
Boeing [BA] recently secured a $1.5 billion Army contract to refurbish another 117 AH-64 Apache attack helicopters to the most up-to-date E-model configuration.The deal is a continuation of an ongoing effort by the Army to upgrade 690 AH-64D Apache Longbows to AH-64Es. Also included are acquisition of Longbow crew training devices, logistical support and spare parts. Boeing now has 290 of the total number of aircraft slated for remanufacturing under contract.“The AH-64E Apache continues to meet the requirements of aviators, battlefield…