Overview
- The award was placed under the U.S. Foreign Military Sales framework via Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
- The scope includes two Weapon Systems Trainers, an Enhanced Integrated Cockpit Systems Trainer and a Loadmaster Part-Task Trainer.
- The package also upgrades the RAAF’s Virtual Simulation and Virtual Maintenance Trainers.
- Australia operates 12 C-130J-30s and has 20 additional aircraft on order with first delivery expected in 2028 for No. 37 Squadron at RAAF Base Richmond.
- Lockheed Martin says the simulators feature high-fidelity cockpit replication, advanced graphics and motion cueing to mirror operational aircraft.