US Air Force Seeks Backup Plan for AC-130J Software
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The US Air Force is looking for a company to maintain and update the surveillance and targeting software on its AC-130J gunship. The request was issued by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and posted on the federal government's main contracting website. The goal is to keep the key software running and up to date.
Why it matters
The AC-130J gunship's software is crucial for its surveillance and targeting capabilities, and a backup plan ensures continuity of operations. This effort highlights the importance of software maintenance and updates in modern defense systems.
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