GE Wins F/A-18 Engine Parts Deal
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GE has been awarded two deals, one worth up to $2.9 billion to supply F414 engine parts for the F/A-18, and another for a hypersonic test vehicle. The hypersonic test vehicle is for the Defense Innovation Unit. These contracts highlight GE's involvement in both traditional military engine production and cutting-edge hypersonic technology development.
Why it matters
The awards signify the ongoing importance of the F/A-18 program and the growing focus on hypersonic technology within the Defense Department, indicating significant investments in both current and future defense capabilities.
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