Marshall takes on South African Air Force C-130s, appoints US head
The first South African Air Force (SAAF) C-130 has arrived at Marshall Aerospace’s Cambridge maintenance facility as part of a contract to modify and service the C-130 fleet.
For the last 20 years, Marshall has been contracted to deliver a comprehensive multi-year upgrade programme for the SAAF in conjunction alongside Denel, a state-owned maintenance, repair and overhaul facility. The new contract will involve performing two crucial modifications and extensive servicing on the South African Air Force’s (SAAF) C-130 fleet, as well as supporting subsequent in-country modification work.
Under the new arrangement, Marshall will initially modify one aircraft, replacing the existing secondary flight display and implementing an automatic surveillance broadcast system to identify the aircraft.
Marshall will also perform depth maintenance, which will involve thorough inspections, repairs and rectification.
“We are delighted to have been asked to support the SAAF and Denel with our unique technical capability and platform know-how in order to extend the lifespan of these aircraft,” said Marshall Aerospace managing director Neil McManus.
Meanwhile Marshall has appointed aerospace and defence veteran Ken Loy to lead delivery of its US growth as president of Marshall USA.
Based at Marshall USA’s new aircraft maintenance and engineering facility in Greensboro, North Carolina, Loy is a graduate of the US Naval Test Pilot School, and an FAA-certified commercial pilot. He holds an MSc in Aviation Systems from the University of Tennessee and an MBA from Georgetown University.
Loy served in the US Marine Corps for 21 years and attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
He then joined Lockheed Martin, where he held multiple leadership roles focused on delivering technical solutions to key armed forces customers. More recent roles include CEO of Hensoldt Inc and president of KL Aero Group.
“Ken brings to the table an extraordinary combination of industry leadership, technical expertise and multinational business management acumen,” said Marshall Aerospace managing director Neil McManus.
“It’s a privilege to be part of this exciting American chapter in Marshall’s history,” said Ken.