Boeing secures contract for six re-manufactured MH-47G Block II Chinook helicopters as a part of the US Army’s modernisation efforts.
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Press Release, Philadelphia, 11 December 2023: The US Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing a contract to produce six re-manufactured MH-47G Block II aircraft as a part of the Army’s modernisation efforts. With the deal valued at $271M, Boeing has 42 MH-47G aircraft under contract with USASOAC.
“The Chinook has been a key player in the Special Operations domain for many years. USASOAC and international allies have used the unique capabilities of the Chinook to complete the most daring missions around the globe,” said Heather McBryan, vice president and programme manager, cargo programmes. “With the modernised MH-47G, USASOAC soldiers are well-suited to meet today’s challenging environment.”
As Special Operations requirements have become increasingly complex, the heavy-lift helicopter has adapted to meet those changing needs. The MH-47G Block II programme not only supports the warfighters needs today but enables the Chinook to be battle-relevant well into the future.
“With the new and improved MH-47G Block II aircraft, USASOAC is not only receiving the most capable Chinook helicopter, they are also provided the flexibility to add additional upgrades as their needs evolve over time,” McBryan added.
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