MIRABEL, Canada, February 20, 2014 – Boeing [NYSE: BA] and L-3 MAS have completed the last scheduled phase of the CF-18 Incremental Modernization Program, ensuring that the avionics systems on the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fighter jets remain operationally relevant and interoperable with Canada’s allies.

“Boeing appreciates the long-term partnership with both L-3 MAS and the Government of Canada, resulting in innovative, flexible and affordable solutions that have been key to the overall success of this program,” said Joe Veile, program manager of F/A-18 International Support Programs for Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
Boeing had previously subcontracted L-3 MAS to lead the first two phases of the modernization program and this final phase, an upgrade to the aircraft’s defensive electronic warfare system, was completed at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake in Alberta.
“We understand the critical role the CF-18 fighter plays in Canada’s defense strategy and the importance of maintaining its operational viability through system modernization,” said Jacques Comtois, vice president and general manager of L-3 MAS. “We are proud to once again partner with The Boeing Company to carry on the successful tradition that began on the first two phases of the program by providing 100 percent on-time delivery for this firm-fixed-price upgrade. Our performance affirms L-3 MAS’ ongoing commitment to customer focus, flawless execution and long-term
partnerships as Canada’s fighter sustainment and life-extension leader.”

L-3 MAS, a division of L-3 Integrated Systems Group, is Canada’s leading provider of aircraft modification, systems integration, life cycle management, fleet
management and in-service support to government and commercial customers. In News Release addition, L-3 MAS offers turnkey solutions for the design, prototyping, manufacture, repair, overhaul and certification of aerospace components, and is a leader in the technical publications field. L-3 MAS is headquartered in Mirabel, Quebec, and employs 900 people at operating centers across Canada and in Williamtown, Australia.

To learn more about L-3 MAS, please visit the company’s website at www.L-3com.com/mas. A unit of The Boeing Company, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is one of the world’s largest defense, space and security businesses specializing in innovative and capabilities-driven customer solutions, and the world’s largest and most versatile manufacturer of military aircraft. Headquartered in St. Louis, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is a $33 billion business with 58,000 employees worldwide.