BAE Systems wins US Navy P-8A EW contract

BAE Systems has secured a $95m contract from the US Navy to supply advanced electronic warfare (EW) pods for the P-8A Poseidon Multi-Mission Maritime Aircraft. The contract aims to enhance the Poseidon's defensive capabilities against missile threats and other hostile actions, expanding the aircraft’s operational range and survivability in contested environments.The P-8A Poseidon, a key asset in the US Navy's maritime patrol and reconnaissance operations, will be equipped with BAE Systems' new EW pods designed to detect and counter various