User:Efendenh/Lockheed AC-130

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The Lockheed AC-130 gunship is a heavily armed, long-endurance, ground-attack variant of the C-130 Hercules transport, fixed-wing aircraft. It carries a wide array of ground-attack weapons that are integrated with sophisticated sensors, navigation, and fire-control systems. Unlike other modern military fixed-wing aircraft, the AC-130 relies on visual targeting. Since its large profile and low operating altitudes around 7,000 feet (2,100 m) make it an easy target, its close air support missions are usually flown at night. The main purpose of the AC-130 is close-air support, air interdiction, and armed reconnaissance. The AC-130 can also be used in a variety of other missions including perimeter and point defense, escorts, landing, drop and extraction zone support, forward air control, and combat search and rescue.