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Boeing enhances CH-47F Block II Viva Kelly, U.S. Army Cargo Helicopters
acting project manager, said, “As the
for Army modernization Army’s Heavy Lift platform of tomorrow,
the CH-47F Block II provides increased
capability while continuing support
Boeing delivers CH-47F Block II Chinook enhances lift capacity and of the Army’s requirement to remain
operational efficiency for U.S. Army missions. strategically responsive across the full
spectrum of operations.”
oeing has delivered the first CH- said, “The CH-47F Block II provides Boeing, a prominent aerospace firm
B47F Block II Chinook as part of on- capability improvements allowing the on the global stage, engages in the
going U.S. Army modernization efforts. U.S. Army to lift more, fly farther and development, manufacturing, and
The new configuration incorporates maintain their aircraft better than ever servicing of commercial airplanes,
enhancements to the drivetrain, air- before. This modernization program defense products, and space systems
frame reinforcement, and fuel system. enables the battle-tested Chinook to across over 150 countries. Boeing,
As a result, it enables an increased play a key role in multi-domain opera- recognized as a leading U.S. exporter,
maximum gross weight of 4,000 tions going forward.” leverages a diverse global supplier
pounds and extends the mission radius Furthermore, Boeing’s Block II pro- network to foster economic growth,
for various payloads. These upgrades gram enhances aircraft sustainment. sustainability, and community wel-
position the aircraft for long-term Additionally, the upgraded rotor system fare. Moreover, the company’s diverse
modernization and sustainment, while enhances reliability, minimizing un- workforce is committed to pioneering
also accommodating future technol- scheduled maintenance. Additionally, innovations while prioritizing sus-
ogy advancements. the simplified fuel system improves ef- tainability and upholding a corporate
Heather McBryan, vice president and ficiency, reducing maintenance burden culture rooted in core values of safety,
program manager, Cargo Programs, and overall costs. quality, and integrity

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