DODOtherDefense & SecurityDecember 6, 2021

CH-53K FRP LOT 7 LONG LEAD ITEMS

$3,422,749,299

AI Summary

This $3.4 billion contract funds long lead items and production for the CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter, the Marine Corps' newest and most powerful transport helicopter. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation in Connecticut is building the aircraft, which can carry more than 27,000 pounds of cargo.

Key Points

  1. 01Funds production of CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopters (FRP Lot 7)
  2. 02Awarded to Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation in Connecticut
  3. 03Contract valued at approximately $3.4 billion, running through 2027
  4. 04The CH-53K is the Marine Corps' primary heavy-lift helicopter
  5. 05Replaces the aging CH-53E Super Stallion fleet

Award Details

Start Date

Dec 6, 2021

End Date

Dec 31, 2027

Category

Defense & Security

State

CT

Award Type

Other

Quick Summary

Amount
$3.4B
Agency
Department of Defense
Recipient
SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATION
Type
Other

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