Most of the European nations have recently upgraded their fleet with the F-model configuration, Spain is the latest to join the fray.
Boeing recently delivered the first remanufactured CH-47 Chinook helicopter to Spanish Army. The remanufactured Chinook is the upgraded version of CH-47D model aircraft. This aircraft is the first of the 17 CH-46F model aircraft that will modernize the Spanish Chinook fleet.
The CH-47F features a digital automatic flight control system, common avionics architecture system and advanced cargo handling to meet the Spanish Army’s modernization needs for increased operational capacity, while ensuring interoperability with allied nations.
Heather McBryan, director of Business Development for Boeing Cargo Helicopters and Future Vertical Lift programs said, “We are pleased to celebrate this major milestone with the Spanish Army. The Chinook continues to exceed our customers’ expectations and the F-model will provide Spain with an advanced and reliable aircraft from delivery through sustainment.”
The Spanish modernization effort coincides with its European counterparts across the region. The Netherlands recently retired its last CH-47D Chinook in favor of the F-model configuration, while the United Kingdom purchased additional aircraft to upgrade its fleet.
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With more than 950 aircraft in service with 20 international operators, including eight NATO nations, the Chinook brings the right mix of current and future capabilities to meet customers’ needs, including a global supply base for around-the-clock part availability, immediate international interoperability and streamlined maintenance procedures.
