Marshall Aerospace has been selected by the Turkish Ministry of National Defence to provide comprehensive through-life support for its new fleet of Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules tactical airlifters. This major multi-year contract encompasses the entire entry into service and long-term sustainment for all 12 aircraft destined for the Turkish Air Force.
The extensive agreement includes scheduled maintenance, the provision of spares and tooling, and specialized training programs. This training is designed to foster an indigenous capability within Türkiye, enabling its personnel to manage and maintain the C-130J platform effectively. A significant pre-delivery task involves Marshall completing essential centre wing box replacements on every one of the 12 airframes before they become operational.
Marshall’s role with the Turkish C-130J fleet began even before this support contract. Acting as the Principal Retail Partner in partnership with UK Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) Export & Sales, the company facilitated the resale process. During this period, Marshall has been performing ongoing anti-deterioration maintenance and providing secure storage for the aircraft at its renowned facility in Cambridge, UK.
Company CEO Bob Baxter stated that the contract underscores Marshall’s commitment to keeping Türkiye’s modern, world-class fleet mission-ready and mission-capable. He further emphasized that this announcement solidifies the company’s position as a leading provider of integrated support solutions within the global C-130 community. This latest achievement expands Marshall’s impressive portfolio, having now supported the acquisition and entry into service for eight separate operators of both legacy C-130 and newer C-130J aircraft, including forces such as the Austrian Air Force and the Bangladesh Air Force.
