Elbit Secures Contract to Equip Airbus MRTT A330s with Advanced DIRCM Suites for Canadian Defense
These cutting-edge self-protection solutions enhance aircraft security
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28/11/2023
Photo by Airbus Defense and Space via Elbit System’s website
Elbit Systems Ltd. was awarded a contract by Airbus Defense and Space to supply the Direct Infrared Counter-Measures (DIRCM) and Infrared (IR) Missile Warning Systems for installation on the MRTT A330 refueling aircraft for Canada. The contract will be performed over a period of five years.
Elbit Systems DIRCM laser protection systems have accumulated hundreds of thousands of flight hours on dozens of platforms and provide advanced defensive technology solutions for aircraft operating on modern battlefields.
“The decision by Airbus Defense and Space to continue equipping the MRTT A330 aircraft with our advanced defense solutions validates the quality and market-leading technology of our solutions,” said Oren Sabag, General Manager, Elbit Systems ISTAR and EW. “Our DIRCM Self Protection Suite will provide the customer with advanced defensive solutions to bolster the security and operational advantage of the platforms and crew.
These cutting-edge self-protection solutions enhance aircraft security
Photo by Airbus Defense and Space via Elbit System’s website
Elbit Systems Ltd. was awarded a contract by Airbus Defense and Space to supply the Direct Infrared Counter-Measures (DIRCM) and Infrared (IR) Missile Warning Systems for installation on the MRTT A330 refueling aircraft for Canada. The contract will be performed over a period of five years.
Elbit Systems DIRCM laser protection systems have accumulated hundreds of thousands of flight hours on dozens of platforms and provide advanced defensive technology solutions for aircraft operating on modern battlefields.
“The decision by Airbus Defense and Space to continue equipping the MRTT A330 aircraft with our advanced defense solutions validates the quality and market-leading technology of our solutions,” said Oren Sabag, General Manager, Elbit Systems ISTAR and EW. “Our DIRCM Self Protection Suite will provide the customer with advanced defensive solutions to bolster the security and operational advantage of the platforms and crew.
