Sikorsky Receives Five-Year Marine Corps Contract

The US Marine Corps has signed a nearly $11 billion contract with Sikorsky for the delivery of up to 99 CH-53K King Stallions over the next five years, marking the highest quantity order for the helicopter to date. The service has already received 20 CH-53Ks and is awaiting 63 more on top of the new deal.

Studying Jacksonville, San Antonio For 2027 Move

Boeing announced it has begun the process of relocating its Service Life Modification work on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet away from the St. Louis area, with operations there scheduled to sunset in 2027. The move was anticipated and is part of Boeing’s expansion and transition plans in support of future programs in the Gateway City.

Advanced Production Line Up, Targeting 2028 First Flight

Boeing announced that its Phantom Works has commenced the building of the F-47 sixth generation fighter as its advanced composites and coatings plant is up and running.

Two 737 Passenger Jets Will Be Converted into E-7A Wedgetail Prototypes in the UK

In an attempt to save the aircraft from proposed budget cuts, Congress has turned to the UK for the conversion of two passenger jets into advanced E-7A Wedgetail prototypes. The deal marks the first time in more than 50 years that US military aircraft work will be performed on British soil.

Six Decades of Service Remembered in Decommissioning Ceremony

The Indian Air Force has finally said goodbye to its MiG-21s, which entered service more than 60 years ago and have most recently been seen as “flying coffins” rather than fighters. The decommissioning ceremony formally retired the last 36 jets operated by MiG-21 squadrons 23, the Panthers, and 3, the Cobras.