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UPDATED Oct 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Oct 16, 2026 at 3:12 PM ET
Navy accepts C-130J for future TACAMO conversion
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The U.S. Navy accepted a C-130J-30 Super Hercules on Oct. 15 for modification into the first aircraft in its new nuclear command, control and communications fleet. The Air Force is considering a similar C-130J route for its NC3 mission under congressional direction.
WHO: The U.S. Navy
WHAT: The Navy accepted a C-130J-30 Super Hercules for conversion into its first new nuclear command, control and communications aircraft.
WHEN: Oct 15, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: The aircraft is to be modified for the Navy’s nuclear command, control and communications mission.
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