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Air Force Awards Boeing $2.8 Billion For KC-46 Tanker Initial Production

Air Force Awards Boeing $2.8 Billion For KC-46 Tanker Initial Production
A KC-46 refuels an A-10 during testing. Photo: Air Force.

The Air Force on Thursday awarded Boeing [BA] a $2.8 billion contract for KC-46 tanker low-rate initial production (LRIP), according to a company statement.The award includes the first two production lots of seven and 12 aircraft, respectively, as well as spare parts. Including future options, Boeing plans to build a total of 179 of the 767-based refueling aircraft. The Air Force will use the KC-46 to replace its fleet of KC-135 tankers.The Air Force recently had its Milestone C decision…

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