PHILADELPHIA, March 27, 2025 — The U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) has awarded Boeing a $240 million contract for the remanufacture of five MH-47G Block II Chinook helicopters. These upgraded aircraft are expected to be delivered starting in 2027.
“Supporting the needs of our special operators continues to be critically important,” noted Heather McBryan, vice president and program manager for Cargo Programs at Boeing Defense, Space & Security. “USASOAC has unique and complex mission requirements, so it’s vital we provide the enhanced capabilities of the MH-47G Block II as quickly as possible.”
This contract follows last year's procurement of four MH-47G Block II aircraft by USASOAC. With this new order, the U.S. Army's total number of MH-47G Block II Chinooks under contract rises to 51, with Boeing expecting to complete this fleet by early 2030.
The MH-47G Block II variant enhances the operational capabilities of USASOAC with features such as a reinforced airframe, redesigned fuel tanks, updated avionics, and a structure that allows for future cost-efficient upgrades. This positions the helicopter for a long service life.
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