Exclusive interview with HC-130J Combat King II pilot

Maj. Kevin Rivera, an Instructor Pilot with the 34th Weapons Squadron at Nellis AFB, discusses the HC-130J Combat King II aircraft and the training program at the 34th Weapons Squadron.

The interview focuses on first-hand experience and real combat operations, future improvements, and specific training for the HC-130J, an aircraft that has undergone significant improvements, including increased situational awareness, advanced digital avionics, and defensive systems. Future improvements for the Combat King II include enhanced situational awareness, Link 16 integration, onboard secret internet access, and software upgrades for onboard tools.

The interview covers the complexities of helicopter air-to-air refueling missions and the importance of teamwork between HC-130J and HH-60 aircrews in real-world combat scenarios, as well as the cooperation with the A-10 Warthog. The discussion provides valuable insights into the HC-130J and the 34th Weapons Squadron's training program.

More here: https://theaviationist.com/2024/11/12/exclusive-interview-with-34th-wps-pilot/

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