Astronics receives $44.7 million Army order for radio test sets

Astronics Corporation (NASDAQ: ATRO) announced the U.S. Army issued a $44.7 million purchase order to Astronics Test Systems for the TS-4549/T Radio Test Sets Program. The order initiates full rate production and covers deliveries over the next 20 months.

The Army originally awarded Astronics an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract for the TS-4549/T program in June 2024. The program received initial funding of $215 million, with $145 million remaining after this order.

"We are proud to be partnered with the U.S. Army on this important program, and are excited to begin full rate production," said Jim Mulato, President of Astronics Test Systems. "The volume ramp will be challenging, but our team is prepared and ready for it."

Astronics Corporation provides advanced technologies for aerospace, defense and other mission critical industries. The East Aurora, New York-based company serves global airframe manufacturers, airlines, militaries and Fortune 500 companies with power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors and test technologies.

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