Lockheed Martin reported over the past hour that the Mexican Air Force acquired its first C-130J-30 Super Hercules aircraft, becoming the first country in Latin America to operate the C-130J model. The company highlighted the milestone in a statement shared on X, stating, “Mexico becomes the first country in Latin America to operate C-130J.” The announcement came via a post by Azucena Uresti referencing Lockheed Martin's update during the reporting window from 2:15 a.m. to 3:15 a.m. UTC on January 24, 2026. Lockheed Martin, a U.S.-based military industry company, specializes in advanced aircraft including the C-130J-30 Super Hercules, a tactical airlifter used for transport and other missions.
