June 2015 * Volume 38, Issue 6 The Electronic Warfare Publication www.crows.org The Journal of Electronic Defense The Journal of Electronic Defense | June 2015 4 News The Monitor 15 HASC Report on FY2016 DOD Budget Recognizes Critical Importance of EW. World Report 20 New RWR for Italy's NH90 Helos Moving Forward. Features Missile Warning for Fighter Aircraft 26 John Haystead For a variety of reasons, including advanced IR threats, fighter aircraft users are expected to show a new interest in missile warning systems over the next several years. At the same time, the EW solution may involve more than simple missile warning systems. JED takes a look at what's on the horizon in missile warning for fighter aircraft. Cover and contents photos courtesy US Navy. Technology Survey: RWR/ESM Systems 39 Ollie Holt This month, we are focusing on radar warning receivers (RWRs) and electronic support measures (ESM) systems, which have evolved significantly over the past decade. 2015 AOC Election Guide 55 The AOC members' guide to the candidates, voting procedures and timelines for this year's AOC Board of Directors elections. Departments 6 8 10 12 22 48 61 65 66 The View From Here Conferences Calendar Courses Calendar From the President Leadership Interview EW 101 AOC News Index of Advertisers JED Quick Lookhttp://www.crows.org