HUNT VALLEY, Md., Jan. 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Textron Systems
Support Solutions, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) business, announced
today that it has been awarded a $206
million contract from the U.S. Army for Shadow®
Tactical Aircraft System (TUAS) Contractor Logistics Support
(CLS).
CLS efforts include Systems Sustainment Management, Engineering
Support, Contractor Logistics Support Management, Field Service
Operations, Depot Material Repair and Management and Post
Productions Software Support. This contract will continue Textron
Systems Support Solutions' long-standing support for the 117 Shadow
systems that have been fielded and deployed by the U.S. Army, U.S.
Marine Corps, Army National Guard, U.S. Special Operations Command
and the Australian Defense Forces.
"Support Solutions has been the chosen CLS contractor for the
U.S. Army's CLS contract since 2005, and we are proud to continue
supporting their Shadow systems throughout this past decade," says
Support Solutions Senior Vice President & General Manager
Ryan Hazlett. "This contract also
supports the U.S. Army's Shadow v2 block upgrade program, under
which Textron Systems acts as an end-to-end solution provider."
With more than one million flight hours, the Shadow TUAS
delivers proven performance for intelligence, surveillance and
reconnaissance, communications relay and laser designation. The
Shadow v2 is an all-digital, modern system, optimized for new
multi-mission, single-sortie profiles and manned-unmanned teaming.
The Shadow v2 also includes a high-bandwidth, encrypted data link
that enables the aircraft to carry payloads ranging from
high-definition video to secure control for prosecution missions.
The Army is currently teaming the Shadow v2 system with its Apache
helicopter fleet for scouting missions within its combat aviation
brigades. The Shadow TUAS also is utilized by militaries in
Australia, Italy and Sweden.
Support Solutions has decades of experience in training military
personnel and ensuring system readiness for its customers. Its
field service representatives are actively deployed and work
alongside customers to prepare for mission success. Support
Solutions provides end-to-end product support, training and
services for an array of Textron and third-party assets.
Period of performance began on Nov. 1,
2016 and is expected to continue through 2018.
About Textron Systems
Textron Systems' businesses develop and integrate products,
services and support for aerospace and defense customers, as well
as civil and commercial customers including those in law
enforcement, security, border patrol and critical infrastructure
protection around the globe. Harnessing agility and a broad
base of expertise, Textron Systems' innovative businesses design,
manufacture, field and support comprehensive solutions that expand
customer capabilities and deliver value. Textron Systems consists
of its Advanced Information Solutions, Electronic Systems,
Geospatial Solutions, Lycoming Engines, Marine & Land Systems,
Support Solutions, TRU Simulation + Training, Unmanned Systems and
Weapon & Sensor Systems businesses. More information is
available at www.textronsystems.com.
About Textron Inc
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry
company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense,
industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with
innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the
world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna,
Beechcraft, Hawker, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee,
Bad Boy Off Road, Textron Systems, and TRU Simulation + Training.
For more information visit: www.textron.com.
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Media Contact:
Ashlyn Brodeur
Textron Systems
(978) 657-2020
PublicRelations@textronsystems.com
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