The US Army has expanded its aircraft survivability support to allies by awarding BAE Systems a $137 million FMS contract for AN/AAR-57 CMWS units. Serving as the Army’s standard missile warning system, CMWS integrates seamlessly into broader aircraft defensive suites, acting as a central processor coordinating multiple subsystems. It supports compatibility with legacy and advanced countermeasures while providing post-mission data analysis. The system’s adaptability ensures relevance against evolving missile technologies. With thousands deployed and millions of operational hours logged, CMWS has become a cornerstone of allied aviation protection strategies. The latest award strengthens multinational fleet resilience and reinforces long-term sustainment cooperation between the US and partner nations.
