General Atomics Receives Approval for Follow-On Support for French MQ-9 RPA

The U.S. State Department approved a $300 million Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to France for the continuation of MQ-9A Reaper Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) and related equipment.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), developer of the MQ-9A Reaper Remotely Piloted Aircraft, is the principal contractor.

The follow-on support will enhance the French Air & Space Force (FrASF) fleet of MQ-9s and includes aircraft components, spares and accessories, training equipment and simulator software, as well as capability upgrades to the Predator Mission Aircrew Training System (PMATS).

The CLS contract includes software and software support services, repair and return, U.S. government and contractor provided engineering, technical and logistical support services, and other related critical elements.