An Air National Guard base in Nevada has proposed replacing its 25-year-old fleet of big turboprop planes that can carry troops or cargo with newer aircraft that are better for their firefighting capabilities.
KTVN-TV reported Friday that the Nevada Air National Guard Base in Reno could replace its fleet of C130H with eight new C-130J models.
Commander Col. Jacob L. Hammons says the new model provides crews with better performance and safety. Officials say Congress already approved funding for fleet replacements at two or three different air bases in its last spending bill.
The Air Force expects to finalize which of the 13 air bases in consideration will receive new aircraft.
