The U.S. Court of Federal Claims denied AAR Corp.’s protest and upheld V2X, Inc.’s award of the $4.3 billion T‑6 Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply (COMBS) contract on February 2, 2026. The ruling lifts a stop‑work order that had halted the company’s activities on the program since July 2025, allowing V2X to immediately resume supply‑support operations for the U.S. Air Force, Navy and Army T‑6 aircraft.
The $4.3 billion contract represents a substantial, long‑term revenue stream that spans the program’s performance period through July 2034. By removing the legal uncertainty, V2X can now execute the contract, which is expected to strengthen its backlog, improve cash‑flow projections, and support broader growth initiatives in mission‑critical defense services.
V2X’s proposal was awarded as the “best value” after a competitive evaluation that weighed cost, technical capability, and risk. The company’s integrated solution—combining advanced logistics, predictive maintenance, and digital twin technology—offered the lowest life‑cycle cost and the highest operational readiness for the T‑6 enterprise. The court’s decision confirms that the government’s assessment of V2X’s value proposition was correct.
The stop‑work order, issued in July 2025 following AAR Corp.’s protest, had halted all work on the contract, creating a significant cash‑flow gap for V2X. While the exact financial impact of the delay is not publicly disclosed, the company’s management indicated that the interruption had cost the firm several million dollars in lost revenue and increased overhead.
Management emphasized the strategic importance of the T‑6 contract. President and CEO Jeremy C. Wensinger said, “The decision by the U.S. Court of Federal Claims validates the government’s confidence in V2X and reconfirms that our offering was the best value for this vital program.” He added that the company is ready to deliver on its commitment to excellence, reliability, and mission support.
Senior Vice President of Aerospace Systems Vinny Caputo noted, “The affirmation of our award underscores V2X’s expertise and the quality of the solution we bring to the T‑6 enterprise. Our team is already mobilizing to resume seamless support, ensuring that pilot training and aircraft readiness move forward without delay.”
Market reaction to the ruling was positive. Analysts highlighted the removal of a major legal hurdle as a key driver of confidence in V2X’s ability to execute large defense contracts. The company’s stock traded slightly above analyst targets following the decision, reflecting investor optimism about the restored revenue stream and the company’s broader backlog.
The ruling also reinforces V2X’s competitive position against rivals such as AAR Corp. By securing the T‑6 contract, V2X strengthens its portfolio of long‑term defense contracts, which is critical for sustaining growth in a market where government procurement cycles are long and capital‑intensive.
In summary, the court’s decision removes a significant obstacle, restores a major revenue source, and confirms V2X’s standing as a preferred contractor for the U.S. military’s pilot training fleet. The outcome is expected to have a lasting positive impact on the company’s financial performance and strategic trajectory.
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