MX
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) : 2005
Total Production : ?
The L-3 Communications Wescam MX is a series of aircraft-mounted observation and targeting pods incorporating a new generation of imaging capabilities. They deliver class-leading detection, all-weather day/night operation, recognition & identification ranges, 20% range improvement with Infrared detection, and unmatched operational ease-of-use for both civil and military customers. The MX series also feature external control electronics incorporated into the turret, reduced Line Replaceable Units (LRU), and simplified installation and cabling. The use of common components and avionics simplifies interchangeability with efficiencies in support and technology enhancements while delivering low overall life-cycle costs.
| Model | Status | Year | Produced |
|---|---|---|---|
| MX-20 | Active | ? | |
| MX-15i | Active | 2005 | ? |
MX-20
Group : Optronic Systems
Status : Active
Also Known As : MX-20D
Origin : 
United States of America
Contractor : L-3 Wescam
Total Production : ?
The MX-20 is the larger version of the MX family of observation turrets delivering outstanding image quality and supports 1 to 7 payload sensors and various equipment options. The sensor options include an Infrared (IR) sensor with 4x zoom, color daylight camera with zoom lens, night camera with spotter lens, laser illuminator, laser designator and eyesafe laser rangefinder. The MX-20 features Enhanced Range Local Area Processing (ELAP) technology which produces real-time image enhancement for EO Day, EO Night & IR video. ELAP technology provides an increased standoff range, improved feature recognition, and maximum haze penetration as well as improved image contrast, detail and increased dynamic range.
Operators
| Country | Status | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States of America | Active | ? |
MX-15i
Group : Optronic Systems
Status : Active
Also Known As : AN/AAQ-35, MX-15Di
Origin : United States of America
Contractor : L-3 Wescam
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) : 2005
Total Production : ?
The MX-15 is a light version of the MX observation turret family supporting 1 to 6 payload sensors and various equipment options. The sensor options include an Infrared (IR) sensor with 4x zoom, color daylight camera with zoom lens, night camera with spotter lens, laser illuminator, laser designator and eyesafe laser rangefinder. The MX-15Di observation and targeting pod is optimized for long-range performance and target designation. It has been selected for the AH-6i combat scout helicopter and military versions of the Beechcraft King Air 350 turboprop aircraft intended for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. The MX-15Di also receives the AN/AAQ-35 military designation.
Operators
| Country | Status | State | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
 Iraq | Active | ? | |
 Saudi Arabia | Planned | 40 | |
| United States of America | Active | ? |
News
WASHINGTON, February 1, 2024 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of India of MQ-9B Remotely Piloted
WASHINGTON, June 27, 2023 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Canada of P-8A Aircraft and related
WASHINGTON, November 2, 2022 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Australia of C-130J-30 aircraft
WASHINGTON, April 30, 2021 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of India of six (6) P-8I Patrol aircraft
WASHINGTON, March 12, 2021 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Germany of P-8A Aircraft and Associated
WASHINGTON, December 15, 2020 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Italy of Gulfstream G550 Aircraft
WASHINGTON, November 3, 2020 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative
SAN DIEGO – 4 March 2020 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and L3Harris Technologies completed the successful integration of the WESCAM MX™-20 Electro-optical/Infrared
WASHINGTON, February 26, 2020 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Tunisia of four (4) AT-6C Wolverine Light Attack
WASHINGTON, November 20, 2019 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to New Zealand of five (5) C-130J aircraft and related
WASHINGTON, October 4, 2018 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Iraq of five (5) Armed Bell 407GX helicopters configured
WASHINGTON, October 4, 2018 - The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to Canada of three (3) King Air 350ER (extended range)
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State Latest Known holdings/Original Procurement
Com - Date of Commissioning
Decom - Date of Decommissioning
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