The C-130H Hercules has been undergoing a transformation and technological leap forward as the platform’s avionics move from analog to digital at L3Harris Waco, Texas aircraft integration facility. As the prime contractor for the U.S. Air Force Avionics Modernization Program Increment 2 (AMP INC 2), L3Harris is updating avionics for the U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve fleet of Lockheed C-130H Hercules turboprop military transport aircraft with a proven, cost-effective avionics solution to improve mission reliability and reduce pilot workload.
“These upgrades represent cost effective, reliable improvements to the aircraft’s avionics. It is the result of countless hours of meticulous planning, testing and collaboration. It also symbolizes our commitment to safeguarding our nation and its people. With its advanced capabilities and unmatched performance and the L3Harris team behind it, the AMP 2 platform will ensure the safety of our skies for generations to come,” said Sean Ling, General Manager at the L3Harris Waco facility.
The team recently achieved several major milestones, including the first flight and delivery of the first set of prototype aircraft for developmental and operational testing. The milestone paves the way to wrap up the development phase of the program and move into production to field to the war fighter. The C-130H is a versatile aircraft used for a wide range of operational missions. The AMP INC 2 program provides a significant upgrade allowing for continued operational effectiveness of the C-130H and allows this workhorse to be ready and operational for any mission, anywhere and anytime.
L3Harris Technologies, Inc. is an American technology company, defense contractor, and information technology services provider that produces command and control systems and products, wireless equipment, tactical radios, avionics and electronic systems, night vision equipment, and both terrestrial and spaceborne antennas for use in the government, defense, and commercial sectors. They specialize in surveillance solutions, microwave weaponry, and electronic warfare. It was formed from the merger of L3 Technologies (formerly L-3 Communications) and Harris Corporation on June 29, 2019, and was expected to be the sixth-largest defense contractor in the United States.
