The Air Force believes it will cost at least $2.5 million to repair the KC-46.
The idea has raised eyebrows among military watchers who question its motives and safety.
Boeing said supply chain problems have resulted in longer lead times for the computing equipment and other technology needed to build RVS 2.0.
"If this becomes the new normal, how do we keep everything going?" Air Mobility Command boss Gen. Mike Minihan said.
The Air Force’s new KC-46A Pegasus tanker recently notched its first refueling mission as part of real-world operations.
It’s unclear how much damage was done to the boom or the aircraft itself upon landing.
The idea could reduce potential troop casualties during wartime refueling missions.
The section of the proposed NDAA that will be marked up Wednesday would also allow the Air Force to retire older C-130 Hercules transport aircraft.
The KC-46A Pegasus is also now cleared to refuel about 97% of the aircraft that fly on U.S. Transportation Command missions.
The mission aimed to see how airmen and the jet would fare over a full day in flight.
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