The US Air Force has awarded Lockheed Martin/Boeing and Pratt & Whitney contracts to build the first two production F-22 Raptor fighters. Lockheed Martin/Boeing has received a total of $504 million to build the two so-called Production Representative Test Vehicles to be used for operational flight testing. Nearly $190 million was awarded for advanced procurement items for six additional F-22s. Pratt & Whitney won $93 million for six F119 engines.
Source: Flight International
Stockholm’s selection of a new-generation tactical airlifter will be a “political decision”, says Swedish air force chief Major General Jonas Wikman.
The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
Athens signed a long-sought letter of offer and acceptance with airframer Lockheed Martin covering 20 F-35 stealth fighters, with options for a further 20 jets.
