For the first time, Northrop Grumman will provide its Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system to Germany.
“More international partners are recognizing CIRCM’s pioneering protection capabilities to maximize successful missions. With open architecture, the lightweight CIRCM system stays ready for any mission with the agility for rapid technology upgrades. It’s not only ideal for small aircraft – it’s a crucial system that brings key advantages to our international warfighters," Northrop Grumman, vice president, aircraft survivability, Leah Hooten, said.
CIRCM is a US Army program of record. It has used advanced electro-optical infrared technology. Germany will receive 47 CIRCM systems as part of a US Army production award. The systems for Germany will be installed on their newly ordered CH-47 Chinook helicopters.
These CIRCM units will modernise capabilities for Germany’s new rotary aircraft, fulfilling NATO combat readiness mission requirements.
CIRCM has achieved more than 70,000 operational flight hours on Army AH-64, CH-47 and UH-60 rotary aircraft.