The
Hellenic Air Force(HAF) has selected
Goodrich’s DB-110 airborne reconnaissance systems, consisting of two reconnaissance pods, a ground exploitation system and aircraft integration, for use on F-16 fighters.
Goodrich's DB-110 digital, real-time, tactical reconnaissance system allows pilots to capture images day or night using electro-optical sensor technology. Images can then be transmitted to analysts on the ground in real time for immediate exploitation and analysis.
The DB-110 airborne reconnaissance pods will be manufactured and delivered in the
The DB-110 will give the HAF a long-range, high-resolution, stand off imaging capability to support tactical operations. The on-board system can be operated autonomously, with the DB-110 being controlled by the pod's reconnaissance management system. Imagery is viewed on the F-16's cockpit video display, enabling the pilot to verify targets and conduct tasks such as battle damage assessment. The real-time display also gives the aircrew the ability to seek out targets or select a different route to a selected target.
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