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U.S. Air Force Contracts Boeing for C-17 Infrared Countermeasure Upgrades for Canada and Australia

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The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $13 million contract to upgrade C-17 Globemaster III infrared countermeasure systems for Canada and Australia. The project involves converting Block 10 systems to Block 30 configuration across five Canadian and eight Australian aircraft, with completion scheduled by July 2030. The work includes hardware procurement and technical support, enhancing aircraft survivability against infrared threats.

U.S. Air Force Contracts Boeing for C-17 Infrared Countermeasure Upgrades for Canada and Australia
Feb 21, 2026, 1:10 PM

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