Haltonapp,
Just curious about your observation on the noise of Albert, as I understood that the new (J Model) was a quieter beast altogether. Could it be that you are experiencing the high use of what's left of the K's in an attempt to get full value for money?
New C-130J model to reduce KMC flying noise
This suggests that the J is certainly quieter than the E ( of which I believe the K is a derivative). Just a thought that your noise problem may abate after 8 November. Personally, the K is my favourite sounding version of the mighty Albert.
Smudge
