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Naples Lockheed C-130 Hercules Charter

The Lockheed C-130 Hercules in commercial L-100-30 civilian configuration is a four-engine turboprop freighter, and the Naples-market use case is almost entirely humanitarian relief or oversized outbound with a rear-ramp loading requirement. KAPF is not the field; RSW or MIA handles the airframe.

Specs are for the L-100-30 civilian Hercules (commercial freighter variant, stretched from the L-100 launched in 1965; L-100-30 stretch variant introduced 1970). Three flight crew (pilot, copilot, flight engineer); loadmaster optional. Main-deck cargo volume 6,057 cubic feet. Range 1,334 nautical miles at max payload of 51,000 pounds; ferry range up to 5,000 nautical miles. Cruise 291 knots true, ceiling 23,000 feet. Length 112.8 feet, wingspan 132.6 feet.

Lockheed C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft for Naples charter

Performance and Cabin

  • Category: Cargo Aircraft
  • Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin
  • Year introduced: 1970
  • Seating: Crew only (cargo)
  • Crew: 3
  • Range: 1,334 nautical miles
  • Cruise speed: 291 knots
  • Service ceiling: 23,000 feet
  • Length: 112.8 feet
  • Wingspan: 132.6 feet
  • Height: 38.3 feet
  • Baggage volume: 6,057 cubic feet
  • Lavatory: Crew only

Why the Lockheed C-130 Hercules Fits Naples

Humanitarian relief through RSW or MIA is the primary Naples-market use. Hurricane Ian (September 2022) precedent: rear-ramp turboprop freighters were part of the initial relief airlift landing at RSW and PGD to unload generators, potable water, and building materials on runways still recovering from debris.

The rear-ramp loading is what buyers pay for on the L-100. Vehicles, palletized construction equipment, or medical field-hospital modules roll in and out without a forklift, which matters when the destination field has no ground support.

Caribbean disaster relief (a Category 4 or 5 hurricane hitting Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, or the Bahamas) staged through MIA on the L-100 is the recurring mission profile. Naples-market donor groups and family foundations fund some of this work.

Vetting Behind Every Trip

Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:

  • FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
  • Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
  • Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
  • Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.

Charter Pricing Reference

Industry hourly rates for the Lockheed C-130 Hercules run $8,000 to $12,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.

Hourly billing runs $8,000 to $12,000 per flight hour as of 7/2026 (source: ACA published range). Humanitarian pricing is negotiated separately from commercial; expect longer positioning legs and ferry billing for a Southwest Florida departure.

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Contact

For a quote on a Lockheed C-130 Hercules charter in or out of Naples, head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.

The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.