from the new aircraft’s operators directly and seen how great a leap forward the P-8 is from the P-3. “It’s amazing to see what they’re replacing. This plane has many more options and capabilities available as far as mission systems,” Vosburg said. Hull worked on the 737’s commercial production line before transitioning to the P-8 line in Renton. He said he always felt a responsibility to build the best airplane possible for the airline customers, but building the P-8 for the military is different. “It gives me a sense of pride to work on this program, knowing the men and women who protect freedom will be enjoying the capabilities and the comfort that the P-8A Poseidon offers,” Hull said. “I feel I am working for the entire nation, knowing that this aircraft may very well someday protect our waterways.” n eric.c.fetters-walp@boeing.com PHOTOS: (Left) A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon over the Washington state coast earlier this year. LEO DEJILLAS/BOEING From their workstations on board a P-8A, crew members assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 assist in search operations in the India Ocean in March for missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH 370. U.S. NAVY Frontiers November 2014 45
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