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Article: Northrop Grumman KC-45 Tanker Boom Successfully Completes In-flight Contact With AWACS Aircraft.
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- PR Newswire
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- July 22, 2008
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Multiple contacts of the NATO-force Airborne Warning and Control System Aircraft demonstrate the continued maturing and readiness of the KC-45 Boom
WASHINGTON, July 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The advanced Aerial Refueling Boom System (ARBS) for Northrop Grumman Corporation's KC-45 Tanker has performed multiple aerial contacts with an operational Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft, confirming its ability to support large aircraft in U.S., NATO, and allied air forces.
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The test mission fulfilled several key flight and program milestones for the KC-45's ...