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Argentina Requests COTS Avionics Upgrade For C-130H Aircraft

By Cal Biesecker

Friday, October 21st, 2011

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Argentina would potentially like to spend an estimated $166 million for the commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) avionics upgrade of five C-130-H aircraft, associated equipment, parts training and logistical support, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress Oct. 18. The prime contractors for the program are not known at this time, DSCA said in a statement. Argentina requested a possible purchase of COTS avionics upgrades that includes minor Class IV modifications, ground handling equipment, repair and return, spare and repair parts, support…

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