The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a $2.3 billion contract award to purchase 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers, the aircraft manufacturer announced.
The deal increases current global orders for the aerial refuelers to 153 aircraft, Boeing said.
Air Force Orders 15 More KC-46A Pegasus Tankers
The $2.3 billion deal increases Boeing's current orders for the aerial refuelers to 153 aircraft.
Key Takeaways:
- The U.S. Air Force awarded Boeing a $2.3 billion contract for 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus tankers, bringing the total global orders to 153 aircraft.
- Beyond aerial refueling, the KC-46A is equipped with advanced connectivity, sensors, survivability systems, and tactical situational awareness capabilities.
- These features enable the KC-46A to link with various military assets and detect/defeat threats, allowing it to operate closer to contested airspace than previous tanker aircraft.
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