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Future Vertical Lift Tops Army ‘Big 8’ Technology Investment Targets

Thursday, March 17th, 2016

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Future Vertical Lift Tops Army ‘Big 8’ Technology Investment Targets

SB1 Defiant Image: Boeing-Sikorsky

The Army has condensed its top modernization priorities into a concise list of eight investment areas where it can aim the modest available research and development funding. Topping the list is the ongoing Future Vertical Lift (FVL) program seeking a next-generation helicopter.“FVL is a critical capability for our Army in the future,” said Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, deputy chief of Training and Doctrine Command and director of the Army Capabilities Integration Center (ARCIC).“With FVL, I think we ought to make…

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