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Lockheed HC-130H Hercules of the U.S. Coast Guard, tail number 1714, prepares for a long-range search-and-rescue mission.
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Spotter's notes
This specific airframe '1714' is part of the Coast Guard fleet often nicknamed 'Kodiak'. The orange and white USCG colors are iconic for maritime SAR operations.
Aircraft identity
Registration
1714
ICAO Type
HC-130H
Model
C-130 Hercules
Manufacturer
Lockheed
Airline
U.S. Coast Guard
Airline Code
CGA / none
Livery
U.S. Coast Guard (white with red/orange stripe and tail)
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Allison T56-A-15 turboprops
Thrust
4 × 4,591 shp (3,425 kW) each (shaft horsepower)
Wingspan
40.4 m
Length
29.8 m
Height
11.7 m
MTOW
70,307 kg
Range
3,800 km
Capacity
Up to 92 passengers or 19,050 kg cargo
Cruise Speed
540 km/h
Noise Rating
ICAO Chapter 3 (~85 dB on approach, varies by config)