Boeing plots C-130 break-in

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The Boeing Company in 2006 has worked out C-130 Total Life Extension (TLE) programme that would expand the service life of Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules airlifters by 30 years by solving problems related to avionics, wiring, structures and systems. A novel, patent-pending Centre Wing Box (CWB) solution, a complete avionics modifications and compliant with 21st century civil aviation standards are the prime features included in the C-130 Avionics Modernisation Program (AMP) which would give the C-130 owners a series of option for complete upgrade and modifications.

Guided Missiles, Space Vehicles, Parts, Aerospace industry, Boeing Co., BA, C-130 (Aircraft)

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USAF plans further upgrades for long-lived A-10C Thunderbolt II

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The article discusses plans of the U.S. Air Force (USAF) to upgrade the A-10C Thunderbolt II close air support aircraft after their successful deployment in Iraq.

United States, Strategy & planning, Facilities & equipment, Aircraft, Aircraft Manufacturing, Military Aircraft, Planning, Equipment and supplies, United States. Air Force, Military aspects, Company business planning

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