This shift indicates a gradual move by the Americans away from the concept of a gunship ... The AC-130J Ghostrider is the latest iteration of the AC-130, a revamped version of the C-130 Hercules ...

The AC-130J Ghostrider gunship is the newest version of the historic AC-130 aircraft, which dates back to the Vietnam War. Unlike C-130s, which are meant to carry cargo and troops, the AC-130 ...

The US Air Force deployed a gunship as part of its latest joint exercises with South Korea as the North launched another ...

The C-130: Incorporating State of the Art Technology The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 fleet and will replace aging C-130Es. The C-130J incorporates state-of-the-art technology ...

The KC-130J can also be configured as an aerial gunship, with the addition of an AN/AAQ-60 targeting pod, Hellfire missiles, guided bombs and a 30mm cannon. The so-called Harvest HAWK package is ...

Feeney explains why each item is integral for each flight. The AC-130J is retrofitted with a precision-weapons package and is able to aid in missions like close air support, air interdiction ...