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DEFENCE

Boeing completes early “Our success in meeting the accelerated
timeline is proof our service life modifi-
delivery of F/A-18 Block III cation game plan is working. Thanks to
our years of learning on the program and
our partnership with the Navy, the F/A-
upgrades 18 Super Hornet remains at the forefront
of defense technology with renewed
years of service to support the fleet.”
In collaboration with the Navy, Boeing
Boeing completes early upgrades of F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets has enhanced productivity to com-
for the U.S. Navy, enhancing defense capabilities through efficient plete Block III upgrades ahead of the
partnership-driven advancements. 15-month contractual requirement.
Boeing facilitated this achievement
oeing has successfully completed by establishing a baseline for Block II
Bthe upgrade and life extension of F/A-18 conditions upon receipt and by
the initial two service life modification the Navy’s proactive preparation of jets.
(SLM) F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets. Additionally , These measures ensured
Boeing delivered them to the U.S. Navy efficient progress and readiness for
ahead of schedule: one month early Block III upgrades. Furthermore, infor-
from St. Louis and two months early mation and best practices were shared
from San Antonio. The upgraded aircraft across multiple SLM sites to improve
now match the capabilities of Super build assembly line. efficiency, workload management, and
Hornets produced on Boeing’s new- Faye Dixon, Boeing SLM director, said, resource allocation

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