In March 1971, the Wing converted to the C-130A 'Hercules' aircraft and became the 118th Tactical Airlift Wing. The Wing was assigned to Ninth Air Force, Tactical Air Command. In 1979, the Wing was enlarged from eight to sixteen C-130A Aircraft.. some of the oldest aircraft in the inventory (1954-1957 A models).
The A-26 'Invader' is parked behind the Hercules.