The MC-130J is air refuellable and features an advanced flight station, fully integrated digital avionics and navigation, auxiliary flight deck stations, and turboprop engines with six-bladed, all-composite propellers.

The MC-130J, which became operational in 2011, is the new-production variant that is replacing the other special operations MC-130s. [5] As of 2023, the Air Force has taken delivery of 57 MC-130J models. [6] The final MC-130J produced was delivered to USAF in January 2025. [7]

The MC-130J Commando II multimission combat transport/special operations tanker, assigned to the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), delivers increased combat performance to the warfighter with its more powerful engines and unique features.

The MC-130J Commando II flies clandestine, low-level air refueling missions for special operations helicopters and tiltrotor aircraft, and infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces in sensitive or hostile territories.

On Jan. 14, 2025, the United States Air Force Special Operations Command’s 58th Special Operations Wing welcomed Lockheed Martin’s final production MC-130J Commando II into the fold. The...

The MC-130J Commando II is the latest C-130 variant in the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) fleet. Based on the KC-130J tanker design, the MC-130J is a state-of-the-art, multi-role tactical airlifter and refueler, designed to replace AFSOC's ageing fleet of MC-130E and MC-130P aircraft.

The MC-130J primarily flies missions at night to reduce probability of visual acquisition and intercept by airborne threats. Its secondary mission includes the airdrop of leaflets.

The MC-130J Commando II is intended to replace the aging MC-130E and P-model aerial refueling aircraft.

The MC-130J is USAF’s next-generation special operations tanker/ mobility aircraft based on the C-130J. Designated Commando II (previously Combat Shadow II) in honor of the WWII C-47, the aircraft are tasked with covert day, night, and adverse weather infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces in hostile or denied ...

Feb 3, 2015 · The MC-130J is crewed by two pilots, one combat systems officer and two loadmasters. Its cockpit houses an advanced flight station equipped with fully integrated digital avionics and includes head-up and multifunctional colour …