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Bell Completes MV-75 Cheyenne II Wing Structures

June 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Bell completes first two MV-75 Cheyenne II wing structures.
Wings will be integrated into first two test aircraft.
MV-75 to replace US Army's UH-60 Black Hawk fleet.
90% fewer labor hours than first V-22 wing.

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Strategic Implications

Bell's completion of the MV-75 wing structures may indicate significant progress in the FLRAA program, which could accelerate the replacement of the UH-60 Black Hawk fleet. The reduction in labor hours suggests a focus on affordability and production readiness, which may benefit the program's long-term viability and competitiveness.

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What Happened

Tiltrotor Manufacturer Advances FLRAA Program With Key Milestone

Bell has completed the assembly of the first two wing structures for the MV-75 Cheyenne II, a tiltrotor aircraft selected to replace a large share of the US Army’s UH-60 Black Hawk fleet. The wings will be integrated into the first two test aircraft, with the program advancing toward flight testing. Bell won the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program in December 2022 with an initial $1.3 billion development contract. The company has presented the program’s focus on affordability and production readiness as evidence of its commitment to delivering a cost-effective solution. This development was first reported by AeroTime.

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