Type Record · As of May 3, 2026
LOCKHEED C-130A
Fixed Wing Multi Engine · ALLISON T-56A-9
Registered
9
Year Range
1954–1957
NTSB Events
1
Airworthiness Directives
13
Aircraft Resources
01 / Distribution
Where the fleet lives and was built
Counts of currently-registered LOCKHEED C-130A aircraft by US state and decade of manufacture, sourced from the FAA Aircraft Registry.
By State (top 10)
- AZ 44.4% 4
- CA 33.3% 3
- OR 11.1% 1
- WY 11.1% 1
By Decade of Manufacture
- 1950s 55.6% 5
- Unknown 44.4% 4
02 / NTSB Records
Events involving LOCKHEED C-130A aircraft
1 event(s) on file. Showing the most recent 1.
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Feb 1, 2025
N466TMDaggett, California Serious
NTSB Docket →
03 / Airworthiness Directives
FAA directives applicable to LOCKHEED C-130A
13 directive(s) on file. Showing the most recent 13.
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Jan 9, 2024
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, 382G, and 382J airplanes; and Model C-130A, HP- C-130A, EC-130Q, 282-44A-05 (C-130B), C-130B, and C-130H airplanes. This AD was prompted by the determination that…
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Nov 21, 2023
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 96-12-20, which applied to certain Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes. AD 96-12-20 required visual inspections to detect loose, missing, or deformed fasteners in the upper truss mounts of ce…
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Jun 26, 2023
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, 382G, and 382J airplanes; and Model C-130A, HP- C-130A, EC-130Q, 282-44A-05 (C-130B), C-130B, and C-130H airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating a q…
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May 16, 2023
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2019-18- 09, which applied to all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes; and Model C-130A, HP-C-130A, EC-130Q, C-130B, and C-130H airplanes. AD 2019-18-09 required a visual inspection of the ce…
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May 14, 2021
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes, type certificated in any category; and Model C-130A, C-130B, C-130BL, C-130E, C-130H, C-130H-30, C-130J, C-130J-30, EC-130Q, HC-130H, KC-130H,…
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Jan 24, 2020
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes, type certificated in any category; and Model C-130A, C-130B, C-130BL, C-130E, C-130H, C-130H-30, C-130J, C-130J-30, EC-130Q, HC-130H, KC-130H,…
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Sep 26, 2019
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes; and Model C-130A, HP-C-130A, EC-130Q, and C-130B airplanes. This AD requires a visual inspection of the center wing upper and lower rainbow fit…
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Jul 31, 2019
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, 382G, C-130A, C-130B, C-130BL, C130E, C- 130H, C 130H 30, C130J, C130J-30, EC130Q, HC130H, KC 130H, NC-130B, NC130, and WC-130H airplanes. This proposed AD w…
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Nov 20, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011-09-04 for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes. AD 2011-09-04 required repetitive inspections for damage to the lower surface of the center wing box (CWB), and corrective actions if neces…
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Sep 2, 2015
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Airplanes
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes. This AD requires replacing the center wing box (CWB) and certain outer wings. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (…
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May 18, 2011
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G Airplanes
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitive inspections for any damage of the lower surface of the center wing box, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD was prompted by reports of fatigue cracks of the lower surface of the center wing box. We ar…
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Sep 26, 2002
Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed C-130A Airplanes, Type Certificated in the Restricted Category
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to all Lockheed C-130A airplanes, type certificated in the restricted category. This action requires repetitive inspections to detect cracks at fastener holes in the left- and right-side lower skin panels and stringers of the center wing betwe…
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Jun 27, 1997
Airworthiness Directives; Hamilton Standard 54H60 Series Propellers
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that is applicable to Hamilton Standard 54H60 series propellers. This action requires removing from service affected propeller blades, and returning those blades to the manufacturer or an approved facility for inspection, rework, and return to service. This amen…
04 / Type Certificate Data Sheets
FAA TCDS for LOCKHEED C-130A
The TCDS is the legal certification document — weight limits, performance, equipment, AD compliance times, operating limitations. 3 matches in the FAA catalog.
- A39CE Current Rev 3 · 12/08/2008
T.B.M. Inc.
Models: C-130A
- A31NM Current Rev 3 · 09/07/2021
International Air Response (IAR)
Models: C-130A
- A15NM Historical Rev 4 · 08/07/2006
USDA Forest Service
Models: C-130A
06 / Supplemental Type Certificates
Modifications approved for LOCKHEED C-130A
6 STCs on file — every FAA-approved modification, alteration, or installation for this aircraft. STOL kits, avionics, fuel systems, floats, engine swaps, you name it.
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07/15/2021
STC ST02495LA
Installation of a multipurpose hatch system
R4 Integration Inc
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01/12/2021
STC ST02495LA
Installation of a multipurpose hatch system
R4 Integration Inc
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10/30/2015
STC ST02495LA
Installation of a multipurpose hatch system
R4 Integration Inc
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12/20/2006
STC SA02365CH
Installation of NASI Supplemental Air-Conditioning System
National Aircraft Service Inc
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08/17/1995
STC ST396CH
Installation of a new electric power generation, control and distribution system.
Snow Aviation International
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08/09/1991
STC SA5088NM
To allow operations of aircraft with two pilot crew while operating in aerial fire retardant dispersal modes, modify by installation of a retardant aerial delivery system(RADS).
TBM, Inc
07 / PMA replacement parts
FAA-approved replacement parts for LOCKHEED C-130A
7 parts on file from the FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval database. Each is a non-OEM part the FAA has authorized for use as a replacement on this aircraft type.
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5735-1 (-2)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/D300B4321A2625188625860600353C2F.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695735-1 (-2) 2F1-6-37794-5 (-6) 37602-1 (-2) FCR38305 FCR38306
PMA holder → -
5734-3 (-4)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/4DE71482E64D5FAA8625860600353BF7.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695734-3 (-4) 2F-3-37793-9 (-10) 37611-3 (-4) FCR38303 FCR38304
PMA holder → -
5733-1 (-2)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/665F6E29941E22DB8625860600353BBB.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695733-1 (-2) 2F1-6-37792-5 (-6) 37600-1 (-2) FCR38301 FCR38302
PMA holder → -
AG843000-17#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/DRSDOCID137409100520211110110525.0001##
Gasket-UHF/VHF Antenna
Aviation Devices & Electronic Components, LLC replaces Modification Part
PMA holder → -
5735-1(-2)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/AFB87F7B446EA9AB8625706700635EF6.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695735-1(-2), 2F1-6-37794-5(-6), 37602-1(-2), FCR38305, FCR38306
PMA holder → -
5733-1(-2)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/67C4CC15D1BF799586257067006358C1.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695733-1(-2), 2F1-6-37792-5(-6), 37600-1(-2), FCR38301, FCR38302
PMA holder → -
5734-3(-4)#https://drs.faa.gov/browse/excelExternalWindow/08E66B5F4DF5117F8625706700635BB2.0001##
Fuel Cell
FFC Manufacturing replaces 695734-3(-4), 2F1-3-37793-9(-10), 37611-3(-4), FCR38303, FCR38304
PMA holder →
04 / Regulations watching this type
Advisory Circulars and Federal Register activity for LOCKHEED C-130A
Advisory Circulars
ACs whose subject explicitly mentions LOCKHEED or C-130A.
Recent Federal Register activity
Latest rulemakings touching general operating rules (Part 91) and maintenance rules (Part 43).
- 2026-04-17 Settlement Policy for Small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Cases FR ↗
- 2026-02-10 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period; Denial of Extension FR ↗
- 2026-02-02 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Requirement, New Aircraft Production FR ↗
- 2026-01-28 Normalizing Unmanned Aircraft Systems Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations; Reopening of Comment Period FR ↗
- 2026-01-07 Requirements for Interference-Tolerant Radio Altimeter Systems FR ↗
05 / Aircraft of this type
All 9 registered N-numbers
Every tail currently on the FAA registry for this make/model. Click an N-number to query the FAA Aircraft Inquiry; rows flagged ● have NTSB events on file. Tails seeded with full TallyAero pages link directly.
| N-number | St | Year | NTSB | FAA |
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| N117TG | AZ | 1954 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N118TG | AZ | 1957 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N120TG | AZ | 1955 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N121TG | AZ | 1956 | · | Look up ↗ |
| N131EC | OR | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N133FF | WY | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N466TM | CA | 1957 | ● | Look up ↗ |
| N479TM | CA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
| N531TB | CA | — | · | Look up ↗ |
Source — FAA Aircraft Registry · click "Look up" to query the live registry record (owner, address, last airworthiness)
05 / Sources & Methodology
Every count traces back to a primary US-government source
- FAA Aircraft Registry →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- NTSB CAROL →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
- Federal Register (FAA Airworthiness Directives) →
Refreshed Apr 27, 2026
Available
We render counts and lists as the agency publishes them. Read the methodology →