The US Air Force 774th Enterprise Sourcing Squadron has awarded Houston-based KBR a $156.7 million contract to support technical assessment and enhancements of the US Army’s UH-60V Black Hawk utility helicopter fleet.
The five-year agreement is part of a multiple-award vehicle contract granted by the US Department of Defence Information Analysis Center.
KBR’s expertise in technical solutions enables them to offer support to military organizations in maintaining and enhancing the operational readiness of their fleets. This support can encompass a wide range of activities, including aircraft maintenance, component repairs, supply chain management, training support, and other technical services required to keep the Black Hawk fleet operational and mission-ready.
It’s worth noting that defense contracts and partnerships can evolve over time, and specific details of KBR’s support to the US Army Black Hawk fleet may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information on KBR’s involvement in supporting the Black Hawk fleet, it is recommended to refer to official announcements from KBR, the US Army, or reputable defense industry sources. These sources can provide specific details on the nature and extent of KBR’s technical solutions and support services for the Black Hawk helicopter fleet.
Under the order, KBR will work with Northrop Grumman to develop technical solutions for the US Army Utility Helicopter Project Office “to increase availability, improve reliability, and reduce the support costs for the UH-60V.”
Furthermore, KBR will provide solutions for validation, prototyping, logistics, program management, testing, upgrades, and life cycle analyses.
Work for the program will be conducted at KBR facilities and partner sites in Huntsville, Alabama.
“KBR is excited to support PEO aviation as they advance Black Hawk technology to better support the U.S. military with this critical asset,” KBR President and CEO Stuart Bradie said.
“KBR and Northrop Grumman bring the experience and expertise to deliver solutions to maintain Army aviation technological superiority and reduce costs.”
The UH-60V Black Hawk helicopter was developed to replace the US Army’s aging UH-60A and UH-60L fleet.
According to KBR, planned modernizations for the UH-60V will focus on the chopper’s fuel system, avionics architecture, and electrical system, drive train, airframe, and latest rotor system.
The new model features several updates over its predecessors, including a digital glass cockpit, advanced flight planning and mission equipment, and a certified GPS area navigation system database.
