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Re-engining of the KC-135 Aircraft With Used Commercial Engines

PLRD-83-34 Published: Jan 27, 1983. Publicly Released: Jan 27, 1983.
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GAO reviewed the Air Force's practice of refurbishing used engines in the KC-135 re-engining program to evaluate the criteria that the Air Force uses to determine the need for overhaul.

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Recommendations for Executive Action

Agency Affected Recommendation Status
Department of the Air Force The Secretary of the Air Force should evaluate alternative rebuild levels which consider the remaining useful life of the engines.
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.

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Air Force suppliesAircraft enginesAirlinesCost effectiveness analysisEquipment maintenanceLogisticsMilitary aircraftMilitary forcesAircraft acquisition programGovernment procurement