Most modern aircraft are flown by two pilots, but a select few legacy machines in the United States still rely on a third, highly specialized crew member: the flight engineer. This critical role, once ...
The C-130 Hercules airlifter's versatility, longevity, and cargo capacity have made it a valuable asset to the Air Force and ...
KABUL (Reuters) - The lone Afghan flight engineer trained to operate C-130 transport planes regularly works 14 hour days when fighting flares, ferrying reinforcements and ammunition to troops battling ...