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US Navy complete 1st test of Advanced Mission Computer for Super Hornet,
Growler |
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Boeing
and the U.S. Navy on Sept. 6 successfully flight tested a new mission
computer that will expand the performance of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
and EA-18G Growler.
The new Type 4 Advanced Mission Computer (AMC) increases computing power
and accelerates image and mission processing functions. Those advances
will support new systems being incorporated onto the aircraft, including
a Distributed Targeting System, Infrared Search and Track, and a new
high-definition touch-screen display. |
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An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the Salty Dogs of Air Test and Evaluation
Squadron (VX) 23
(picture: US Navy)
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"The Type 4 Advanced Mission Computer puts game-changing
computing power directly into the hands of the warfighters who fly the
Super Hornet and Growler," said Kevin Fogarty, director of Boeing
F/A-18 and EA-18G Mission Systems. "Working collaboratively with
the U.S. Navy and our industry partners, we are increasing combat capability
with an affordable, evolutionary approach to technology advancements."
The new AMC was tested on a Navy F/A-18F during a 90-minute flight at
Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, Calif., verifying that it met
critical safety and system requirements. Additional testing is planned.
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An EA-18G Growler from the "Shadowhawks" of Electronic Attack
Squadron (VAQ) 141 is stopped by an arresting gear wire after landing
aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73)
(picture: US Navy)
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Boeing will deliver to the Navy the first Super Hornets
and Growlers with the Type 4 AMC in 2014. General Dynamics Advanced
Information Systems is Boeing's principal supplier for development of
the AMC.
The F/A-18E/F Super Hornet is a low observable, multirole aircraft that
performs a multitude of missions, including air superiority, day/night
strike with precision-guided weapons, fighter escort, and close air
support. The EA-18G Growler is the only air combat platform that provides
full airborne electronic attack capability along with the targeting
and self-defense capabilities derived from the F/A-18E/F Block II Super
Hornet.
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