Lockheed Martin to supply A-kits for Super Hercules missile warning system
LAIRCM advanced missile warning system improves aircraft capability and survivability by countering advanced infrared missile system threats.
Lockheed Martin will provide up to 38 Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) A-kits and associated equipment for its C-130J and KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft, under a $33.23 million contract from US Naval Air Systems Command.
The LAIRCM advanced missile warning system improves aircraft capability and survivability by countering advanced infrared missile system threats.
Work will be performed in Marietta, Georgia, and is expected to be completed in December 2025.
BAE Systems is the prime contractor for installation of upgraded LAIRCM systems on 19 USN and USMC KC-130J aircraft, under a $26.7 million task order awarded in May 2020.
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