[Scan-DC] 135th AS MD ANG

[Blake Bowers]

> Yesterday (5 Aug) I heard one of the crew members chatting with sqdn
> operations (Crab Ops, 385.9). He asked Ops if his aircraft (97-1353) was
going to have
> an evac mission the next day. He wanted to know so if not he could "tear
> down" the evac configuration before they shut down the aircraft. They are
> obviously using some sort of modular, flexible cargo compartment
configuation which
> allows them to conduct various missions as needed.
>

C-130's are one of the most configurable aircraft out
there.  From carrying bulk cargo, troops, to use as
airborne command posts, PUFF platforms, medivac,
even used as bombers!

In a medivac configuration, they are normally set up
with stanchions that support the litters.  Not the
most comfortable ride, but not that bad.  Noisy
but it is transportation.  Very little change from the
configuration for carrying troops.