Zambian Air Force has acquired a C-27J Spartan tactical transport aircraft aimed at replacing its aging fleet of BAe 748s, Y-12 and MA60 transport aircraft.
The tactical air carrier was seen bearing the marking of the Zambian Air Force at the Lanseria International Airport end of August.
In 2015, Zambia ordered two C-27Js from Alenia Aeronautics to complement. The Zambian C-27Js are allocated the serial numbers; AF002 and AF003.
The C-27J Spartan transport aircraft was developed from the G-222/C-27A. For increased range, the C-27J uses the same engines and systems as the Lockheed Martin C-130J Super Hercules.
With the ability to carry up to 60 troops, the Spartan will significantly boost Zambia’s airlift capability in the near future.
