FLIR Systems to Make IR Turret Assemblies for Hueys

PORTLAND, Ore., June 27 -- FLIR Systems Inc. announced it has been awarded a $5.7 million contract by the Naval Inventory Control Point, Philadelphia, to provide spare Star SAFIRE infrared imaging turret assemblies for the US Marine Corps' fleet of UH-1N "Huey" helicopters.

This is the latest award in connection with the upgrade of the Marine Corps' SAFIRE thermal imaging systems to FLIR's new Star SAFIRE system, which employs advanced staring focal plane array technology for improved detection, resolution and overall performance. Deliveries are expected to be completed by Dec. 31.