operating unit of Textron Systems, was awarded a contract by the U.S. Navy valued at over $30 million. Extension Program (SLEP). SLEP by Textron to fourteen. component of U.S. Navy/Marine Corps Amphibious Forces. fleet, at a fraction of new build cost. The SLEP production program has been underway since 1996. ongoing, with incremental deliveries of completed craft. completed craft was delivered in December 2000. under this contract will now take place in the last quarter of 2006. life of the LCAC from 20 to 30 years. and damage stability characteristics of the LCAC. other U.S. repair and obsolescence of parts. completed at Textron Marine & Land in New Orleans, Louisiana. tundra, sand and water. a service life design of 20 years. amphibious capabilities. improving performance.
