BOZ counter-measures pod
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BOZ is a SAAB-manufactured under-wing radar-guided and heat-seeking (infrared homing) missile counter-measures pod. It can be equipped with chaff-dispensing, flares and electronic counter-measures and threat analysis capabilities. It has been fitted to the Panavia Tornado.[1]
History[]
The BOZ electronic warfare pod has been manufactured for many years.
Components[]
The flares contained, to divert heat-seeking missiles, are 55mm No.4 Mk.2 Type1 flares, manufactured by the British company Chemring.[2]
The rear of the pod has a missile approach warning system (MAW).
Production[]
BOZ is produced by SAAB (Svenska Aeroplan AB) in the Järfälla Municipality of south-east Sweden. The flares are made by Chemring in Wiltshire.
See also[]
- Sky Shadow, radar countering, also carried by the Panavia Tornado
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Categories:
- Electronic warfare equipment
- Saab