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First new-build Boeing MH-47G arrives at U.S. Army Special Ops

Boeing Press Release | October 1, 2014

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Boeing has carried out the initial flight and handed over the first new-build MH-47G Chinook to the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command. Boeing Photo

Boeing has completed initial flight and delivery of the first, new-build MH-47G configured Chinook helicopter to the U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command. The handover took place on Sept. 29.

“It is an honor to be trusted to design, produce and deliver this advanced capability for the Army Special Operations customer,” said Steve Parker, vice president of cargo helicopters and H-47 program manager. “The advanced technology inherent in the new-build MH-47G ensures that the users and operators will have the superior mission capability that they require. This delivery also begins a new chapter that will carry the Chinook forward for many more decades and is the latest demonstration of Boeing and the wider Team Chinook’s commitment to delivering upon promises made.”

The new build MH-47G configuration incorporates a number of production improvements to include the digital advanced flight control system, more robust, improved monolithic machined-frames, and improved air transportability. The entire program, valued at approximately $300 million, calls for eight aircraft deliveries through 2015.

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