Elbit Systems Secures $260M Airbus Contract for A400M Countermeasures
Elbit Systems of Israel has secured a $260 million contract with Airbus to supply Directed Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) for Germany's A400M aircraft. The state-of-the-art defense system is designed to protect against infrared missile threats, ensuring enhanced security for German military transport planes over a six-year term.
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Tel Aviv, Israel - On July 28, Elbit Systems, a leading Israeli defense technology company, announced a significant contract win valued at $260 million. Awarded by Airbus Defence and Space, the contract involves supplying Elbit's state-of-the-art J-MUSI Directed Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) systems for Germany's A400M military transport aircraft.
The DIRCM system is designed to safeguard aircraft from the looming threat of infrared-guided missiles. By employing advanced lasers and imaging technology, the system can autonomously detect and neutralize incoming missile threats, providing unparalleled protection for the aircraft and its occupants.
The six-year contract was given the green light by Germany's Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technology, and Operations, underscoring the strategic importance of the DIRCM systems in enhancing the defensive capabilities of the German fleet.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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