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BAE SYSTEMS To Supply Reconnaissance System To Royal Air Force Of Oman

24 Feb 2004

BAE Systems has been awarded a contract to supply Advanced Airborne Reconnaissance Systems, ground processing capability, and integrated logistics support to the Royal Air Force of Oman. The Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract was issued by Aeronautical Systems Center of Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio.

The Advanced Airborne Reconnaissance System (AARS) is a world-class intelligence gathering system providing multiple fields-of-view in a single sensor package. The completely digital reconnaissance system will replace the wet film system currently used by the Royal Air Force of Oman.

The systems output is compatible with U.S. and many NATO reconnaissance ground interpretation systems and will enhance coalition operations in the region. Delivery of the system will be integrated into Block 50 F-16 aircraft to be delivered by Lockheed Martin. BAE Systems personnel will provide in-country service and support for basic operation and maintenance of the reconnaissance system.

Multiple fields-of-view in a single sensor package means that the right reconnaissance capability is always on the aircraft, even as battle space knowledge and threats change. This simplifies logistics and dramatically reduces mission deployment time by avoiding mission-specific sensor configurations, said David Hails, BAE Systems vice president and general manager for Reconnaissance and Surveillance Systems, Greenlawn, New York. By integrating all elements of a sophisticated reconnaissance capability, we are providing the Royal Air Force of Oman with a fully integrated, flight proven, broad reconnaissance capability, in a flexible, user-oriented system.

The AARS, developed by BAE Systems Communication, Navigation, Identification and Reconnaissance (CNIR), is a complete turnkey, near-real-time reconnaissance system enabling both airborne image acquisition and solid-state storage, ground exploitation, moving target indication, and intelligence dissemination capabilities. The airborne system can be deployed on a variety of military aircraft and features multiple fields-of-view in a single sensor, the largest having a 120-inch focal length. The system allows for either individual or simultaneous visible and infrared imaging in manual or autonomous operation modes.

About BAE SYSTEMS

BAE Systems is an international company engaged in the development, delivery, and support of advanced defence and aerospace systems in the air, on land, at sea, and in space. The company designs, manufactures, and supports military aircraft, surface ships, submarines, radar, avionics, communications, electronics, and guided weapon systems. It is a pioneer in technology with a heritage stretching back hundreds of years. It is at the forefront of innovation, working to develop the next generation of intelligent defence systems.

BAE Systems has major operations across five continents and customers in some 130 countries. The company employs more than 90,000 people and generates annual sales of approximately 12 billion through its wholly owned and joint-venture operations.

BAE Systems North America is a high-technology U.S. company employing more than 25,000 people who live and work in some 30 states, the District of Columbia, and the United Kingdom. The company is dedicated to solving its customers needs with highly innovative and leading edge solutions across the defence electronics, systems, information technology, and services arenas.

BAE Systems Communication, Navigation, Identification and Reconnaissance is a team of 2,300 professionals, working together to transform communications, reconnaissance and situational awareness for the U.S. armed forces and our allies. Headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey, CNIR has major facilities in Greenlawn, New York and Reston, Virginia.

BAE Systems, innovating for a safer world.