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Manufactures of commercially available transceivers have reduced the cost of these modules by outsourcing production to low cost regions, and by engaging in multiple source agreements (MSA). Using key components developed for commercial transceivers, modules meeting Mil/Aero qualification requirements can be developed with minimal additional effort. This paper will examine the applications that may require qualified modules, packaging considerations for qualifying the modules, and additional functionality that are attractive to the Mil/Aero market.