ITT Avionics has delivered the first ALQ-211 suite of integrated RF countermeasures (SIRFC) systems to Boeing for testing on the AH-64D Longbow Apache. Production is planned for late 2000. The SIRFC will be installed on US Army AH- 64Ds, Boeing MH-47Es and MH-60Ks, designated CH-47s and UH-60s and USAir Force Bell Boeing CV-22s.
Source: Flight International
Stockholm’s selection of a new-generation tactical airlifter will be a “political decision”, says Swedish air force chief Major General Jonas Wikman.
The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
Athens signed a long-sought letter of offer and acceptance with airframer Lockheed Martin covering 20 F-35 stealth fighters, with options for a further 20 jets.
