Turkey Buys RAF's Retired C-130Js, Opening a New Chapter for Its Airlift Fleet

Turkey Buys RAF's Retired C-130Js

Turkey has been strengthening its air and defense capabilities in recent years.

A significant sign of this ambition is the purchase of 12 C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical transport aircraft from the Royal Air Force (RAF).

This acquisition marks a fleet expansion and a step in modernizing Turkey's airlift capability, sustaining logistical autonomy in regional and international operations.

The deal involves 12 C-130J-30 aircraft to be transferred to the Turkish Air Force after maintenance and upgrades by Marshall Aerospace.

The purchase opens a new chapter for Turkey's airlift fleet.

Author's summary: Turkey buys 12 retired C-130Js from RAF.

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The Aviationist The Aviationist — 2025-10-27