F/A-18 Super Hornet

L3Harris Technologies has reached significant milestones in the development of its next-generation Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) system for the U.S. Navy’s F/A-18 Super Hornet fighter jet. Under an $80 million contract awarded in 2023, the company completed critical hardware checks and simulation tests, marking substantial progress in modernising the jet’s defences against complex and emerging threats.

L3Harris reaches key milestones in developing advanced electronic warfare system for F/A-18

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

L3Harris Technologies has reached significant milestones in the development of its next-generation Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) system.

Boeing has completed the upgrade and life extension of the first two service life modification (SLM) F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets, delivering them to the U.S. Navy one month ahead of schedule from St. Louis and two months ahead of schedule from San Antonio. The upgraded jets have the same capabilities as Super Hornets being delivered from Boeing’s new-build production line.

Boeing completes F/A-18 Super Hornet upgrade ahead of schedule

Air / By Defence Industry Europe

Boeing has completed the upgrade and life extension of the first two service life modification (SLM) F/A-18 Block III Super Hornets.