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ANG-AFRC Test Center demonstrates upgraded C-130 engines Oct 26, 2016 - The Air National Guard Air Force Reserve Command Test Center conducted a demonstration flight showcasing engine upgrades to the C-130H aircraft on October 20. [Read more...]	Rolls-Royce delivers first T56 Series 3.5 upgrade kits to USAF for C-130H fleet Feb 25, 2016 - Rolls-Royce has delivered the first T56 Series 3.5 engine upgrade kits to the US Air Force as the service introduces the improvements to its C-130H transport fleet. [Read more...]

USAF C-130 completes first flight with enhanced Rolls-Royce Engine Sep 19, 2012 - Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, and the U.S. Air Force are conducting flight tests for an enhancement for the T56 turboprop engine, which powers the C-130H transport aircraft. The Series 3.5 Engine Enhancement is designed to deliver fuel savings and reliability improvements, resulting in improved life cycle costs. [Read more...]

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