Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has signed three-year parts distribution agreements with Integrated Procurement Technologies (IPT), S3 AeroDefense, and Derco (a Lockheed Martin company) to improve hardware and logistics support for C-130 Hercules wheels and brakes. By expanding its distribution partner network, Collins ensures targeted lifecycle support for C-130 operators worldwide. This benefits international customers currently flying the C-130 with Collins wheels and brakes, as well as those considering fleet upgrades.
The C-130 Hercules plays a vital role in global air mobility, supporting combat operations and humanitarian relief. According to Matt Maurer, vice president and general manager of Landing Systems at Collins Aerospace, wheels and brakes are mission-critical components enabling safe takeoffs, landings, and ground operations on the world’s most challenging runways. These agreements help ensure fleet readiness, allowing customers to operate where needed most.
The C-130 Hercules is one of the most successful and longest-serving military aircraft, operated by more than 70 countries and used in every major U.S. conflict since 1954. The aircraft can land on short, rough, or unpaved runways where fighter jets cannot. Collins’ brakes feature DURACARB® technology, offering customers exceptional value through longer service life, reduced maintenance requirements, increased savings, and improved operational efficiencies.
