According to the GAO’s assessment of the CSAR-X contract award, the Air Force used “inconsistent” criteria when it evaluated the lifecycle costs presented by the three bidders—Boeing, Lockheed Martin-Agusta Westland, and Sikorsky. The contract has been on hold while the GAO conducted its review. The Air Force, which has 60 days to respond to the GAO’s recommendation, deferred questions until it has time to review the decision.
Air Force Picks a Prototype for Its New Aircrew Helmet
June 27, 2022
The Air Force has selected a prototype to develop as its new helmet for all fixed-wing aircrew, Air Combat Command announced, picking LIFT Airborne Technologies’ design. The new helmet, which still has to undergo additional research and testing before the Air Force confirms the design and offers a production contract,…