The US Marine Corps accepted delivery of its 50th KC-130J Super Hercules aerial refueller at the Lockheed Martin facility on August 18. This KC-130J is assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California. The Marine Corps has the distinction of operating the largest KC-130J fleet in the world.

As a member of the proven C-130J Super Hercules family, the KC-130J is battle-tested and delivers unmatched tanking capabilities – delivering fuel to a multitude of platforms, from helicopters to the F-35B Lightning II, the world’s most advanced fifth-generation multi-role fighter.

“The US Marine Corps is one of the most visible KC-130J operators in the world, providing vital support where it’s needed most,” said George Shultz, Vice President and General Manager, Air Mobility & Maritime Missions at Lockheed Martin. “We value our partnership with the Marine Corps and know that much of the success of the KC-130J platform is due to the multiple missions carried out by marine crews on this aircraft. Congratulations to the US Marine Corps on delivery of this milestone KC-130J!”

The KC-130J aerial refuelling tanker is the latest in a long lineage of combat proven KC-130 Hercules aerial refueller technologies. The new KC-130J builds on proven aerial refueller designs while taking full advantage of tremendous technological and performance improvements inherent in the basic C-130J aircraft. Several international operators also fly the KC-130J.