The first Australian Air Force C-130J Hercules to be upgraded to Block 8.1 standard arrived home at RAAF Base Richmond last month. Clapping hands sign Upgraded in the USA by Lockheed Martin with support from USAF. The remaining 11 aircraft will be modified in Australia by Airbus Australia Pacific.
The transition from C-130J Block 6.1 to Block 8.1 incorporates new hardware & software including safety improvements to the aircraft for aviators, including changes to the aircraft’s navigation systems, which will ensure greater accuracy during landing approaches.
(Aus DoD)