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Acquisition·F/A-XX

US Navy Hopes F/A-XX Award Soon

8 sources · first reported 2d ago

The US Navy is awaiting the award of the F/A-XX contract, with a deadline of August nearing.

Why it matters

The F/A-XX program is a significant acquisition for the US Navy, replacing the F/A-18 fleet.

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