# GE Aerospace awarded KC-135 IDAR upgrade contract by USAF

GE Aerospace was awarded a production contract for Integrated Data Acquisition Recorder (IDAR) systems for the USAF fleet of 396 KC-135 aircraft. Deliveries will begin in 2026 and continue through 2031.

- Type: Contract
- Announced: 2024-11-19
- Where: United States
- Status: completed
- Products: Integrated Data Acquisition Recorder systems
- Sectors: [Aerospace Components](https://endata.com/sectors/aerospace-components.md)

## Companies

- [GE Aerospace](https://endata.com/companies/9857.md) (supplier)
- [United States Air Force](https://endata.com/companies/18070.md) (customer)

## Sources

- [geaerospace.com](https://www.geaerospace.com/news/press-releases/ge-aerospace-receives-kc-135-integrated-data-acquisition-recorder-upgrade-award), 2024-11-19: "The IDAR will use an advanced, scalable real-time processor module common across our avionics products that reduces cost for our customers."

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