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AN/AAQ-8

Country of Origin: USA

The AN/AAQ-8 is a second-generation infrared (IR) countermeasures pod based on the AAQ-4 and capable of operation in a supersonic environment.

The system is mounted in an aerodynamically shaped pod and can be configured with a ram air turbine that provides an independent power source. It has been fitted to many fighter and transport aircraft.

Initial operational capability (IOC) was attained in 1972 and the system has been upgraded several times since then.

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