Marshall Aerospace underlines its status as the world’s leading Lockheed Martin-approved C-130 heavy-duty repair center by contracting with Lockheed Martin for 12-year maintenance inspections of the Indian Air Force’s C-130J fleet The qualifications of the C-130J aircraft are super Hercules.
The contract will allow the company to conduct in-depth maintenance inspections of India’s C-130J fleet, while further strengthening their longstanding relationship with Lockheed Martin. Delivered to the Indian Air Force under the US government’s foreign military sales program, the aircraft is an outstanding example of political and military cooperation.
“Importantly, we can rely on our long-term service centre, Marshall Aerospace, to support one of the most active C-130J fleets in the world. With an integrated team and dedicated support, we can together ensure that the Indian Air Force’s C-130J aircraft Teams are always available and ready for every mission,” commented Curtis Jones, Lockheed Martin C-130 India Program Manager.
India first acquired the platform in 2008 and in recent years has continued to procure additional airframes through the US government and Lockheed Martin to support its tactical airlift needs and currently operates a fleet of 12 C-130J aircraft .
Neil McManus, Managing Director of Marshall Aerospace, said: “We are delighted to have been selected through the competition to provide dedicated and comprehensive maintenance services to the Indian Air Force, while supporting Lockheed Martin in the broader foreign military sales contract.
“As one of the largest air forces in the world, the Government of India can rely on Marshall Aerospace to provide the same level of experience, expertise and value that makes us the first choice for many operators worldwide for large-scale maintenance of the C-130.”
The Indian Air Force’s C-130J Super Hercules feature a highly integrated and complex configuration, primarily designed to support India’s special operational needs. The aircraft is also used to support a variety of critical missions, including humanitarian assistance, airlift, natural disaster support, and search and rescue operations.
