A Lockheed C-130 Hercules and a Douglas C-47 Skytrain fly in close formation, showcasing the evolution of US tactical airlift over nearly 80 years.
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Spotter's notes
The camouflage and invasion stripes on the C-47 commemorate its D-Day service. Both aircraft types are legendary in military aviation. Formation flying like this often occurs during aviation heritage events.
Aircraft identity
Registration
N3451F (on C-47/Dakota), RS (partial code on C-130)
ICAO Type
C-130H (top), C-47 Skytrain (bottom)
Model
C-130 Hercules (top), C-47 Skytrain (bottom)
Manufacturer
Lockheed (C-130), Douglas (C-47)
Airline
United States Air Force (both)
Livery
USAF standard grey (C-130), WWII D-Day invasion stripes (C-47)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
C-130: Allison T56 turboprop, C-47: Pratt & Whitney R-1830 radial reciprocating
Thrust
C-130: 4×3,750 shp turboprops, C-47: 2×1,200 hp pistons
Wingspan
C-130: 40.4 m, C-47: 29.0 m
Length
C-130: 29.8 m, C-47: 19.7 m
Height
C-130: 11.6 m, C-47: 5.2 m
MTOW
C-130: 70,307 kg, C-47: 14,061 kg
Range
C-130: 3,800 km, C-47: 2,575 km
Capacity
C-130: 92 passengers or 19,000 kg cargo, C-47: 27 troops or 2,721 kg cargo
Cruise Speed
C-130: 540 km/h, C-47: 290 km/h
Noise Rating
Not typically published (older military types, not ICAO certified)