Triumph Selected To Support Boeing Vertical Lift Sustainment Depot Repair Program

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Triumph Group has signed a long-term repair and overhaul services agreement with Boeing to support engine driven pumps for the AH-64 Apache, enhancing the Vertical Lift Sustainment Depot Program for the U.S. Army. This partnership aims to improve operational readiness while reducing total ownership costs for the Apache fleet. The agreement extends through 2024, ensuring Triumph continues to leverage its engineering expertise and in-house maintenance capabilities to provide reliable aftermarket support. The deal reflects Triumph's commitment to lifecycle support for critical aerospace components.

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• Long-term agreement with Boeing strengthens operational support for AH-64 Apache.
• Agreement is expected to reduce total ownership costs for the U.S. Army.
• Triumph's in-house maintenance and engineering capabilities enhance reliability.

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BERWYN, Pa., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Triumph Group [NYSE: TGI] announced that it has signed a repair and overhaul services agreement with Boeing for engine driven pumps on the AH-64 Apache. The long-term agreement supports the Boeing Vertical Lift Sustainment (VLS) Depot Program, which provides the U.S. Army with lifecycle support of the Apache combat helicopter.

"As the supplier of the Apache engine driven pump, Triumph's participation in the VLS Depot Repair Program helps improve operational readiness of the fleet while also reducing total ownership cost," said Scott Ledbetter, President of Triumph Actuation Products & Services operating company. "Triumph is a natural choice for customers who seek world class engineering expertise combined with in-house maintenance and repair capabilities. This agreement reflects a long-term commitment to our customer, and we are pleased that Boeing recognizes the continued value we can provide throughout the product lifecycle."

The engine driven pumps that were designed and manufactured by Triumph supply hydraulic power to critical flight controls and utility functions on the aircraft. Triumph's in-house MRO business works hand-in-hand with the engineers who designed the pumps, providing the most reliable and cost-effective aftermarket support. The contract extends through 2024.

Triumph Group, Inc., headquartered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania, designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs and overhauls a broad portfolio of aerospace and defense systems, components and structures. The company serves the global aviation industry, including original equipment manufacturers and the full spectrum of military and commercial aircraft operators.

More information about Triumph can be found on the company's website at www.triumphgroup.com.

 

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FAQ

What is Triumph Group's agreement with Boeing about?

Triumph Group's agreement with Boeing is for repair and overhaul services for engine driven pumps used in the AH-64 Apache, enhancing lifecycle support for the U.S. Army.

How long does the Triumph and Boeing agreement last?

The agreement between Triumph Group and Boeing extends through 2024.

What benefits does the Triumph and Boeing agreement provide?

The agreement aims to improve operational readiness of the Apache fleet and reduce total ownership costs.

What role does Triumph Group play in the AH-64 Apache program?

Triumph Group supplies engine driven pumps that provide hydraulic power to the Apache's critical systems.