Legacy Hercules: C-130A, 36SQN RAAF (P0016-21)

Lockheed C-130A Hercules (A97-205)
36 Squadron, RAAF

Australia was the first operator of the C-130 Hercules outside the USA. The first of Australia’s C-130A Hercules arrived in December 1958 and the type served with 36 Squadron until 1978. During this time they supported Australian deployment to Vietnam, and flew many humanitarian flights including disaster relief after Cyclone Tracey (Darwin 1974). The aircraft depicted on this print, A97-205, was the first C-130A to arrive in Australia and flew 36 Squadron’s 100,000th accident-free flying hour in November 1972. It is shown as it appeared towards the end of its service life.

Lithographic print specifications

A3 size (29.7 x 42 cm; 11.7×16.5in)

Paper stock: sturdy 300gsm white card

Suitable for framing. The artist works closely with the specialist print-house to ensure the highest standard.

The prints are protected in an individual clear plastic sleeve and delivered flat packed.

The caption briefly outlines the significant of the C-130A to the RAAF, the squadron history and the significance of the aircraft depicted.