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Doomsday plane gets $984M upgrade

The US Pentagon signed a $984 million contract to modernize the E-4B Doomsday plane, ensuring continuity of government during crises.

Sarah Johnson
BySarah Johnson- Senior Editor
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The US Department of Defense (Pentagon) signed a contract worth $984 million to modernize the E-4B aircraft, known as the "Doomsday plane".

According to the Pentagon, the contract was awarded to Strategic Mission Systems.

The work is expected to be completed by June 24, 2037.

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