S. 2030 authorizes the Navy Secretary to upgrade CMV-22 aircraft with improved nacelle components to boost readiness, reliability, and operational performance—particularly for operations in the Indo-Pacific region. The bill directs the Navy to prioritize these upgrades during fiscal years 2025 and 2026, building on successful similar upgrades already completed on CV-22 aircraft. A key goal is sustaining the tiltrotor manufacturing industry in Amarillo, Texas, by maintaining skilled workers during the transition from current V-22 production to development of future assault aircraft. The legislation does not authorize new funding but requires the Navy to use existing appropriations if available, and mandates a report to Congress within 180 days detailing upgrade progress, performance improvements, and impacts on the industrial workforce.
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