Summary and Key Points: The AC-130 "Spectre" gunship, also known as "Spooky," is a heavily armed aircraft born out of necessity during the Vietnam War to provide close-air support (CAS) in dense ...

The Air Force’s complete inventory of eight AC-130H Spectre gunships are on active duty. These heavily armed aircraft feature side-firing weapons integrated with sophisticated sensor, navigation ...

An AC-130 Spectre gunship fires flares over the play area at the Capex (Capabilities Exercise) June 3, 2011, Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. (Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom) ...

The AC-130 “Spectre” gunship (also known as “Spooky”) is less of an airplane and more of a flying battleship. Heavily armored and armed to the hilt, this souped-up C-130 Hercules transport ...

On Jan. 16, the 16th Special Operations Squadron conducted its final mission with the AC-130H gunship at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. To celebrate the retirement of the Spectre, whose ...

The AC-130 Spectre Gunship Still Plays a Critical Role in America’s Close Air Support Capability. It is large, slow and vulnerable to air defense systems including increasingly effective man ...

The AC-130 Spectre gunship showcases its capabilities in close air support, dominating the night skies. Business Insider Subscribe Newsletters ...

Does a slow, Vietnam-era gunship have a place on the modern battlefield? Can you upgrade the old warhorse into a 21st century charger? Pimp My Gunship - 1: Get Smart | Military.com ...