U.S.-Built Fighters To Receive Self-Defense Upgrades
In addition to dispensing flares for infrared-guided missiles, contractors are developing improved countermeasures for radio-frequency threats to the F-16.
Credit: Tech. Sgt. Jorge Intriago/U.S. Air National Guard
Fighter aircraft made in the U.S. are the target of wide-ranging upgrade plans for their self-protection suites over the next several years. At least five self-protection systems intended for tactical aircraft are in various stages of development, with the fifth program launched earlier this year to...
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