C-130J Wing Life Extended Following Durability Tests

Lockheed Martin has confirmed a major advancement in the structural longevity of its C-130J Super Hercules, following a wing durability testing programme that significantly exceeded expectations. The results validated the strength of the aircraft’s centre wing box and confirmed an extended wing life far beyond earlier estimates.

The recent testing, conducted with support from the U.S. Air Force and the Royal Canadian Air Force, demonstrated a substantial increase in service life—from an estimated 90,000 Equivalent Flight Hours (EFH) to 122,500 EFH. This nearly doubles the original design specification and represents a 36% increase over previous projections.

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