Military · Monday, 27 July 2026
Bell Textron awarded $33.6 million for Marine Corps helicopter upgrades
Bell Textron has received a $33.6 million contract to provide structural and power improvements for the U.S. Marine Corps' AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom fleets.
TL;DR
The contract covers the procurement of Next-Generation Effects Phase III kits and associated hardware to enhance the performance of the H-1 helicopter fleet. These upgrades are critical for maintaining the operational readiness and combat effectiveness of the Marine Corps' primary rotary-wing assets.
Aviation Week27 Jul, 02:59 BST
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