Herzliya, Israel – June 14th, 2016
BIRD Aerosystems unveiled at Eurosatory its new Directional Infra-Red Counter Measure system called SPREOS (Self Protection Radar Electro-Optic Sensor).
The new SPREOS combines a radar based sensor (verification) and an active laser (DIRCM), and provides enhanced protection against the immediate threat of Man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS).
“We at BIRD see a great potential to this very unique and patented DIRCM solution” said Ronen Factor, Co-CEO “we believe our SPREOS unique combination of radar and laser technology provides potential customers with the most advanced DIRCM solution. SPREOS, will provide customer with cutting edge technology with the a very attractive price tag that will help the market to easily adopt the DIRCM concept”
SPREOS which is joint development with a large European Company raised a great interest among potential customers and the guests of the special event and the exhibition itself.
Israel’s Bird Aerosystems announced on 3 February 2025 that is has received a follow-on order from a “NATO European client” for its Aeroshield Missile Protection System (AMPS), which includes the Self Protection Radar Electro-Optic System (SPREOS) directed infra-red countermeasures (DIRCM) system.
The order, placed by a long-standing NATO client, includes the supply of systems to protect the VIP Dassault Falcon 7X and Airbus A319 aircraft. Delivery is expected in 2025 and also includes system maintenance services,” Bird stated in a press release.
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