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C-130: Iraqi Air Force revives by the Hercules

Nassiriya, Iraq - Three US-made military airlifters represent the cutting edge of the

The C-130 Hercules proves to be the first important airplane in service in the restored Iraqi Air Force. Three military airlifters of this type were provided to the United States and have been re-deployed nearby a base close to Nassiriya city, in South-eastern area of the Arab country. The Hercules are currently mainly used for the training of new pilots and technicians, while also many Iraqi soldiers...

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Rome, Italy, 08/19/2005 13:39
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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