50th Overhauled C-130 Hercules Video Will Be Alive Soon !!!

[Windjammer]

The largest organic Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) facility outside the United States Air Force (USAF), Pakistan Air Force's No.130 Air Engineering Depot (AED) celebrated the roll-out of the 50th overhauled C-130 Hercules in March 2017. No.130 AED was established in 1993 to undertake PDM of PAF C-130 aircraft. Since its capacity enhancement in 2009, Depot is undertaking PDM of 2-3 aircraft simultaneously. Depot has endeavored to achieve self-reliance through enhancing local manufacturing capability and replacement of structural parts. Depot has provided its prowess by conducting three PDM inspections at foreign land. No.130 AED also undertook FLIR modification on C-130 aircraft for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) operations which directly affected the success of Operation Zarb-e-Azb. Depot has carved a niche in four core areas comprising replacement of major critical structural parts, corrosion prevention and control program, compliance of NDI (Non-Destructive Inspection) using five different techniques and upholstery replacement. In-country overhauling facility has resulted in saving of huge amount of foreign exchange from PAF budget with additional benefit of reduction in aircraft grounding time. Compliance of PDM inspection at regular intervals has improved operational readiness of C-130 aircraft fleet to undertake operational commitments of PAF. No.130 AED remains committed and resolute to further enhance its capabilities to emerge as one of the largest organic facilities of PDM inspection of C-130 aircraft.

@SQ8 @Hodor @Raider 21 @HRK @MastanKhan @Irfan Baloch @Imran Khan @Areesh @Clairvoyant @PanzerKiel @The Eagle

 

[Black.Mamba]

Since there were quite a few speculations going on the spotting of Egyptian C130's in Pakistan. Can they be related to AED? maybe for some inspection and regular maintenance related matters or that was something entirely different?

 

[Windjammer]

Since there were quite a few speculations going on the spotting of Egyptian C130's in Pakistan. Can they be related to AED? maybe for some inspection and regular maintenance related matters or that was something entirely different?

I believe such inspections take weeks if not months, so i guess they were here for a different purpose.

 

[Windjammer]

Guys the Video is on air now.

 

[Metal 0-1]

So, they already installed FLIR system on Hercs. It would be much beneficial if they install.
Cannons on side from 105mm to 30mm, our own version of Specter Gunship.

 

[ziaulislam]

Dont we have drones for survillance
Hope we can lobby some used parts from USA

 

[GriffinsRule]

New clips for our resident video editor @Trailer23

 

[Trailer23]

New clips for our resident video editor @Trailer23

Yes indeed. And a quick 'Thanx' to @Windjammer for posting it.

 

[Irfan Baloch]

The largest organic Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) facility outside the United States Air Force (USAF), Pakistan Air Force's No.130 Air Engineering Depot (AED) celebrated the roll-out of the 50th overhauled C-130 Hercules in March 2017. No.130 AED was established in 1993 to undertake PDM of PAF C-130 aircraft. Since its capacity enhancement in 2009, Depot is undertaking PDM of 2-3 aircraft simultaneously. Depot has endeavored to achieve self-reliance through enhancing local manufacturing capability and replacement of structural parts. Depot has provided its prowess by conducting three PDM inspections at foreign land. No.130 AED also undertook FLIR modification on C-130 aircraft for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) operations which directly affected the success of Operation Zarb-e-Azb. Depot has carved a niche in four core areas comprising replacement of major critical structural parts, corrosion prevention and control program, compliance of NDI (Non-Destructive Inspection) using five different techniques and upholstery replacement. In-country overhauling facility has resulted in saving of huge amount of foreign exchange from PAF budget with additional benefit of reduction in aircraft grounding time. Compliance of PDM inspection at regular intervals has improved operational readiness of C-130 aircraft fleet to undertake operational commitments of PAF. No.130 AED remains committed and resolute to further enhance its capabilities to emerge as one of the largest organic facilities of PDM inspection of C-130 aircraft.

@SQ8 @Hodor @Raider 21 @HRK @MastanKhan @Irfan Baloch @Imran Khan @Areesh @Clairvoyant @PanzerKiel @The Eagle

we been always denied Chinooks that could improve our troops mobility. not sure if we approached them for Galaxy C5 but we been restricted to C-130s to keep our troops deployment and mobility in check. this is why our biggest heliborne operation in SAWAT was a a grudging surprise event for them. good times with Americans and their Arab allies are over so lets celebrate whatever we are left with, I am glad our C-130s sent for upgrades and upgrades are not impounded at least.

 

[Imran Khan]

7:26 is bad idea producing local parts

 

[IceCold]

Shouldn't they be replaced by now?
What are the options for heavy lift? Chinese Y20?

 

[RAMPAGE]

7:26 is bad idea producing local parts

?

 

[python-000]

The largest organic Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) facility outside the United States Air Force (USAF), Pakistan Air Force's No.130 Air Engineering Depot (AED) celebrated the roll-out of the 50th overhauled C-130 Hercules in March 2017. No.130 AED was established in 1993 to undertake PDM of PAF C-130 aircraft. Since its capacity enhancement in 2009, Depot is undertaking PDM of 2-3 aircraft simultaneously. Depot has endeavored to achieve self-reliance through enhancing local manufacturing capability and replacement of structural parts. Depot has provided its prowess by conducting three PDM inspections at foreign land. No.130 AED also undertook FLIR modification on C-130 aircraft for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) operations which directly affected the success of Operation Zarb-e-Azb. Depot has carved a niche in four core areas comprising replacement of major critical structural parts, corrosion prevention and control program, compliance of NDI (Non-Destructive Inspection) using five different techniques and upholstery replacement. In-country overhauling facility has resulted in saving of huge amount of foreign exchange from PAF budget with additional benefit of reduction in aircraft grounding time. Compliance of PDM inspection at regular intervals has improved operational readiness of C-130 aircraft fleet to undertake operational commitments of PAF. No.130 AED remains committed and resolute to further enhance its capabilities to emerge as one of the largest organic facilities of PDM inspection of C-130 aircraft.

@SQ8 @Hodor @Raider 21 @HRK @MastanKhan @Irfan Baloch @Imran Khan @Areesh @Clairvoyant @PanzerKiel @The Eagle

Hats off for our Great & hard working Engeeniers...

 

[MastanKhan]

The largest organic Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) facility outside the United States Air Force (USAF), Pakistan Air Force's No.130 Air Engineering Depot (AED) celebrated the roll-out of the 50th overhauled C-130 Hercules in March 2017. No.130 AED was established in 1993 to undertake PDM of PAF C-130 aircraft. Since its capacity enhancement in 2009, Depot is undertaking PDM of 2-3 aircraft simultaneously. Depot has endeavored to achieve self-reliance through enhancing local manufacturing capability and replacement of structural parts. Depot has provided its prowess by conducting three PDM inspections at foreign land. No.130 AED also undertook FLIR modification on C-130 aircraft for ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) operations which directly affected the success of Operation Zarb-e-Azb. Depot has carved a niche in four core areas comprising replacement of major critical structural parts, corrosion prevention and control program, compliance of NDI (Non-Destructive Inspection) using five different techniques and upholstery replacement. In-country overhauling facility has resulted in saving of huge amount of foreign exchange from PAF budget with additional benefit of reduction in aircraft grounding time. Compliance of PDM inspection at regular intervals has improved operational readiness of C-130 aircraft fleet to undertake operational commitments of PAF. No.130 AED remains committed and resolute to further enhance its capabilities to emerge as one of the largest organic facilities of PDM inspection of C-130 aircraft.

@SQ8 @Hodor @Raider 21 @HRK @MastanKhan @Irfan Baloch @Imran Khan @Areesh @Clairvoyant @PanzerKiel @The Eagle

Hi,

This truly is a position of honor.

 

[Myth_buster_1]

My wife's grand father was a C130 technician during 60s 70s and 80s.... he used to tell me stories about his trips to US during 60s and was one of the first batch to be trained. he also participated in 65 and 71 war and said c130s were also used to drop bombs on enemys position.. unfortunately he passed away this year and i truly miss him because he was such a pleasant personality..