BA News & Events

Boeing was awarded a firm-fixed-price contract for procurement of six CH-47F Block II remanufactured cargo helicopters. The amount of this action is $326.05M. Bids were solicited via the internet with one received. Work locations and funding will be determined with each order, with an estimated completion date of August 31, 2031. Army Contracting Command is the contracting activity.

United Airlines (UAL) announced the next phase of its long-term plan to win brand loyal customers and further differentiate itself from competitors. The airline expects to take delivery of more than 250 new aircraft by April 2028 - the most by any airline in a two-year period - to further modernize its fleet, add new aircraft variants, create a new experience for transcontinental travelers and introduce new onboard products for every customer, reinforcing United's position as a leading premium airline. New airplanes joining United's fleet between now and April of 2028 include: 47 Boeing (BA) 787-9 Dreamliners with the Elevated interior; 33 will be configured with additional premium seats; 40 Airbus (EADSY) A321neo Coastliners out of 50 total on order; 28 Airbus A321XLR out of 50 total on order; 119 Boeing 737 MAX; 18 Airbus A321neos.