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Bookmark or Share- Lockheed AC-130 - WikipediaThe sole operator is the United States Air Force, which uses the AC-130J Ghostrider. Close air support roles include supporting ground troops, escorting convoys, and urban operations. Air-interdiction missions are conducted against planned targets and targets of opportunity.
- AC-130J Ghostrider > Air Force > Fact Sheet DisplayGeneral Characteristics. Primary Function: Close air support and air interdiction with associated collateral missions. Contractor: Lockheed Martin. Power Plant: Four Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 Turboprops. Thrust: 4,700 shaft horsepower per engine. Speed: 362 knots. Ceiling: 28,000 feet. Maximum Takeoff Weight: 164,000 lbs.
- AC-130J Ghostrider Aircraft - Air Force TechnologyThe hybrid AC-130J Ghostrider incorporates the flying proficiencies of the MC-130J and the air-to-ground combat capabilities of the AC-130. It will conduct continuous strike operations, including close air support (CAS) for troops in contact, convoy escort and point air defence.
- AFSOC receives final AC-130J > Air Force Special Operations Command ...Air Force Special Operations Command received its 31st and final AC-130J Ghostrider, completing the command’s transition from the legacy AC-130W, AC-130U and AC-130H fleets.
- AC-130J Ghostrider - Air Force Special Operations CommandThe AC-130J Ghostrider gunship is a highly modified C-130J aircraft, and fourth generation gunship that contains advanced features. The primary missions of the AC-130J are close-air support, air interdiction and armed reconnaissance.
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