The C130 Hercules is a fourengine turboprop military transport aircraft that was first introduced in 1956. It has been used in a wide range of roles, including troop and cargo transport, aerial firefighting, search and rescue, and special operations. The aircraft has a distinctive highwing design and is known for its ability to operate from rough and unprepared airstrips. Over 2,500 C130s have been produced and they have been operated by dozens of countries around the world, making it one of the most successful military aircraft in history.