Key Takeaways
- The US Army selected Bell, Boeing, and Sikorsky for a rotary-wing training contract.
- The program is worth up to $500 million.
- Training will cover 1,200 pilots annually starting in 2027.
- Final contract award expected in Q3 2026.
US Army Selects Bell, Boeing, Sikorsky for Pilot Training Contract
Three Defense Giants Advance in Half-Billion Dollar Rotary Wing Program
The US Army has selected three major defense contractors to compete for a new rotary-wing training program worth up to $500 million. Bell, Boeing, and Sikorsky will advance to the next phase of competition, Breaking Defense reports. The program aims to train 1,200 pilots annually beginning in 2027, representing a significant expansion of Army aviation training capacity. The final contract award is expected in Q3 2026, with the winning bidder taking over training operations from the current provider.
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