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Mon, Sep 26, 2016

Contract For F-35 Pilot Masks Valued At $82.4 Million

Gentex Will Provide Chemical And Biological Protection Systems For Pilots

The Army Contracting Command has awarded a contract valued at $82.4 million to Gentex for F-35 masks and life support systems.

The cost-plus-incentive-fee contract is for Joint Service Aircrew Masks for the Joint Strike Fighter, and life support system and pilot flight equipment to provide combined chemical/biological protection to pilots during flight.

Bids were solicited via the Internet with one received.

Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of Sept. 2, 2026.

(Source: Gentex news release. Image from file)

FMI: www.gentex.com

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