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Original titleMQ-9 reaper foreign military sales (FMS) italy mid life modernization lot 2
AI summary of the notice
The Department of the Air Force awarded a contract to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems for the Mid-Life Modernization of Italy's MQ-9 fleet. The procurement includes six MQ-9 Block 5 Reaper unmanned aerial systems, ground control stations, and related equipment. This acquisition supports the Italian Air Force's intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities.
This contract is a Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Italy for six MQ-9 Block 5 Reaper unmanned aerial systems and related equipment, valued at $738 million. The sale is part of Italy's Mid-Life Modernization (MLM) program to upgrade and expand its MQ-9 fleet. In addition to the six aircraft, the contract includes three mobile ground control stations, twelve multispectral target systems, nine synthetic aperture radars with maritime surveillance capability, GPS/inertial navigation systems, engines, maintenance equipment, and comprehensive logistics and engineering support services. The acquisition will double Italy's existing MQ-9 fleet from seven to thirteen aircraft, enhancing the Italian Air Force's intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities and supporting NATO interoperability goals.
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https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_FA868923F2850_9700_FA868920D2020_9700
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