Sikorsky soon may grasp $3 Billion CH-53K contract

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Sikorsky Aircraft, a unit of United Technologies Corp., is likely to take over a $3 billion sole-source contract for about 160 CH-53K (Kilo) helicopters. It is reported that the program involves a total 161 helicopters, with 156 operational aircraft among them, and a ground-test version and four engineering development models, and after the prime contract award to Sikorsky, contracts would be awarded to major systems suppliers and sub-suppliers.

National Security, US Marine Corps, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., United States. Marine Corps, Military transport helicopters

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The Boeing KC-767 tanker is seen as the only smart choice

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The Airbus A330 has a wingspan of 198 feet that is 30 percent bigger than the 156-foot span of Boeing's 767. It needs stronger runways to support its weight and burns a ton more fuel per hour of flight than its Boeing rival.

A330 (Aircraft), Boeing Aerospace Co.

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