U.S. Marine Corps Readies New Aviation Modernization Plan
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Weapons and power upgrades are coming for the AH-1Z fleet, even as the Marines consider options for a long-term replacement.
Credit: Lance Cpl. Malik Lewis/U.S. Marine Corps
A new wave of investment in U.S. Marine Corps aviation has taken shape behind closed doors during the past 18 months, as the development of several new rotary-wing platforms and a new munition is set to move forward as part of the fiscal 2026 budget rollout next year. The short-term plans include...
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