Bird Aerosystems has been contracted to install its airborne missile protection system (AMPS) on an undisclosed customer's Boeing BBJ. The equipment to be fitted to the head-of-state aircraft is the Israeli company’s Self Protection Radar Electro Optic System using directional infrared countermeasures integrated with its µAeroShield pod.
The installation will be made under a supplemental type certificate issued by EASA. Announced on Monday, the contract also includes integrated logistics support packages that the operator will use for testing, maintenance, and training.
“µAeroShield is the ideal solution for head-of-state platforms that require discreet yet highly effective protection,” said Matan Perry, Bird’s chief marketing officer and v-p of sales. “With its low-footprint pod design, seamless integration process, and adherence to international safety standards, the system ensures both security and operational flexibility for presidential fleets.”
Bird’s AMPS package has been designed to protect various airplanes and helicopters from portable, ground-to-air missiles and rockets. The company also offers an airborne surveillance, intelligence, and observation solution for maritime and ground applications, including search-and-rescue, patrol, and monitoring roles.