It is now gearing up for a share of the “re-engine” project of a fleet of 76 B-52H Stratofortress bombers operated by the US Air Force. Dubbed “big, ugly and fat” by USAF personnel, these old warbirds, the newest of which was built in 1962, are poised to get new engines, radar and other upgrades, so as to stay in service till 2050.
SINGAPORE (Feb 28): An aircraft parts manufacturer with 90-year heritage is eyeing a contract to help keep a fleet of Cold War-era bombers aloft for the next 30 years. If so, the contract will be further addition to ST Engineering’s already record-high order book of $15.3 billion.
ST Engineering’s newly-acquired subsidiary in the US, Middle River Aerostructure Systems (MRAS) can trace its roots back to 1929. Throughout the years, the Maryland-based company has been building planes and aircraft parts for both US military and civilian customers.
