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Elbit Systems Awarded $260 Million Contract to Supply DIRCM Self-Protection Systems for Germany's A400M Aircraft Fleet
Prnewswire· 2025-07-28 06:36
Group 1 - Elbit Systems was awarded a contract worth approximately $260 million by Airbus Defence and Space to supply J-MUSIC™ DIRCM self-protection systems for the German Air Force A400M transport aircraft, to be executed over a 6-year period [1] - The J-MUSIC™ DIRCM system is designed to defend aircraft against infrared-guided missile threats, utilizing advanced laser technology and high-performance imaging systems for real-time detection and disruption of incoming threats [2][3] - Elbit Systems' DIRCM solutions have been operationally deployed on various military and commercial aircraft globally, with customers including governments and air forces from countries such as Israel, Germany, and Brazil [3] Group 2 - The contract enhances Elbit Systems' position as a leading global provider of DIRCM solutions, with the company expressing pride in supporting Germany's strategic air asset protection [4] - Elbit Systems employs approximately 20,000 people across five continents and reported $1.9 billion in revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2025, with an order backlog of $23.1 billion [6]