The US State Department has greenlit the possible sale of infrared countermeasure systems for Royal Australian Air Force’s air mobility platforms.
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has announced the approval of a US$122 million ($168.7 million) purchase request from the Commonwealth government for Large Aircraft Infrared Countermeasures (LAIRCM) Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and related equipment.
The deal includes 27 AN/AAQ 24(V)N L LAIRCM System Processor Replacements (LSPR) and 30 Guardian Laser Turret Assemblies (GLTA).
The systems would be used to deliver upgrades to the Royal Australian Air Force’s large air mobility aircraft, which include the C-17A Globemaster, KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport, and C-130J Super Hercules fleets.