Harris Corporation announced the award of a 10-year contract, valued at an expected USD 98 million, by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Under this contract, the company will upgrade and manage the system that provides real-time weather data and flight-planning capabilities for Alaska's general aviation community. This contract includes three base years and seven one-year options.

Under the Operational and Supportability Implementation System (OASIS) II programme, the company will provide integrated flight planning and real-time weather briefing capabilities to FAA Flight Service specialists. OASIS also supports Notice to Airmen messages, which alert pilots to potential hazards and provides up-to-date radar and satellite imagery. Also, as a part of the contract the company also will provide system test and maintenance support services.