The U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a contract to produce six remanufactured MH-47G Block II aircraft as a part of the Army’s modernization efforts. With the deal valued at $271M, Boeing has 42 MH-47G aircraft under contract with USASOAC. “The Chinook has been …
Read More »Boeing to Showcase New Products and Demonstrate Commitment to Egypt at EDEX 2023
Boeing will showcase its advanced range of defense technologies, products and service capabilities at this year’s Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX 2023). Held under the patronage of His Excellency, President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, The President of The Arab Republic of Egypt and The Supreme Commander of the Egyptian Armed Forces, …
Read More »Boeing Awarded $2.3 Billion for Additional U.S. Air Force KC-46A Tankers
Boeing will build an additional 15 KC-46A Pegasus tankers under a Lot 10 contract awarded by the U.S. Air Force valued at $2.3 billion. One hundred fifty-three KC-46A multi-mission aerial refuelers are now on contract globally, providing advanced capability advantages for the joint force and allies. “We appreciate our partnership …
Read More »Boeing Shifts Toward Production of MH-139A Grey Wolf
Boeing continues to transition towards low rate initial production of the MH-139A Grey Wolf after completing the program’s Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) phase, delivering the sixth and final test aircraft to the U.S. Air Force last month. “Delivering all of the RDT&E aircraft to the Air Force enables …
Read More »EDGE to Supply Metallic Machined Parts to Boeing
EPI, the cornerstone of precision engineering in the UAE’s aerospace, oil & gas, and defence industries, today announced their contract to supply multiple hard metal parts on Boeing’s 777, 777X, and 787 commercial aircraft. The announcement was made during the ongoing Dubai Airshow, extending until 17 November at the Dubai World Central. As …
Read More »First Boeing T-7A Red Hawk Arrives at Edwards Air Force Base to Begin U.S. Air Force Flight Testing
The first Boeing T-7A Red Hawk advanced trainer for the U.S. Air Force has completed its 1,400-mile cross-country flight to Edwards Air Force Base in California to begin its next phase of flight testing. The aircraft, known as APT-2, is the first production representative jet off the assembly line and …
Read More »AH-64 APACHE: THE WORLD’S MOST CAPABLE, COMBAT-PROVEN ATTACK HELICOPTER
For over four decades, the AH-64 Apache has served as the world’s most versatile, lethal and survivable attack helicopter. From its introduction as the AH-64A in 1984 to today’s AH-64E Version 6, or v6, the Apache has been the most in-demand attack helicopter across the world because of its reputation, …
Read More »Boeing and Ferra Expand Precision Aerial Munition Partnership
Boeing and Australia industry partner Ferra Engineering signed a Memorandum of Understanding to continue production of Joint Direct Attack Munition Extended Range (JDAM ER) wing kits. The agreement also includes the intent to explore applications for Powered JDAM — a long-range, low-cost and mass-producible JDAM derivative capable of travelling upwards …
Read More »Boeing, Nammo Ramjet 155 Test Sets Distance Record
A Boeing and Nammo team set a record for longest indirect fire test of a ramjet-powered artillery projectile alongside officials from the U.S. Army — firing a Ramjet 155 munition from a 58-caliber Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) at Yuma Proving Ground, Ariz. The test advances development efforts for the …
Read More »Boeing Donates $300,000 to Assist Moroccan Earthquake Relief Efforts
Boeing announced a $300,000 donation (equivalent to 3,000,000 MAD) from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with Moroccan earthquake recovery and relief efforts. The company also pledged to match dollar-for-dollar monetary donations from Boeing employees who contribute to the cause, extending the reach of assistance provided to the Moroccan people. “Amidst the …
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