The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a US$178 million contract to produce seven MH-139A aircraft and provide sustainment and training support, bringing the total number of aircraft under contract to 26.
“Building the Grey Wolf fleet and paving the way towards full-rate production is a critical step in supporting the Air Force’s modernisation priorities,” said Azeem Khan, the MH-139 programme director. “Delivering on these commitments and getting more capability into the hands of our customers is important to their mission protecting vital national assets.”
This award follows the inaugural flight of the first production aircraft in December 2023. With the initial production aircraft currently undergoing additional testing and others in various stages of production, Boeing remains on course to deliver the first LRIP aircraft to the Air Force this summer.
The MH-139A, a multi-mission helicopter designed for patrol, search and rescue, and troop and cargo transport, is based on the proven Leonardo helicopter AW139. Equipped with bespoke military technology by Boeing, the MH-139 boasts advanced state-of-the-art features enabling operators to swiftly, quietly, efficiently, and safely accomplish missions.
