A New Era

摘要

The Coast Guard's aviation fleet is getting a boost from the Air Force, which is transferring 14 C-27Js over to a service clamoring for new assets amid budget constraints. 1. The Coast Guard estimates it can save up to $800 million from the transfer if it ends the HC-144A program. 2. The C-27J Asset Project Office stood up in June to formally begin the acquisition process. 3. According to one expert, the service has been eyeing the C-27J since the early days of its fleet recapitalization program.