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The Department of Navy awarded a $23.8M modification to a contract for F/A-18 aircraft service life modifications, including procurement of Distributed Targeting Processor-Networked kits and cybersecurity support. This contract supports Navy fleet readiness and sustains the F/A-18 platform through 2028.
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This contract modification signals continued government commitment to maintaining and upgrading existing fighter aircraft, which benefits the defense manufacturing ecosystem. Companies involved in avionics, cybersecurity, and aircraft sustainment may see indirect benefits, but no specific tickers can be assigned based on the available information.
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The contract modification, awarded to The Boeing Co., exercises options for 64 DTP-N A-Kits and 32 DTP-N B-Kits for F/A-18 aircraft, along with cybersecurity and obsolescence support. Work will be performed in Florida and Missouri, with completion expected by January 2028. Funding comes from fiscal 2027 Navy aircraft procurement funds. This contract is part of the Navy's ongoing efforts to extend the service life and enhance the capabilities of the F/A-18 fleet. While the recipient is not publicly traded in this context, the contract underscores sustained investment in legacy fighter platforms. The defense sector continues to benefit from multi-year procurement programs, and this modification adds to the backlog of work for the defense industrial base. No directly related legislation or presidential actions were identified for this specific award.
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Recipient
The Boeing Co.
Award Amount
$23,805,339
Awarding Agency
Department of Defense
Sub-Agency
NAVY
Contract Type
DoD Contract Announcement
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