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SELECTED PROGRAMS, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems continued
C-130 Avionics Modernization Program (AMP) The C-130 AMP modernizes, standardizes and
reduces total ownership costs for the U.S. Air
Force C-130 fleet. The new digital glass cockpit
and software results in a common core avionics
suite and gives the crew more situational aware-
ness and improved mission execution while simpli-
fying tasks and decreasing workload. The central
element of Boeing’s AMP configuration is
Communication, Navigation and Surveillance/Air
Traffic Management (CNS/ATM) compliance to
continue worldwide operations. Simplified fleet-
wide training and logistics and a reduced opera-
tional footprint allow a reduced crew size if
required. A flexible architecture was also designed
to accommodate future technology insertion(s).
C-17 Globemaster III The C-17 Globemaster III is the most advanced,
versatile airlifter ever produced. Capable of long-
range transport of equipment, supplies and troops
with a maximum payload of 74,818 kilograms
(164,900 pounds), the C-17 can operate from
short, austere—even dirt —runways close to the
front lines. As the world’s premier airlifter, the C-17
is being used extensively to support combat opera-
tions in Iraq and Afghanistan. C-17s also play an
integral role in global humanitarian relief efforts.
Through 2008, Boeing had delivered 182 of the
190 C-17s the U.S. Air Force currently had on order.
Early in 2009, Boeing was awarded a contract for
15 additional C-17s, bringing the total U.S. Air
Force C-17 program of record to 205 aircraft.
There are 14 C-17s in service internationally —the
Royal Air Force has six C-17s, the Royal Australian
Air Force has four, and Canadian Forces has four.
In July 2008, the government of Qatar became
the first Middle East customer to order C-17s,
with delivery in 2009. In October 2008, an inter -
national consortium of 10 NATO members—
joined by Partnership for Peace nations, Sweden
and Finland— announced the signing of a
Memorandum of Understanding to acquire three
Boeing C-17 Globemaster III long-range cargo
jets in 2009. Boeing also manages the C-17
Globemaster III Sustainment Partnership, through
which it is responsible for all C-17 sustainment
activities, including material management and
depot maintenance support.
2008 deliveries: 16
C-32A Executive Transport The C-32A is a Boeing 757-200 specially config-
ured for the U.S. Air Force to provide safe, reliable
worldwide airlift for the vice president, first lady
and members of the Cabinet and Congress. Four
C-32As currently are in service. Boeing recently
upgraded them with an advanced communica-
tions suite. The company also is installing winglets
and an auxiliary fuel system that will enhance the
aircraft’s range and performance.
C-40 Clipper
C-40A
C-40B
C-40C
The C-40A Military Transport is a modified 737-700C
providing airlift of cargo and passengers to U.S.
Navy fleet commanders. It can be configured as
an all-passenger, all-cargo or combination passen-
ger-cargo transport. The U.S. Naval Reserve con-
tracted for nine aircraft, and Boeing delivered the
last of these in May 2006. Boeing is currently
upgrading the fleet with winglets to improve per-
formance and range. The U.S. Navy contracted
for two more C-40As in December 2008, with
delivery scheduled in 2010.
The C-40B and C40C are modified Boeing Business
Jets (BBJ) that provide airlift for combatant com-
manders, senior government leaders and distin-
guished visitors worldwide. Both aircraft have
advanced communications systems allowing users
to send, receive and monitor real-time communi-
cations worldwide. Four C-40Bs are currently in
service with the U.S. Air Force. Boeing is enhanc-
ing these aircraft with a defensive system that
detects, tracks and defeats incoming infrared-
seeking missiles. The Air National Guard operates
three C-40Cs, all delivered by Boeing between 2002
and 2004, and the Air Force Reserve Command
took delivery of three aircraft during 2007.
CH/MH/HH-47 Chinook Boeing is modernizing the U.S. Army’s fleet of
CH/MH-47 Chinook helicopters. In 2008, Boeing
received a multiyear contract from the Army for
191 CH-47F Chinooks. The new CH-47F and
MH-47G feature a variety of improvements, includ-
ing an advanced common architecture cockpit.
Under the modernization program, Chinooks will
remain in Army service through 2035 and achieve
an unprecedented service life of more than 75
years. Boeing is offering a low-risk Chinook
derivative called HH-47 for the U.S. Air Force’s
Combat Search and Rescue helicopter competition.
Boeing also provides performance-based logistics
sustainment services to the United Kingdom’s
Chinook fleet. This program has in creased the fleet’s
flight hours more than 30 percent and reduced
depot turnaround time by more than 40 percent.
2008 deliveries: 12 new, 18 remanufactured & kits
Defense & Government Services (D&GS)
Intelligence, Surveillance &
Reconnaissance (ISR) Services
D&GS, launched to sustain and expand Boeing
business and better serve customers in the vast
services sector, began operations in 2008. Its
market includes services for infrastructure support,
aviation and logistics, information, support opera-
tions, managed networks and communications,
and a broad array of other technical services.
D&GS focuses on services growth with a competi-
tive cost structure, a key step in Boeing’s strategy
to win new, innovative opportunities that are
non -traditional (and, in some cases, not related to
aircraft platforms) for Boeing.
E-4B The E-4B Advanced Airborne Command Post
is used by the National Command Authority
as a survivable command post for control of
U.S. forces in all conflicts including nuclear war.
In addition to its primary mission, secondary
missions include VIP travel support and Federal
Emergency Management Agency support,
providing communications to relief efforts
following natural disasters. The U.S. Air Force
awarded Boeing a five-year contract to support
the E-4B in December 2005. The Boeing-led
industry team is focused on modernizing the
E-4B fleet of aircraft with major communication
upgrades (Mod Block 1) and providing contractor
logistics support to the fleet at Offutt Air Force
Base in Nebraska.