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Second Super Hercules commercial freighter passes test with flying colours

LOCKHEED Martin recently carried out a successful test of its second LM-100J commercial freighter, which is based on the Super Hercules military aircraft.

The LM-100J is the 17th different mission capability developed for the C-130J Super Hercules and it is an updated version of the L-100 cargo aircraft, which Lockheed Martin produced from 1964-1992.

The LM-100J will perform as a commercial multi-purpose air freighter capable of rapid and efficient cargo transport, London's Air Cargo News reported.

"The LM-100J is an ideal airlift solution for delivering bulk and oversize cargo, particularly to austere locations worldwide," Lockheed Martin said.

"The flight was outstanding and the aircraft's performance was flawless," said Wayne Roberts, LM-100J chief test pilot. "After this completely successful first airworthiness flight, this aircraft will join the first LM-100J in conducting the FAA type design update test programme already underway.

"This will accelerate our progress to deliver this unique aircraft's capabilities to civilian operators around the world."