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| Australian C-130 (File Photo) |
MARK DODD
AUSTRALIA is handing over two refurbished C-130 Hercules aircraft to Indonesia, boosting Jakarta's ability to patrol for asylum boats and assist in maritime emergencies.
The C-130H models are the first of four surplus Hercules planes to be given to the Indonesian Air Force in ready-to-fly condition, Defence Minister Stephen Smith said in Darwin.
The H-models are being phased out by Australia, but are still in service with the US Coast Guard for long-range maritime patrol and search and rescue.
The RAAF has refurbished its heavy transport fleet with the purchase of six giant C-17s and the latest C-130J model Hercules.
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