C-130 Transport Duties Now Job For Air Force

October 01 2009

USA

The Iraqi air force officially took over independent C-130 air operations this week, reports the American Forces Press Service.

The U.S. Air Force formally deactivated its 321st Air Expeditionary Advisory Squadron during a ceremony at New Al-Muthana Air Base on Tuesday, handing C-130 operations, maintenance and training to Squadron 23 in the Iraqi air force.

The largest C-130 squadron in the Iraqi air force, the unit is responsible for delivering troops and cargo, supporting...

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