A Westbury Afternoon

One of two C130-J variant Hercules transport aircraft flying in close formation. These new versions of the venerable airframe will take them well into the second half of a century of flying, with the first flight being in August 1954.

The J variant has improved engines and a six curved bladed propeller, no air to air refuelling probe and no underwing fuel tanks. Note the partially extended flaps for added lift at slow speed and the rear ramp partially lowered and top door fully up.

Back on the ground and 66084 is seen for the third time, now running light as 0C35 Whatley Quarry to Westbury yard. It has dropped off the wagons for reloading and runs back to its home shed.