WASHINGTON, Sept. 14 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news release:

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First Production Contract Awarded for MQ-25A Stingray

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The contract provides the funds for three LRIP Lot 1 MQ-25As and additional funding for the advanced acquisition of long lead components to support three LRIP Lot 2 MQ-25As. Initial deliveries from Lot 1 are expected to begin in 2029.

"Awarding this first LRIP contract marks a pivotal transitio . . .

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