L3Harris Delivers First Missionized Skyraider II Aircraft to Support Special Operations
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) and Air Tractor have delivered their first missionized OA-1K Skyraider II aircraft to U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command. The aircraft will support Special Operations Forces (SOF) in various missions including close air support, precision strike, and armed intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
The Skyraider II is designed to operate from rugged and remote airfields and help counter adversaries across the spectrum of armed conflict. The aircraft is based on L3Harris' multi-mission OA-1 Sky Warden platform and can be tailored for various mission requirements for U.S. and allied operators. L3Harris is scheduled to deliver additional aircraft in the future.
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) e Air Tractor hanno consegnato il loro primo aereo OA-1K Skyraider II missionizzato al Comando delle Operazioni Speciali dell'Aviazione degli Stati Uniti. L'aereo supporterà le Forze di Operazioni Speciali (SOF) in varie missioni, tra cui supporto aereo ravvicinato, attacco di precisione e intelligence armata, sorveglianza e ricognizione.
Lo Skyraider II è progettato per operare da aeroporti difficili e remoti e per aiutare a contrastare gli avversari in tutto lo spettro dei conflitti armati. L'aereo si basa sulla piattaforma multi-missione OA-1 Sky Warden di L3Harris e può essere adattato a diverse esigenze operative per gli operatori statunitensi e alleati. L3Harris prevede di consegnare ulteriori aerei in futuro.
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) y Air Tractor han entregado su primer avión OA-1K Skyraider II con misión al Comando de Operaciones Especiales de la Fuerza Aérea de EE. UU. El avión apoyará a las Fuerzas de Operaciones Especiales (SOF) en varias misiones, incluyendo apoyo aéreo cercano, ataque de precisión e inteligencia armada, vigilancia y reconocimiento.
El Skyraider II está diseñado para operar desde aeródromos difíciles y remotos y ayudar a contrarrestar a los adversarios en todo el espectro del conflicto armado. El avión se basa en la plataforma multi-misión OA-1 Sky Warden de L3Harris y puede adaptarse a diversos requisitos de misión para operadores estadounidenses y aliados. L3Harris tiene programada la entrega de más aviones en el futuro.
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX)와 Air Tractor는 미국 공군 특수 작전 사령부에 첫 번째 임무화된 OA-1K Skyraider II 항공기를 전달했습니다. 이 항공기는 근접 공중 지원, 정밀 타격 및 무장 정보, 감시 및 정찰을 포함한 다양한 임무에서 특수 작전 부대(SOF)를 지원합니다.
Skyraider II는 험준하고 외진 비행장에서 작전할 수 있도록 설계되었으며, 무장 충돌의 모든 스펙트럼에서 적에 대항할 수 있도록 돕습니다. 이 항공기는 L3Harris의 다목적 OA-1 Sky Warden 플랫폼을 기반으로 하며, 미국 및 동맹국 운영자의 다양한 임무 요구 사항에 맞게 조정될 수 있습니다. L3Harris는 향후 추가 항공기를 전달할 예정입니다.
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) et Air Tractor ont livré leur premier avion OA-1K Skyraider II missionné au Commandement des opérations spéciales de l'Armée de l'air des États-Unis. L'avion soutiendra les Forces d'opérations spéciales (SOF) dans diverses missions, y compris le soutien aérien rapproché, les frappes de précision et le renseignement armé, la surveillance et la reconnaissance.
Le Skyraider II est conçu pour opérer à partir de terrains difficiles et éloignés et aider à contrer les adversaires à travers le spectre des conflits armés. L'avion est basé sur la plateforme multi-mission OA-1 Sky Warden de L3Harris et peut être adapté à diverses exigences de mission pour les opérateurs américains et alliés. L3Harris prévoit de livrer d'autres avions à l'avenir.
L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) und Air Tractor haben ihr erstes missioniertes OA-1K Skyraider II Flugzeug an das US Air Force Special Operations Command geliefert. Das Flugzeug wird die Special Operations Forces (SOF) in verschiedenen Missionen unterstützen, einschließlich naher Luftunterstützung, Präzisionsangriff und bewaffneter Aufklärung, Überwachung und Erkennung.
Der Skyraider II ist so konzipiert, dass er von rauen und abgelegenen Flughäfen operiert und dabei hilft, Gegner in einem breiten Spektrum bewaffneter Konflikte zu bekämpfen. Das Flugzeug basiert auf der Multi-Missionsplattform OA-1 Sky Warden von L3Harris und kann an verschiedene Missionsanforderungen für US-amerikanische und verbündete Betreiber angepasst werden. L3Harris plant, in Zukunft weitere Flugzeuge zu liefern.
- First delivery milestone achieved for Special Operations aircraft program
- Expanding military contract portfolio with U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command
- Multiple follow-on aircraft orders in pipeline
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Special Operations Forces (SOF) will fly Skyraider II in various missions and will deliver close air support, precision strike, and armed intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. The aircraft’s flexibility will allow SOF to counter adversaries across the spectrum of armed conflict. The Skyraider II’s design also enables it to operate from rugged and remote airfields.
“The Skyraider II reflects L3Harris’ commitment to delivering cost-effective, adaptable solutions that meet the evolving needs of the warfighter,” said Jon Rambeau, President, Integrated Mission Systems, L3Harris. “By leveraging our team’s innovation and expertise, we are providing special operations personnel with a versatile, mission-ready capability that supports operational requirements today and into the future.”
“Air Tractor is thrilled to be a part of this program,” said Jim Hirsch, President, Air Tractor, Inc. “We stand ready to meet the future needs and to ensure this airframe aligns with the expectations of
L3Harris is on track to deliver more follow-on aircraft. The Skyraider II is based on L3Harris’ multi-mission OA-1 Sky Warden aircraft, which is tailorable to meet a variety of mission requirements for
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.
About Air Tractor, Inc.
Air Tractor is a leading manufacturer of purpose-built aircraft for agricultural, firefighting, and utility applications. Air Tractor aircraft can be found in more than 30 countries around the world and are supported by a global network of Air Tractor dealers. Air Tractor delivered its 4,000th aircraft in March 2021 and has manufactured aircraft for 46 years. https://airtractor.com/
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