Lynden Air Cargo to Modernize Hercules Fleet
One of Lynden Air Cargo’s Lockheed Model 382G Hercules aircraft (a civilian version of the military C-130) that will be upgraded with the Genesys Avionics Suite for greater safety, reliability, and performance.
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Better performance, greater safety, and more reliability are on the way for Lynden Air Cargo’s distinctive fleet of fixed-wing Hercules air freight carriers. Lynden Air Cargo in early May announced a strategic partnership with New York-based Moog, Inc. to upgrade its fleet of Lockheed Model 382G aircraft with the Genesys Avionics Suite.
The avionics and autopilot modernization program will involve the installation of cutting-edge equipment, software updates, and comprehensive integration testing. The first aircraft is scheduled for completion in 2026.
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“We are thrilled to partner with Moog, Inc. on this critical upgrade,” says Lynden Air Cargo President Scott Hicks. “Moog is a leader in avionics technology and will provide state-of-the-art systems to modernize our fleet and advance our operational capabilities. This initiative maintains our commitment to excellence and enables us to better serve our customers while meeting the evolving demands of the aviation industry. It also underscores Lynden Air Cargo’s dedication to continuous improvement, fuel efficiency, and innovation.”
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Lynden Air Cargo is part of the Lynden family of companies and is a leading provider of air freight services, specializing in transporting cargo to remote and challenging locations. Lynden companies have, for more than a century, provided transportation and logistics solutions in Alaska, Canada, the Pacific Northwest, Hawai’i, and around the world by air, land, sea, or any combination of modes.
Moog, Inc. has been making airplane parts and instruments since 1951, co-founded by Bill Moog, cousin of electronic music pioneer Bob Moog, who founded Moog Music in 1953.
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