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The Pentagon has awarded a $300 million contract to Alloy Surfaces Company for the production of infrared decoy flares, which protect American military aircraft from heat-seeking missiles. The contract modification brings the total value of the program to a higher amount. The decoy flares are designed to trick missiles into targeting them instead of the actual aircraft.
This investment is significant as it enhances the protection of US military aircraft from advanced missile threats, ensuring the safety of personnel and equipment. The technology has strategic importance in modern air defense systems.
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