The Alenia C-27J Spartan [3] is a military transport aircraft developed and manufactured by Leonardo's Aircraft Division (formerly Alenia Aermacchi until 2016). [4] It is an advanced derivative of the former Alenia Aeronautica 's earlier G.222 (C-27A Spartan in U.S. service), equipped with the engines and various other systems also used on the ...

Feb 7, 2024 · The C-27J is the largest aircraft employed by the U.S. Army and used in support of Special Operations Forces.

Widely recognised as the most effective multi-role military transport aircraft in its size class, the C-27J Next Generation features new avionics and aerodynamic developments for greater efficiency and improved operating performance.

Mar 4, 2014 · Launched in 1997, the C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft incorporates the same propulsion system and advanced avionics as the C-130J Hercules Transporter. The C-27J has been developed by Lockheed Martin Alenia Tactical Transport Systems (LMATTS).

The Alenia C-27J Spartan is a tactical military transport aircraft. It was designed and manufactured by Alenia Aermacchi, now part of Boeing Defense, Space & Security. The aircraft can carry up to 20 tons of cargo or 92 fully equipped troops.

The capabilities of the C-27J bridge the gap between Army helicopters and larger Air Force aircraft. The Spartan can operate from unsurfaced airstrips, and support humanitarian missions in remote locations.

Nov 11, 2020 · Compared with other military transport aircraft in its class, the C-27J has the best descent and climb rate, and can also perform 3g tactical manoeuvers, minimising its approach phase and reaching a safe altitude more quickly in high threat scenarios.

Jan 1, 2020 · The C-27J Spartan is a medium transport airplane selected by the United States military. Read why it never made it to fleet but is still used today.

The Alenia C-27J Spartan is a twin-engined STOL military transport aircraft produced by the Italian manufacturer Alenia, today AleniaAermacchi. The C-27J is a further development of the Aeritalia G.222 using the same avionics and engines as the Lockheed-Martin C-130J Hercules .

Nov 11, 2020 · Already acknowledged as the most effective multi-mission military transport aircraft in its class, the C-27J Next Generation today features comprehensive new avionics and aerodynamic developments with new winglets, for improved operational efficiency and even better performance. Mission-proven across all continents with a number of prime air ...