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    FRCE delivers first metal 3D printed parts to fleet

    CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    03.04.2026

    Photo by Samantha Morse 

    Fleet Readiness Center East

    Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) recently delivered its first non-flight-critical metal additive manufactured aircraft parts to the fleet, boosting flight line readiness. An FRCE aircraft welder and metal additive operator showcases a sample metal additive manufactured pylon fitting for the AH-1Z Viper that the depot’s Advanced Technology and Innovation Team created for the H-1 Fleet Support Team.

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    Date Taken: 03.04.2026
    Date Posted: 04.27.2026 15:19
    Photo ID: 9643110
    VIRIN: 260304-N-KN454-1001
    Resolution: 4884x3391
    Size: 4.69 MB
    Location: CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, US

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