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BAE Systems’ CMWS Successfully Completes CDR For IASE Software Update

Defense Daily Staff

Thursday, April 17th, 2014

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BAE Systems’ CMWS Successfully Completes CDR For IASE Software Update

CMWS Photo: BAE Systems

BAE Systems’ April 17 said its Common Missile Warning System (CMWS) completed a Critical Design Review for its Integrated Aircraft Survivability Equipment (IASE) software update. The successful review marks a key milestone in the advancement of integrated infrared threat detection for rotary-wing, transport, and tactical aircraft, the company said in an April 17 statement. “Our Common Missile Warning System has nearly a decade of proven success, flying more than 2 million in-theater combat hours and saving countless aircraft and lives,”…

Congress

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