Elbit Systems Wins $260mln Contract to Equip German A400M Aircraft with DIRCM Systems

Elbit Systems has secured a $260 million contract from Airbus Defence and Space to supply J-MUSIC DIRCM systems to the German Air Force's A400M transport aircraft. The contract will be executed over six years, and the systems will provide protection against infrared-guided missile threats. This is a significant win for Elbit Systems, which has already deployed DIRCM solutions in various countries around the world.

Elbit Systems Ltd. (ESLT) has secured a significant contract worth approximately $260 million from Airbus Defence and Space (Airbus DS) to supply its J-MUSIC Directed Infrared Counter Measures (DIRCM) self-protection systems for the German Air Force's A400M transport aircraft. The contract, which will be executed over a six-year period, follows a procurement decision by the Federal Office for Equipment, Information Technology, and Operations of the Bundeswehr (BAAINBw) [3].

The J-MUSIC DIRCM system, part of Elbit Systems' MUSIC family of airborne self-protection solutions, is designed to protect aircraft from infrared-guided missile threats, particularly those launched from man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS). The system integrates advanced laser technology with high-performance imaging systems to detect, track, and disrupt incoming missile threats in real time, providing autonomous protection without requiring crew intervention. Its modular and scalable architecture allows for integration with a wide range of aircraft platforms and missile warning systems, while its compact form factor ensures minimal impact on aircraft performance and payload capacity [3].

Elbit Systems' DIRCM solutions have been operationally deployed on various military and commercial aircraft globally. The company has already provided these systems to governments, air forces, and defense ministries in countries such as Israel, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and Brazil. Additionally, several leading aircraft manufacturers have selected Elbit Systems' J-MUSIC DIRCM as their preferred solution for integration into new and retrofit platforms [3].

This contract is a significant win for Elbit Systems, further strengthening its position as a leading global provider of DIRCM solutions. The company's successful collaboration with Airbus DS on this important program is highly valued, and Elbit Systems is proud to support Germany in enhancing the protection of its strategic air assets [3].

References:

[1] https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/elbit-systems-wins-260-mln-airbus-contract-equip-german-a400m-aircraft-dircm-systems
[2] https://investorempires.com/elbit-wins-peruvian-puls-artillery-system-tender/
[3] https://www.edrmagazine.eu/elbit-systems-awarded-260-million-contract-to-supply-dircm-self-protection-systems-for-germanys-a400m-aircraft-fleet