Not Picked for CCA Look Forward to Increment 2
April 25, 2024
While none of the major aircraft contractors were selected to develop the Collaborative Combat Aircraft, all three say they are seeking further autonomous aircraft work for the Navy, foreign partners, or in the classified arena, and maybe future versions of the CCA itself.