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Friday, November 18, 2011
Britain seeks aircraft launch gear
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency reports Britain is seeking an aircraft launch and arresting sub-assemblies for an aircraft carrier.
The value of the possible Foreign Military Sale for one long lead sub-assembly for the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System/Advanced Arresting Gear -- with associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support -- is estimated of $200 million.
The EMALS long lead sub-assemblies include: energy storage system, power conditioning system, and launch control system. The AAG includes: power conditioning, energy absorption sub-systems, shock absorbers, and drive fairleads.
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