It is an advanced derivative of the former Alenia Aeronautica 's earlier G.222 (C-27A Spartan in U.S. service), equipped with the engines and various other systems also used on the larger Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules.

Widely recognised as the most effective multi-role military transport aircraft in its size class, the C-27J Next Generation features new avionics and aerodynamic developments for greater efficiency and improved operating performance.

Mar 4, 2014 · Launched in 1997, the C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft incorporates the same propulsion system and advanced avionics as the C-130J Hercules Transporter. The C-27J has been developed by Lockheed Martin Alenia Tactical Transport Systems (LMATTS).

Feb 7, 2024 · The C-27J is the largest aircraft employed by the U.S. Army and used in support of Special Operations Forces.

The C-27J Next Generation features comprehensive new avionics to comply with the new Performance Based Navigation international standard to operate in civil air space without limitations, and to enhance interoperability in tactical scenarios.

Jan 1, 2020 · The C-27J Spartan is a medium transport airplane selected by the United States military. Read why it never made it to fleet but is still used today.

The C-27J Spartan is part of the Coast Guard’s medium range surveillance aircraft fleet, with the HC-144 Ocean Sentry. The aircraft is instrumental in helping the Coast Guard fulfill its maritime patrol, drug and migrant interdiction, disaster response and …

Nov 11, 2020 · Already acknowledged as the most effective multi-mission military transport aircraft in its class, the C-27J Next Generation today features comprehensive new avionics and aerodynamic developments with new winglets, for improved …

Nov 11, 2020 · The innovations introduced with the new C-27J Spartan Next Generation variant, improved distinctive features of the aircraft. What are the main differences between this and the previous configuration of the aircraft, of which over 85 are already flying around the world?

The Alenia C-27J Spartan is a military transport aircraft that was manufactured by Alenia Aermacchi and Lockheed Martin. It has been widely used around the world to perform various tasks, such as transporting cargo, carrying troops into combat zones, and fighting fires.