Leonardo’s UK-based electronic warfare (EW) division has been awarded a USD 33 million contract by the US Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) to supply BriteCloud 218 Active Expendable Decoys (AEDs) for the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft. Officially confirmed as a sole-source agreement on 5 December 2024, the contract follows the system’s approval earlier this year and represents a significant milestone for the UK defence firm.

U.S. Navy awards USD 33 million contract to Leonardo UK for advanced F-35 radar decoys

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Designated AN/ALQ-260(V) by the US, BriteCloud 218 is a self-contained, expendable mini jammer designed to provide advanced “endgame” protection against radio frequency (RF) threats.

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