Defense Logistics Agency awards GE a digital support contract for the J85

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded GE Aerospace a contract to improve readiness of the J85 engine that powers the Air Force's T-38 Talon trainer. It is the first TrueChoice Defense digitally enabled contract for the J85, using AI and data analytics to forecast parts demand and flag supply constraints. The initial term runs seven months, followed by a four-year, five-month option period.

• Initial term of seven months, then a four-year, five-month option period
• First digitally enabled TrueChoice Defense contract for the J85
• AI and data analytics aimed at forecasting parts demand