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Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration

US Navy contract to integrate Blackbeard onto the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.

A $105M US Navy contract to integrate Blackbeard onto the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, covering system safety/certification testing, flight testing, and carrier-operations activities, targeting early operational capability in 2027.

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Agency
U.S. Navy
Award ID
Ceiling value
$105M
Vehicle
Direct award
Awarded
2026-04-24
Period of performance ends

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Frequently asked

What is the Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration contract?
A $105M US Navy contract to integrate Blackbeard onto the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, covering system safety/certification testing, flight testing, and carrier-operations activities, targeting early operational capability in 2027.
Which agency awarded the Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration contract?
The Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration contract was awarded by U.S. Navy under a Direct award vehicle.
How much is the Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration contract worth?
The Blackbeard F/A-18E/F Super Hornet Integration contract has a value of $105M, awarded on 2026-04-24.

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    $105M US Navy contract for integration of Blackbeard onto the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet; system safety/certification and flight testing; target early operational capability 2027

    Castelion: Castelion Awarded $105M US Navy Contract
    Verified2026-04-24
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    Corroborating coverage of the $105M Navy/F-18 integration award

    The Defense Post: US Navy, Castelion sign $105M hypersonic missile deal
    Verified2026-04-27