With its external fuel tanks recently removed, this C-130H aircraft took to the skies for a successful check flight. This marks one of the last key steps as this aircraft prepares to be divested. The external fuel tanks will be transferred to the Rhode Island Air National Guard with plans to install them on their C-130J aircraft—an upgrade that could enhance range and mission flexibility for future operations. | 139th Airlift Wing
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With its external fuel tanks recently removed, this C-130H aircraft took to the skies for a successful check flight. This marks one of the last key steps as this aircraft prepares to be divested. The external fuel tanks will be transferred to the Rhode Island Air National Guard with plans to install them on their C-130J aircraft—an upgrade that could enhance range and mission flexibility for future operations. | 139th Airlift Wing
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Aircraft maintainers from the Rhode Island and Missouri Air National Guard recently teamed up to remove two external fuel tanks from a C-130H Hercules aircraft at the 139th Airlift Wing. As this aircraft reaches the end of its life cycle and prepares for divestment, its legacy continues to serve a purpose.The Rhode Island ANG is exploring the possibility of installing external fuel tanks onto their C-130J aircraft—potentially extending range and mission flexibility for future operations. Rhode I
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