Boeing [BA] Wednesday said it received an $85 million Performance Based Logistics (PBL) contract to continue support of Air Force F-15 mechanically scanned and Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars.
This PBL contract replaces three previous support contracts with one agreement.
PBL contracts require contractors to meet set levels of readiness making sure the customer’s required level of support is met ad that the aircraft, system or components are available when needed. This lowers life-cycle costs while increasing mission capability rates.
The AESA radar system can detect and track multiple targets in multiple directions while providing jamming functions. The pilot gains greater situational awareness and decreased workload with increased survivability, the company said in a statement.
“The Boeing Global Services and Support Team has years of experience in partnering with the U.S. Air Force to support the F-15 fleet, Julie Praiss, Boeing vice president, Tactical Aircraft & Weapons Support. “Now with this PBL agreement, government and industry are working together to provide the best- value sustainment solution for the warfighter and the taxpayer.”
The new contract will incorporate a Boeing Contractor Logistics Support team into the assigned Air Force wing. These logistics experts are considered active duty civilians, who can be deployed worldwide.
The Boeing team provides over and above support to ensure mission success, combat-ready aircraft and combat ready airmen, said Air Force Col. Brian Beers, who commands the 18th Maintenance Group.