U.S. Army Invests $4.8B in Advanced Missile Defense for Helicopter Fleet
The U.S. Army has awarded Northrop Grumman a significant $4.8 billion contract for the Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system, enhancing protection against shoulder-fired missile threats for rotary-wing aircraft. This investment underscores the Army's commitment to modernizing its helicopter survivability amid evolving battlefield challenges.