The US Air Force, alongside Sierra Nevada Corporation, has commenced testing of the E-4C Survivable Airborne Operations Center, which is designed to ensure command and control capabilities during emergencies. This next-generation aircraft, based on a modified Boeing 747-8, aims to replace the outdated E-4B Nightwatch fleet with superior technology and capabilities. Testing will continue through 2026, with full operational deployment expected by the mid-2030s.
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Lockheed Martin has secured a $56.4 million contract from the US Air Force to enhance the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber’s electronic countermeasure receivers. The project, set to conclude in 2031, addresses advancements in air defense technologies. Lockheed Martin’s experience in electronic warfare bolstered its selection for this critical contract, ensuring the B-2’s continued strategic value until the B-21 Raider is operational.