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Curtiss-Wright wins Boeing C-17 Globemaster III upgrade contract

Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Feb 09, 2026 · Last updated Feb 09, 2026

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Market Impact

The market is positively impacted by Curtiss-Wright's significant contract win, which is expected to boost its stock performance and strengthen its position in the aerospace and defense sectors. For Boeing, this collaboration ensures the successful execution of a key military modernization program, maintaining its role as a leading defense contractor.

Aerospace Defense

Event Summary

Curtiss-Wright has been selected by The Boeing Company to provide mission computer technology for the U.S. Air Force's Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Flight Deck Obsolescence and Technology Refresh program. This contract, valued at over $400 million, aims to extend the operational life and capability of the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, a critical strategic airlift platform. Curtiss-Wright will supply Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-aligned mission computers, enhancing computing performance and technology insertion for the C-17 fleet. This initiative supports the United States===United States Air Force and its allied partners, ensuring the aircraft's readiness and performance for decades to come. Lynn M. Bamford, CEO of Curtiss-Wright, emphasized the importance of this collaboration for military fleet modernization.

Key Actions

100 Curtiss-Wright selected to provide mission computer technology Boeing

95 Curtiss-Wright secured a contract valued over $400 million

90 Boeing selected Curtiss-Wright for C-17 upgrade program Curtiss-Wright

70 United States===United States Air Force initiates Boeing C-17 Globemaster III modernization program

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Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright has been selected by The Boeing Company to provide mission computer technology for the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Flight Deck Obsolescence and Technology Refresh program, securing a contract with an estimated lifetime value exceeding $400 million. This contract strengthens Curtiss-Wright's position in the aerospace and defense markets and is expected to contribute positively to its financial performance.

Importance 100 Sentiment 60

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Boeing

Boeing selected Curtiss-Wright to supply mission computers for the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III upgrade program. This collaboration helps Boeing fulfill its obligations for the U.S. Air Force's modernization initiative, ensuring the continued operational life of the C-17 fleet.

Importance 80 Sentiment 20

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United States===United States Air Force

The United States===United States Air Force is the beneficiary of the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III Flight Deck Obsolescence and Technology Refresh program, which will extend the operational life and capability of its strategic airlift fleet. The new mission computers from Curtiss-Wright will enhance the C-17 aircraft's performance and ensure its readiness for decades.

Importance 70 Sentiment 30

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Lynn M. Bamford

Lynn M. Bamford, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Curtiss-Wright, expressed honor in collaborating with Boeing on this military fleet modernization initiative. Her statement highlights Curtiss-Wright's commitment to supporting the C-17's long-term readiness.

Importance 30 Sentiment 50

Relationships

Curtiss-Wright related ↔ Boeing

Boeing related ↔ United States===United States Air Force

Lynn M. Bamford related ↔ Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright related ↔ United States===United States Air Force

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