Written question asked by Mike Hancock (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 29 January 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 1 February 2002. It was answered by Lord Moonie (Labour) on Friday, 1 February 2002 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how much the series of improved software releases to enhance MBDA's advanced short-range air-to-air missile will cost; when the final improved software releases are expected to be completed; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Hancock: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence how much the series of improved software releases to enhance MBDA's advanced short-range air-to-air missile will cost; when the final improved software releases are expected to be completed; and if he will make a statement. [32156] Dr. Moonie: The cost of the additional software releases to achieve ASRAAM's Full Operational Capability will be borne by the contractor, MBDA UK Ltd. (formerly Matra BAe Dynamics), and is a matter for them. The company's aim is to deliver the required missile performance by the end of 2003. If that is not achieved, our agreement with MBDA Uk allows for a further software release.

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