017022521

STIFFENER,AIRCRAFT

NiiN: 017022521

NSN: 1560-01-702-2521

Obsolescence Risk Analysis

June 2024

3

Weapon Systems

$2,003

Avg. Price per Unit

281

Production Lead Time (days)

0

Substitutable NiiNs

Ark.ai conducted a criticality analysis of NiiN 017022521, an obsolete part linked to active national security programs and weapon systems such as the HORNET F/A-18 (E/F) aircraft. Known formally as NSN: 1560-01-702-2521, this aircraft stiffener is designated obsolete and can be sourced from a limited number of suppliers. It has no official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. The part has a production lead time of 281 days and costs approximately $2,003 per unit.

Information about NiiN 017022521, 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.

Authorized Manufacturers & Distributors

NameCAGEPart Number
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION7682374A3456622072
The Boeing Company7630174A3456622072
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Procurement History

Contract IDTotal PriceQuantityAward Date
SPRPA121GCT01$6,01034/10/23
SPRPA121GCT01$4,00724/10/23
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What are Similar or Alternative Parts for NiiN 017022521?

NiiN 017022521 – a STIFFENER,AIRCRAFT – is a crucial component in three key weapon systems, yet it lacks any official interchangeable or substitutable NiiNs. As this part is accessible from only one or a few sources, program managers turn to similar NiiNs to adapt them to their needs, mitigating obsolescence and supply risk. Ark's Similar and Alternative Parts tool leverages an advanced AI learning model, meticulously trained on a vast database of NiiN and NSN technical data, to create a comprehensive multi-factor similarity score. Use Ark to enhance parts management and diversify your supply chain for essential national security programs.Click Learn More below to discover how our AI-enabled part and supplier alternatives analytical tools can revolutionize your supply chain management. Gain insights into alternative parts that can seamlessly integrate into your systems, reducing the risk of supply chain disruptions. Explore the power of AI in ensuring the continuity and efficiency of your critical operations.

Additional Characteristics

Technical Characteristics for NiiN 017022521

PropertyDetails
ITEM NAMESTIFFENER,AIRCRAFT
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1 TOTAL

Weapon Systems that use NiiN 017022521

NameDesignator Code
AIRCRAFT, HORNET F/A-18 (E/F)VUN
EA-18G (GROWLER)Z5N
AIRCRAFT, F/A-18, A - D, E/F, G (GROWLER)Z9N
3 TOTAL

List of Part Numbers for NiiN 017022521

74A3456622072

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