Only Civilian FAA Approved C-130A in the World Offered For Sale

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1958 Lockheed C-130A “Hercules” S/N 3212 (N131EC), described as “the only civilian FAA approved C-130A in the world” is available for sale.

The airframe reportedly has 11,615 TTSN, 2,324 hrs since Lockheed anti-deterioration service check, 751 hrs since last “D” check and 9,362 landings since new. The four Allison T-56A-11 engines have 225 SOH (10 SHSI), 775 SOH (10 SHSI), 470 SOH (10 SHSI) and 1150 SOH (10 SHSI). Additional features include:

Cargo system: Complete LAPES roller system, the only one in the world in civilian hands. Troop seats: Complete set of troop seats (96) including complete set of stanchions for litters. Air Drop Capability: All components for paratroop operations.

The machine is located in Louisiana and is currently being offered for $1,300,000 (trades considered). It can be sold to only U.S. government approved countries with an approved end user license required. Click here to check out the complete listing.