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U.K. Seeking $1 Billion FMS To Convert KC-135Rs Into RC-135V/W Rivet Joints

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Friday, October 10th, 2008

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The United Kingdom is looking to spend $1.06 billion to convert three U.S. Air Force KC-135R aircraft into RC-135V/W Rivet Joint aircraft, as well as associated equipment and services, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) reported. In addition to the conversion of the three aircraft, the U.K. is seeking to buy three APX-119 Identification Friend or Foe Systems, three LN-100GT Inertial Reference Units, five Joint Tactical Information Distribution System terminals, 18 ARC-210 Radios, and 28 ARC-210 Radio control heads, modification…

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