# GKN Aerospace delivers first C-27J nacelles to Leonardo since 2018

GKN Aerospace delivered the first two C-27J nacelles to Leonardo Aircraft in September and October 2024, reestablishing composite manufacturing capabilities and securing business continuity for the next five years.

- Type: Product launch
- Announced: 2024-11-18
- Where: Cowes, United Kingdom
- Status: completed
- Products: C-27J nacelles
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [GKN Aerospace](https://endata.com/companies/3849.md)
- [Leonardo Aircraft](https://endata.com/companies/81072.md) (customer)

## Sources

- [compositesworld.com](https://www.compositesworld.com/news/gkn-aerospace-revitalizes-defense-supply-chain-with-c-27j-nacelle-deliveries), 2024-11-18: "GKN Aerospace announces the successful delivery of the first two C-27J nacelles to Leonardo Aircraft since 2018, marking a significant milestone in the revitalization of its supply chain and production capabilities."

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