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September 18, 2017

Boeing: MH-139 Helicopter Could Save Air Force More Than $1 Billion

Proposed Aircraft For Huey Replacement Program

The Boeing proposal for its MH-139 helicopter to replace the U.S. Air Force’s aging Huey fleet could save more than $1 billion in acquisition costs and lifecycle expenses, according to the company.

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Gulfstream G550 Selected By L3 As EC-130H Compass Call Replacement

USAF Contract Terms Allow Avionics Company To Choose The Platform

The USAF has awarded a contract to L3 to develop a new airborne jamming aircraft based on the G550 business Jet. The new airplanes will replace the aging fleet of EC-130H Compass Call aircraft and could also be produced for other services.

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Raytheon Projector Selected For New F-22 Digital Head-Up Display By BAE Systems

Modular Design Reduces Lifecycle Costs, Increases Reliability

Raytheon will design, develop and manufacture the projector for BAE Systems' Digital Light Engine head-up display on the F-22 Raptor. The digital HUD upgrade will integrate seamlessly into the F-22's existing HUD space and enhance the pilot's situational awareness in the cockpit.

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AF Awards Contract To Begin Designing Next Air Force One Aircraft

Includes Design To Incorporate Equipment Specific To The VIP Airplane

The Air Force has awarded a contract modification for just under $600 million to Boeing for preliminary design efforts for the next presidential aircraft.

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