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Navy Awards Bell Boeing $91M Contract for V-22 Upgrades

October 18, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Bell Boeing awarded $90.8M contract for V-22 Osprey upgrades.
Upgrades include new flight control computers and cybersecurity improvements.
Work to be performed in Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Texas.
Contract expected to be completed by October 2030.

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Strategic Implications

This contract award may indicate the Navy's prioritization of critical system upgrades for the V-22 Osprey, which could enhance the aircraft's performance and extend its service life. The investment suggests a focus on addressing aging components and cybersecurity requirements, which may set a precedent for future military aviation modernization efforts.

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What Happened

Critical Osprey Flight Control System Redesign Underway

The US Navy has awarded Bell Boeing a $90.8 million contract for critical upgrades to the V-22 Osprey’s Flight Control System. The redesign effort aims to address aging electronic components, cybersecurity requirements, and diminishing manufacturing sources, ensuring the aircraft’s continued serviceability. Work will be performed in multiple locations, including Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Texas, with an expected completion date of October 2030. This contract was awarded by the Naval Air Systems Command, as reported by ClearanceJobs.

Source | Originally Published: October 17, 2026

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