The second former USAF C-130H “Hercules” medium-lift turboprop aircraft is expected to be delivered next month, the aircraft is just undergoing a minor maintenance job before the long flight to the Philippines.
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) actually acquired two (2) refurbished Lockheed C-130H "Hercules" medium-lift turboprop aircraft through a grant from the United States Defense Security Cooperation Agency in 2019.
The sale of the two transport aircraft is part of the US government's commitment to help the Philippines develop its territorial defense and maritime security capabilities, as well as enhance its ability to respond to humanitarian assistance and disaster relief emergencies, which routinely occur in the Philippines.
The first of the former USAF C-130H aircraft with Serial number: 382-5125 was delivered to the Philippines on 29 January 2021.
The 220th Airlift Wing currently have four (4) C-130 Hercules aircraft in active status.
(Da-Real)