Boeing secures $324 million army contract for six CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters

Boeing has been awarded a $324 million contract by the US Army for six CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters, increasing the total number of Block II aircraft under contract to 24. The Lot 6 agreement supports the Army's Rapid Fielding strategy, with deliveries enabling a 4,000-pound increase in maximum gross weight and extended mission radius.

Boeing has been awarded a $324 million contract by the US Army for six CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters, according to an official announcement. The Lot 6 agreement builds on the Army's acquisition strategy to get critical equipment to warfighters sooner and increases the total number of CH-47F Block II aircraft under contract to 24. The contract follows two other awards last year, including the first contract as part of the Army's Rapid Fielding decision.

Boeing is a global aerospace company and leading US exporter, developing commercial airplanes, defence products, and space systems. The CH-47F Block II features a strengthened drivetrain and airframe adding 4,000 pounds to maximum gross weight for significantly greater lift capability, innovative fuel-system changes extending mission radius for nearly all payloads, and improved sustainment for affordable future upgrades. Boeing has delivered six CH-47F Block II production helicopters to the Army, which is preparing to field the first unit equipped no later than mid-CY28.

This development matters for the defence logistics sector, where heavy-lift helicopter capability is critical for resupply and force protection in austere and contested environments. The Block II Chinook provides commanders greater operational reach, faster resupply, and enhanced protection.

For the aerospace industry, consistent production awards reflect the Army's confidence in the platform. Stakeholders including military logistics units, maintenance providers, and component suppliers stand to benefit from sustained production. The strengthened drivetrain and fuel system upgrades also reduce lifecycle costs and enable future upgrades.