DefenseSaudi Arabia drops off Embraer’s priority list for C-390 campaignBrazilian manufacturer had pursued a potential order for up to 33 aircraft and explored plans for a local assembly line in the kingdomMarch 12, 2026Read more
DefenseMerlin completes preliminary design review for autonomous C-130J programUSSOCOM-backed project aims to equip the Super Hercules with a flight system capable of operating from takeoff to landing without a crew on boardMarch 06, 2026Read more
DefenseIndia clears program to acquire 60 medium transport aircraftCompetition expected between C-390, C-130J, A400M and possible Russian entry as IAF seeks to replace aging Soviet transportsMarch 05, 2026Read more
DefenseTaiwan opts for C-130J purchase, drops C-130H upgrade planAir force plans mixed fleet as ageing Hercules aircraft near end of service lifeFebruary 09, 2026Read more
DefenseC-130J Hercules beats Embraer C-390 in Mexican Air Force competitionSelection favors continuity with Lockheed Martin aircraft fleet despite recent C-390 gains abroadJanuary 21, 2026Read more
DefenseTürkiye acquires 12 RAF C-130J aircraft that have been decommissioned since 2023Contract includes upgrade and overhaul by Marshall Aerospace before phased deliveryOctober 20, 2025Read more
DefenseTank could kick out C-130J from Indian Air Force competition - reportNew MTA program requirement would include transport capability for indigenous Zorawar tank, which weighs 25 tons and could only be loaded on the Embraer C-390 and the Airbus A400MDecember 15, 2024Read more
DefenseTurkey reportedly acquires 12 C-130J Super Hercules from RAFTactical transport aircraft out of service since 2023 and previously offered to GreeceDecember 05, 2024Read more
TechnologyC-130J Hercules to become US’ new 'hurricane hunter' aircraftNational Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration flying laboratory to replace current WP-3D turboprops by 2030September 30, 2024Read more
DefenseSweden may acquire only three C-390 MillenniumThe total number of Embraer aircraft was revealed by the Brazilian Defense Minister in an interview. The country is also evaluating the C-130JSeptember 29, 2024Read more