Airunited statesSep 21, 2026

U.S. Air Force Tests C-130J-30 Super Hercules to Sustain Dispersed Operations Under Drone Threats

The U.S. Air Force has tested C-130J-30 Super Hercules operations to sustain dispersed forces under drone threats. The exercise validated agile combat employment logistics in contested environments. Rapid resupply of distributed airfields enhances survivability. The trials support the ACE operational concept.

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