Boeing has awarded Raytheon a follow-on contract for the sixth production lot of APG-63(V)3 active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar...
The original contract from Boeing began in 2007 as part of the F-15C upgrade program. To date, more than 46 radar systems plus spares have been delivered. Production lot six, awarded in March of 2013, includes radar modification kits and spares for the AirForce and Air National Guard.
The F-15C upgrade program features the APG-63 AESA radars for 150 of the 214 C models, beyond-line-of-sight and secure line-of-sight radio updates on 177 C models through fiscal 2016, and sniper advanced targeting pod integration on 177 C models.
The APG-63(V)3 AESA radar is an all-weather, multi-mode radar that offers extended range,improved tracking and precision engagement for the F-15C. Designed for easyintegration of growth options and technology advances, this versatile radar provides the F-15 fleet with significantly enhanced air-to-air capabilities and gives warfighters a substantial combat edge.
The upgrades are expected to keep the variants flying through at least 2035.
