Rockwell Collins selected to provide Link 16 ground system for Finnish Air Force
Rockwell Collins, along with team members BAE Systems AeI and Insta DefSec Oy, has been selected by the Finnish Air Force to provide a Link 16 ground system that will allow the establishment, control and operation of Link 16 networks. The system will support timely exchange of command and control information and situational data between the Air Defence Command and Control system, aircraft and other Link 16-equipped assets. It will also provide intelligent control of multiple Link 16 networks across the country.
"This technology will provide the Finnish Air Force with key networking capability that will enable pilots to identify friendly and enemy aircraft while enhancing command and control for greater mission success," said Alan Caslavka, vice president and general manager of Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence Solutions for Rockwell Collins. "Our strong team approach and combined experience in providing Link 16 communications, coupled with our Rosetta technology, will enable us to provide the best-value solution for this program."
A key component in the Link 16 ground system is the Rockwell Collins Rosetta technology, which simplifies sensor and data link management, providing enhanced situational awareness for successful tactical operations. Equally integral to the team's solution is BAE Systems AeI's world leading Link 16 network management capability. Paul Burke, BAE Systems AeI business director, said, "We are delighted to be part of the team delivering this capability to the Finnish Air Force." The in-country integrated support solution will be supplied by the third team member, Insta Defsec Oy.
Source: Rockwell Collins
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