014060418

FAIRING,AIRCRAFT

NiiN: 014060418

NSN: 1560-01-406-0418

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

Weapon Systems

$587

Avg. Price per Unit

546

Production Lead Time (days)

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 014060418, an obsolete part integral to several active national security programs and weapon systems, notably the AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18. This part, also known by NSN: 1560-01-406-0418, is a FAIRING,AIRCRAFT. Formally classified as obsolete, it is sourced from a limited number of suppliers and lacks any officially interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The production lead time for NiiN 014060418 stands at 546 days with an average cost per unit of $587.

Information about NiiN 014060418, including the list of manufacturers and suppliers, associated parts and components, related critical weapon systems, and a recent procurement history are detailed in the following tables.

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Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

Name	CAGE	Part Number
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	76823	74A3308352029
The Boeing Company	76301	74A3308352023, 74A3308352 ...
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Procurement History

Contract ID	Total Price	Quantity	Award Date
SPRPA121GCT01	$27,573	34	7/13/23
SPRPA121GCT01	$3,459	3	6/9/21
SPRPA121GCT01	$12,683	11	6/9/21

What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 014060418?

NiiN 014060418, identified as a FAIRING, AIRCRAFT, has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs but plays a vital role in three critical weapon systems. Due to its availability through only a single or limited number of sources, program managers working with NiiN 014060418 have been turning to similar NiiNs that can be adapted to their needs to address obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages a custom AI learning model, built on an extensive database of NiiN and NSN technical data, to deliver a comprehensive similarity score. By using Ark, you can better manage your parts supply and diversify your supply chain, ensuring the reliability of key national security programs.For more information about how our AI-driven tools can help you find the best part and supplier alternatives, click Learn More below. Explore how Ark can provide the insights needed to navigate complexities in parts management and sustain your critical programs with confidence.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 014060418

Property	Details
MATERIAL	ALUMINUM ALLOY
ITEM NAME	FAIRING,AIRCRAFT
END ITEM IDENTIFICATION	AIRCRAFT F/A-18
5 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 014060418

Name	Designator Code
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	43N
FMS - AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18	XNN
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)	Z9N
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 014060418

74A3308352023

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