28 September, 2018: Boeing in partnership with Saab has won a $9.2 billion contract for the US Air Force T-X pilot training programme. US Air Force pilots will soon train for combat with T-X jets and simulators from Boeing.
Boeing and Saab designed, developed, and flight tested two all-new, purpose-built jets proving out the system’s design, repeatability in manufacturing and training capability.
“The announcement is the culmination of years of unwavering focus by the Boeing and Saab team,” said Leanne Caret, president and CEO, Boeing Defence, Space & Security. “It is a direct result of our joint investment in developing a system centered on the unique requirements of the US Air Force.”
Håkan Buskhe, president and CEO of Saab said,“This selection allows our two companies to deliver on a commitment we jointly made nearly five years ago. It is a major accomplishment for our partnership with Boeing and our joint team, and I look forward to delivering the first trainer aircraft to the Air Force.”