133rd Airlift Wing receives first C-130H with eight-bladed propellers

The first C-130H with eight-bladed propellors assigned to the 133rd Airlift Wing has returned home after modifications.

A C-130 Hercules from the 133rd Airlift Wing is parked on the flight line in St. Paul, Minn., May 11, 2022. The 133rd is currently in the second phase of the modernization process, which includes transitioning the C-130s from four-bladed propellers to eight-bladed propellers. The eight-bladed propellers will deliver more power and efficiency while reducing maintenance. The completion of this phase is projected to end in September 2023.
(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Amy M. Lovgren)

The aircraft arrived home on May 11 at Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport. Another seven C-130Hs are undergoing the modifications with a completion date by the end of September 2023. After which the cargo planes will get new T56 3.5 turboprop engines.

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