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.
| 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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