Charter & Payload Operations
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Future Bookings Available for charter, payload integration, and specialist aviation missions. Review platform specifications and submit your booking request below.
Platform specifications
C-130J — Aircraft Metrics
All specifications are based on the standard-body C-130J configuration operated by AeroLabs. Payload capacity and range are subject to mission profile and fuel requirements.
Aircraft Type
C-130J-30 Mk5
Cargo Bay Length
55 ft (16.8 m)
Cargo Bay Width
10 ft (3.05 m)
Cargo Bay Height
9 ft (2.74 m)
Max Payload
42,000 lb (19,050 kg)
Cargo Pallet Positions
6
Pallet Position Length
~9 ft per position
Cargo Roller Tracks
Full-length dual roller system
Ramp Capacity
Integrated rear cargo ramp
Paratroop Doors
2 × side doors
Cruise Speed
362 ktas (670 km/h)
Service Ceiling
28,000 ft (8,534 m)
Range (max payload)
2,835 nm (5,250 km)
Turnaround Time
Mission-dependent, typically 24–72 hrs
Cargo bay layout
Cargo Bay
The C-130J standard body features six pallet positions across a 55-foot cargo bay with full-length dual roller tracks. Dimensions shown in feet.
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Charter Booking Request
Complete the form below and the AeroLabs operations team will respond within 2 business days with availability, pricing, and mission planning details.
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