A Lockheed C-130 Hercules is seen on the runway, flanked by two F-16 Fighting Falcons at a military airfield.
© Unknown
Want more features?
Download the PlaneSpot app to identify planes, track your spottings, and connect with other aviation enthusiasts.
Spotter's notes
Two F-16s and one C-130 from the Portuguese Air Force in Monte Real Air Force Base, Portugal
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
C130, F16
Model
C-130 Hercules (center, turboprop); F-16 Fighting Falcon (left and right, jet fighters)
Manufacturer
Lockheed, General Dynamics
Airline
Not applicable (military)
Livery
Standard military gray camo
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
C-130: Allison T56 turboprops; F-16: Pratt & Whitney F100 or GE F110 turbofan
Thrust
F-16: 106–129 kN (24,000–29,000 lbf); C-130: 4 × 3,460 shp (2,580 kW)
Wingspan
C-130: 40.4 m; F-16: 9.96 m
Length
C-130: 29.8 m; F-16: 15.06 m
Height
C-130: 11.9 m; F-16: 4.88 m
MTOW
C-130: 70,307 kg; F-16: 19,187 kg
Range
C-130: ~3,800 km; F-16: ~4,220 km (with drop tanks)
Capacity
C-130: Up to 92 passengers or 19,000 kg cargo; F-16: 1 pilot
Cruise Speed
C-130: 540 km/h; F-16: 933 km/h (cruise)
Noise Rating
Not typically published; varies by mission fit. Military use.
Location
Airport Code
LPMR
Airport Name
Monte Real Air Base
Camera
Device
iPhone 11