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Aviation·MH-47G Chinook

Boeing Upgrades Special Ops Chinooks

3 sources · first reported Yesterday

via RealClearDefense

The U.S. Special Operations Command has awarded Boeing a contract to upgrade its MH-47G Chinook helicopters with a new flight-control system. The contract is worth $55.4 million. The upgrade aims to equip the helicopters with a safer flight control system.

Why it matters

The upgrade enhances the safety and capabilities of the US Special Operations Command's Chinook helicopters, which are critical for special operations missions. This modernization effort reflects the ongoing focus on improving the technological capabilities of US military aircraft.

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