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November 15, 2023 | International, Aerospace

Pratt wins engine-work contract to keep aging B-52, AWACS flying

With the Air Force planning to retire the AWACS and replace the B-52's current engines, the contract could last for the remainder of the TF33's life.

https://www.defensenews.com/air/2023/11/15/pratt-wins-engine-work-contract-to-keep-aging-b-52-awacs-flying/

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