GAO, DOD at odds over IRCM systems

Article Abstract:

The GAO has proposed to the DOD an immediate selection of either the DIRCM or the ATIRCM so as to obtain significant savings. Although agreeing with the GAO's recommendation, the DOD argued that two programs must be performed first to address the major areas of difference between the two systems. The DOD also stipulated that the IRCM process is indeed required based on the combat loss of an AC-130 to an IR surface-to-air missile during the Operation Desert Storm. Current developments on the competing IRCM systems involve testing for applicability on small rotary-wing helicopters and on the AC/MC-130s.

Product development, International politics, Defense Procurement, Infrared Countermeasures, Military procurement, Article, Dept/Ministry of Defense

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Navy modernizing surface ship SLQ-32

Article Abstract:

The upgradation of SLQ-32 electronic warfare systems of the United States navy is discussed.

Search and navigation equipment, Dept of the Navy, US Navy, Electronic Warfare Equipment, Remodeling and renovation, United States. Navy

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