WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- The U.S. Army has resumed work on its Common Infrared Countermeasure program as a contract dispute was settled.
The Army's CIRCM program seeks to develop a lightweight, laser-based infrared protection system for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. Defense News reports work on the program restarted as BAE Systems withdrew its protest in November for the contract award going to Northrop Grumman. The contract is valued at over $35 million.