Elbit Systems MTV flares protect aircraft against infrared (IR) heat-seeking missiles.
The flares are used on a wide range of aircraft and helicopters against the threat of air-to-air and surface-to-air heat-seeking missiles.
FG-1 is a unique, small-size flare designed to provide protection and enhanced survivability for low signature aircraft with a limited payload, such as light helicopters and UAVs, against advanced threats. Featuring excellent high energetic properties, the flare effectively defeats heat-seeking threats.
Key Benefits
- Reliable and effective
- Combat proven record
- Minimal rise time
- Significant weight reduction
Key Features
- Case dimensions: 1x1x2.2 in (25x25x55 mm)
- Weight: 0.1lb (46gr)
- Pellet: MTV decoy composition
- Ejection squib: PL3651 / BBU-35
- Dispenser: AN/ALE-40/47 ,M-130, Wizards, etc.
- Shelf life: 10 years
- Service life: 1
Platforms
- Light helicopters
- UAVs
Packaging
- Classification – Flares, aerial
- Hazard class – 1.3G
- Un CODE – 0093
- Quantity – 360 units per plywood box
- Container dimensions – 17.8 x14.5×10.6 in (452x370x280 mm)
- Estimated gross weight – 55lb (25kg)