Tag: aircraft acquisition
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US Navy Expands 'Doomsday Plane' Fleet with New E-130Js
The US Navy is set to nearly double its "Doomsday Plane" fleet with the acquisition of 31 new E-130J Phoenix II aircraft, designed to carry the critical Take Charge And Move Out (TACAMO) mission. This massive expansion will significantly enhance the Navy's airborne command and control capabilities.
Navy Revives P-8A Aircraft Buys Amid Modernization Push
The Navy is revving up its modernization efforts with a big-ticket buy: 12 new P-8A Poseidon aircraft, valued at just over $4.2 billion, set to resume production after a two-year pause. This move is part of the Navy's FY27 budget pitch, aimed at bolstering its fleet with cutting-edge tech.