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world24 days ago•6 min saved

KC-46 Mishap Halts Morón Runway, Disrupting US European Airlift

An engine-failure and aborted takeoff of a KC-46A Pegasus at Morón Air Base in Spain prompted a partial shutdown of the base’s runways, temporarily hindering U.S. transatlantic and eastbound operations as the U.S. builds forces in the region amid tensions with Iran. Initial NOTAMs listed closures through Feb. 6, affecting several aircraft, but an update on Feb. 4 said the KC-46 had been moved to a taxiway and the runway reopened with limitations; Taxiway Alpha remains closed and a NOTAM through April 30 is in effect.

via The War Zone|

#iran-tensions #kc-46a #logistics-hub

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Boeing Defense Chief Prepares for Q2 Losses.

Boeing's Defense, Space and Security sector is anticipating a loss in the second quarter of 2023, similar to the previous quarter, due to fixed-price contracts. The company's CEO, Ted Colbert, did not specify which programs could cause the losses or when the KC-46A deliveries would resume. The company has a commitment to deliver 15 Pegasus tankers this year. The delayed deliveries could lead to further charges, but Colbert stated that the company would follow the contract with its customer. The Pentagon is considering changes to the fixed-price contracting model for complex programs.

via Breaking Defense|

#boeing #business #contracts

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Boeing's Q1 results mixed as it boosts 737 Max production despite manufacturing issues.

Boeing's defense sector reported a $211 million loss in Q1 2023 due to a new $245 million charge on the KC-46A Pegasus tanker, bringing the total charges on the tanker to over $7 billion. The charge is linked to supplier quality issues with the 767's center fuel tanks. Despite the loss, Boeing's revenue increased by 28% to over $17.9 billion compared to Q1 2022, driven by booming demand for air travel and greater defense orders. Supply chain woes and design issues on platforms like the T-7A and KC-46A have contributed to Boeing's losses on its fixed-price contracts.

via Breaking Defense|

#boeing #business #defense-sector