Legacy Hercules: C-130E, 37SQN RAAF (P0016-22)

Lockheed C-130E Hercules (A97-159)
37 Squadron, RAAF

The C-130E Hercules offered significant performance improvement over the C-130A. Twelve aircraft were purchased to equip 37 Squadron. The first of these aircraft, A97-159, arrived at RAAF Base Richmond in August 1966. The C-130E became the RAAF’s primary strategic airlifter. Over its 34 year career with 37 Squadron it performed a multitude of tasks around the globe, including evacuation of orphans from Vietnam under Operation ‘Babylift’, and supporting peace-keeping efforts as far afield as Sinai, Kashmir, Somalia and East Timor.

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.

Each print is protected in an ultra-clear plastic sleeve and delivered flat packed.

The caption briefly outlines the significant of the C-130 for the RAAF, the squadron history and the background of the aircraft depicted.