Northrop Grumman delivers first modified E-6 B Mercury as part of the Integrated Modification and Maintenance Contract (IMMC) for the U.S. Navy. (Photo Credit: U.S. Navy)
Defence Blog: US Navy receives first upgraded E-6B ‘doomsday plane’
The U.S. Navy has received the first E-6B Mercury ‘doomsday plane’ upgraded under the Integrated Modification and Maintenance Contract (IMMC).
According to a press release from Northrop Grumman, the Corporation successfully delivered the first E-6B Mercury aircraft under the IMMC back to the Navy in record time.
“Five kits were successfully integrated onto the E-6B platform, implementing efficiencies and improving aircraft command, control and communications functions,” said in a news release.
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US Navy Has Received The First Upgraded E-6B Mercury ‘Doomsday Plane’
Northrop Grumman Delivers First Modified E-6B Mercury to US Navy — Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman delivers first upgraded E-6B Mercury to US Navy — Naval Today
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