Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT), announced today that it expects to supply avionics systems and logistic support services for the Brazilian Air Force ALX aircraft, pursuant to the announcement made by Embraer, the Brazilian aircraft manufacturer, regarding contracts it signed with the Brazilian Air Force for the supply of the ALX aircraft.
The ALX Super Tucano is a light-attack aircraft, designed for training and operational missions, for the Brazilian Air Force and other potential customers. The Brazilian Air Force program includes the supply of 76 ALX’s with an option for 23 additional aircraft.
The advanced avionics supplied by Elbit Systems will provide the ALX with accurate navigation capability, weapon management system and an “all-glass” cockpit. The system includes the following components - an advanced mission computer, 6” x 8” Liquid Crystal Displays (LCD), Head-Up Display and a navigation system. In addition, Elbit Systems will supply simulators, planning mission stations and debriefing stations as well as maintenance and logistic support to the Brazilian Air Force.
Elbit Systems participation in the ALX program is in addition to the recently launched program for the upgrading of the Brazilian Air Force F-5 aircraft, also executed by Elbit Systems and Embraer, as announced by the Company on June 11, 2001.
Entry into force of Elbit Systems’ contracts for the ALX program is subject to the completion of various procedures, including those relating to the financing of the program.