Its armament includes Sidewinder missiles ... For ground support, another recent addition is the AC-130J Ghostrider, introduced in 2017. This aircraft is known as one of the most heavily armed ...

The AC-130J Ghostrider gunship is the newest version of the historic AC-130 aircraft, which dates back to the Vietnam War. Unlike C-130s, which are meant to carry cargo and troops, the AC-130 ...

Feeney explains why each item is integral for each flight. The AC-130J is retrofitted with a precision-weapons package and is able to aid in missions like close air support, air interdiction ...