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France–upgrade of E-2C Hawkeye aircraft
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency has notified the US Congress of a possible foreign military sales (FMS) to France for the upgrade of four E-2C Hawkeye aircraft and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $180 million.
France had requested a possible sale of the upgrade of four E-2C Hawkeye aircraft with weapon system sensor upgrades with mode 5/S identification friend or foe (IFF). Included are 5 APX-122 IFF mode 5/S interrogator systems, 5 APX-123 IFF mode 5/S transponder systems, and 5 ALQ-217 electronic support measure systems.
In addition, this proposed sale will include related spare and repair parts, support and test equipment, weapon system support, development, publications and technical documentation, integration and testing, personnel training and equipment, US Government and contractor engineering and logistics personnel support services, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $180 million.
France’s current IFF Interrogator, transponder, and electronic support measures is old technology and requires upgrading to the most current technology. The proposed sale will give France Mode 5/S capabilities. France intends to incorporate these systems into its E-2C Hawkeye Navigation upgrade aircraft. France has significant experience in operating and maintaining modern weapon systems and infrastructure required and will have no difficulty absorbing these systems into its armed forces.
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