Boeing secures $615 million deal for F-15 electronic warfare upgrades

The system combines all self-defense mechanisms into a single network. When a threat is detected by the radar warning receiver, it coordinates with a self-protection jammer to counteract it effectively. It also allows for geolocation of threats and deployment of infrared flares and radar-reflecting chaff to divert incoming missiles.

Additionally, EPAWSS is compatible with AESA radar technology, offering enhanced threat detection and response options. Its digital design reduces weight on the aircraft while improving reliability and response time.

BAE Systems' Bridget McDermott emphasized EPAWSS's significance: “EPAWSS production is growing as the Department of Defense signals the long-term importance of F-15s to the strategic fleet. These aircraft bring speed, maneuverability, and payload to the fight, and now, with EPAWSS, they can better detect and protect against modern threats.”

The development reflects ongoing efforts to maintain F-15 relevance in modern military operations through technological advancements in defense systems.