Half a century after this aircraft first flew it is still in production. It has been hailed by some aviation enthusiasts as one of the most outstanding aircraft to take to the skies. Surprisingly, in this age of jets this most capable aircraft is propeller driven. Not one part of this latest version is from the original model. The C-130's name is "Hercules" and the word relates to the mythical Greek hero who was renowned for his great strength. Like Hercules the myth, the C-130 has become a legend in aviation.