DAGRs Replace PLGRs:

Nov. 28, 2006

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Rockwell Collins has received an Air Force award for $82.7 million to provide 37,787 defense advanced GPS receivers and accessories. Rockwell must provide the DAGRs, which are to replace Precision Lightweight GPS Receivers, by October 2008.

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