Airdrop
Overview
The worldwide experts in heavy airdrop solutions. Our C-130s can drop the widest variety of items including 463L pallets, Type V airdrop platforms, ground/marine/aerial vehicles, and personnel. Each aircraft comes equipped with the 463L Cargo Handling System including standardized pallets, rollers, and rails. Designed by the U.S. Air Force, the 463L improves the safety and efficiency of airdrop and ground cargo handling operations.
key benefits
- Equipped with standard USAF airdrop system
- Static line and cargo winch equipped
- Fully functional air deflectors and paratroop doors
- High and low altitude drop capability
- Crews experienced in complex airdrop operations
C-130 Hercules
- The most versatile airdrop platform with proven results
- 20+ ton lift capability
- Able to drop individual items weighing up to 25,000 pounds
- Drops altitudes up to 30,000 ft
- Ability to deploy jumpers, vehicles, and other payloads
- Short runway capability for operations from more airports
Safety & Certification
- Four-engine safety for high altitude heavy payload drop operations
- Night & IMC capable with NVG capability
- USAF-certified 463L airdrop system
- FAA-certified for all special purposes under 14 CFR § 21.25
