Elbit announces C-MUSIC order
Elbit Systems will supply multi-spectral infrared countermeasures to an unnamed customer in the Asia-Pacific region under a two-year $26.5 million contract announced on 16 December.
The contract will see the company supply its C-MUSIC system for integration on a wide body jet aircraft.
C-MUSIC is based on Elbit Systems’ MUSIC family of Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) systems for fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters. The system uses advanced fiber laser-directed infrared countermeasure technology to protect mid to large size airliners against heat-seeking shoulder-fired surface-to-air missiles, also known as man portable air defense systems (MANPADs).
Elad Aharonson, general manager ISTAR division, Elbit Systems, said: ‘This contract is another major milestone for Elbit Systems, providing evidence of the high quality and reliability of our DIRCM Systems.
‘We are proud to have been chosen by another customer in the Asia-Pacific region, which is an important market for us. C-MUSIC provides effective self-protection against IR-seeking weapons that pose a growing threat for aviation, as the proliferation and capabilities of MANPADs continue to advance. We hope more customers will follow in choosing our cutting-edge DIRCM solutions.’
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