British company BAE Systems has won a contract from Lockheed Martin to modernize the electronic warfare (EW) suite of the F-35 Lightning II fighter. BAE Systems is one of the partners of the fighter manufacturer Lockheed Martin.
The update will focus on the AN/ASQ-239 EW system, which has placed F-35s that have this update in Block 4 status.
“The F-35 will be in service for decades and we are committed to providing our pilots with an AN/ASQ-239 capability that delivers a decisive and sustained EW operational advantage”, said Deborah Norton, F-35 vice president. Solutions at BAE Systems.
Block 4 is the most advanced in relation to 1, 2 and 3. The importance of having a good electronic suite in a scenario where electronic warfare is increasingly being used is essential for success in combat.
“Our robust, modular architecture allows us to efficiently introduce new features, ing the next wave of technical innovation, while proactively addressing total product lifecycle sustainability.”
source: Flight Global
