The US Navy's ongoing V-22 Osprey procurement plans and safety considerations

The aging C-2 Greyhound fleet, in service since 1966 as the primary platform for resupplying aircraft carriers, faces challenges with parts availability. The Osprey, with superior range and capacity to other helicopter options, is considered a more capable successor.

Despite its advantages, the V-22 family, including the Osprey, has faced safety-related operational pauses and restrictions after incidents of mechanical failures. Improvements to the aircraft's gearbox are set to address these issues, promising enhanced reliability and durability for the entire fleet.

The Marine Corps' 2025 Aviation Plan outlines various upgrades, such as the redesign of the gearbox and installation of sensors to foresee potential failures, ensuring the aircraft remains operationally effective and ready for deployment.

Quotes from military officials underscore a commitment to maintaining operational superiority and readiness across the force, emphasizing modernization and current preparedness.

The CMV-22B Osprey, designed to fulfill the Navy's specific requirements for carrier onboard delivery, remains central to the Navy's strategy of maintaining air wing readiness through effective transport of critical components such as jet engines.