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UK Tactical Data Systems
Reference Guide
UK Tactical Data Systems
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The information contained within this chapter is organised
in the following order:
Section One - Description of the organisation for TDL
operations within the overall umbrella of the arrangements for the defence of
the UK and associated training activities.
Section Two - Data sheets for UK platforms that provide
information on equipment capabilities associated with TDL operations. The
data sheets are roughly grouped in terms of TDL capabilities and functions.
Many of these platforms often deploy away from the UK but will also
contribute to defence of the UK and use UK training facilities. Brief
description of system / equipment capabilities that do not have TDL
capabilities but may benefit from TDL derived information is also included.
Section Three – Description of the Joint Command
formations that will utilise TDL capabilities and associated CIS
capabilities. Data sheets for formations established to provide TDL
capabilities for deployment outside the UK are also included here.
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Section One
UKCAOC
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Situated within the underground bunker provisions at RAF
High Wycombe, the UKCAOC is responsible for the overall coordination of
NATO’s air defence, ground attack and maritime air elements within Air
Policing Area 9 (essentially the UK FIR with some additional
responsibilities). It is from the UKCAOC that a Duty Controller orders any
reaction in response to an unauthorised incursion into UK National and NATO
airspace. The UK ASACS is designed to achieve optimum coverage of Area 9 and
it thus forms the structure that must be utilised in order to realise the
potential of UK Tactical Data systems. The configuration of the UK ASACS is
monitored and controlled 24 hours a day by a dedicated team working within
the UKCAOC. This team, its equipment and the specific arrangements made for
TDL operations are discussed in the following sections.
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UKASACS (Command and Control (CRC) / Remote Radar Heads
(RRH))
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Mission. UK ASACS is a comprehensive, secure,
reliable and survivable network that provides NATO with AD and C2, and UK with peacetime air C2 training for deployable forces. The system gathers information on
all ac flying in UK Area Of Interest (AOI) comparing it to legitimate ac
movements to produce a Recognised Air Picture (RAP). The RAP is used to
control interceptors investigating unauthorised incursions and control
military training sorties within UK airspace. UK ASACS is responsible for
managing the UK ballistic missile warning system.
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Complement. One operational CRC and training school at Boulmer (BL) and an operational CRC at Scampton. seven Remote Radar
Heads (RRH) Buchan (BU), Neatishead (NT), Benbecula (BE), Saxa Vord (SV),
Faeroes (FA), Staxton Wold (SW) and Portreath (PT). The ASACS is configured
by UK CAOC*.
Shelter. The CRC is located in an underground
bunker and the RRHs are housed within hardened shelters.
DHS. United Kingdom Air Defence Ground Environment
Capability Maintenance Programme (UCMP) is operational.
Sensors. 2 T92, 4 T93 3-D E/F-band long-range
EPM-protected static sensors, but radars are trailer mounted and can be
re-deployed if necessary. FA has slightly less capable T91 D-band radar.
Sensor coverage is supplemented by civilian ATC radars.
Consoles. 42 at each CRC.
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Communications. Each CRC has access to
comprehensive suite of UHF / VHF radios, including Have-Quick 2, located
throughout the UK. HF provided by Strike Command Integrated Communication
System (STCICS). CRCs also have extensive telecommunications connectivity.
Encryption. Inter-site network is fully encrypted,
but Link 1 is not; however, UCMP-ADLBS intra-site connectivity is physically
protected and is thus secure.
TDL Capability. Early warning data (but not EW
strobes) exchanged by full-duplex Link 1 with Norway, Denmark, Belgium, Netherlands and France, and by Link 11B / Link 1 buffer with Iceland. ASACS exchanges tactical data with mobile platforms via a Link 1 interface with the ADLBS
and SSSB. Some JAPNMS*UKCAOC equipment also located at UK ASACS sites.
Future Enhancements. UCMP will be replaced by
NATO’s Air Command and Control System (ACCS) in 2011.
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Equipment and Locations until Dec 2006
ADLBS
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Formerly known as ASR 894, ADLBS forms a buffer between UCMP and mobile TDL platforms. System receives Link 1 from UCMP and SSSB and Link 11 and IJMS
from mobile platforms. The data is correlated in the DLB and forwarded,
subject to filters, to those links not already holding those tracks, but
system will not forward data between Link 11 and IJMS.
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Complement. Three IJMS / Link 11 DLBs at SV, BL
& NT. IJMS only DLB at FA. Link 11 only DLB at BU.
Shelter. Operator ws in CRC; rest in 20 ft ISO cabin.
DHS. The five sites form a WAN with all data
disseminated around the system in real-time.
Consoles. Two ws per unit.
Radios. UHF (secure /insecure) and HF (insecure
only).
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TDL Capability. BU & SV UHF Link 11 only; BL
& NT UHF & HF capable (CLEW waveform and Net Control Station (NCS) and Grid Reference Unit (GRU) capable). ADLBS also operates as IJMS NTR. Automatic and
manual correlation between Link 11, IJMS and Link 1. Link 1 limited to 1200
bps causing data latency and correlation problems. Planning avoids data
looping, but known problem with some platforms when changing hostile ID
categories.
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SSSB
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The SSSB is a NATO facility that provides an interface
between naval surface units and the European AD system. It is essentially a
data forwarder that forwards data, subject to filtering, between all or any
of the links it supports, i.e. Links 1, 11 and 14.
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Complement. Three DLBs situated at PT, SV and BE
(C&M); additional DLBs planned for BU (2003) and FA (2004).
Shelter. Two x 20 ft ISO cabins.
DHS. The SSSBs are not inter-networked, but are connected
to the ADLBS by Link 1.
Radios. UHF and HF (insecure only).
Consoles. Two ws per unit.
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TDL Capability. All sites both UHF and HF capable; PT
also has HF skywave aerials pointed both N and SW. SSSB has Link 11 CLEW
waveform and can operate as NCS and GRU. Data latency with remains a problem
for ADLBS because two Link 1 connections are involved. Track correlation is
undertaken within the ADLBS.
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Overall ASACS TDL Capability
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RAP generally accurate and timely, but maritime surface
tracks and EW need manual intervention. There is no automated battle
management and weapons control.
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UK Joint Data Links Management Organisation
(UK JDLMO)
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The UK JDLMO is a National tri-service organisation and is
co-located with UKCAOC. The JDLMO manages TDL on behalf of CAOC 9 within Air
Policing Area (ARA) 9, whilst supporting :
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The maintenance of all TDL operations within UK FIR / UIR and
OOA deployments by UK forces.
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The policing of MIDS / JTIDS networks within NATO ARA 9 on behalf of CAOC 9, UK MOD and the CAA.
To achieve its objective the JDLMO is sub-divided into
three cells:
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Data Links Management Cell (DLMC).
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Network Design Cell (NDC).
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Plans and Training. (P & T).
ORGANISATION
DLMC. The DLMC is responsible for the planning and coordination
of all UK based JTIDS / MIDS operations and undertakes the active management
of the Operational Network (OPNET). The cell is also responsible for
obtaining Frequency Clearance for visiting platforms to the UK, development platforms within the UK and UK platforms deploying overseas, and is mandated to
monitor Frequency Clearance compliance on behalf of the CAA.
NDC. The NDC is responsible for the design of all
MIDS / JTIDS networks employed within APA 9 except designs produced by the
SHAPE Network Design Facility for use during cross border exercises. JTIDS
Users (JU) operating within APA 9 may only utilise MIDS / JTIDS network
designs authorised by the JDLMO.
Plans & Training. Awaiting establishment of
personnel and task(s).
TOOLS
TDL Network Design System (TNDS). The TDL planning
function is supported by the TNDS, which has a comprehensive geographic
planning interface that allows theatre-wide IER planning. The TNDS also has
a JTIDS network design element for allocating individual transmission and
receipt assignments for each platform within the network.
JTIDS Portable Capability (JPC). An austere
deployable network management capability is provided by JDLMO personnel using
the JPC.
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JTIDS Network Management System (JNMS)
As at Sep 06
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JNMS replaces the UK JTIDS Air Platform Network Management
System (JAPNMS) as the UK fixed wide-area JTIDS (Link 16 and IJMS) network
management tool. The JNMS provides the capability to monitor and manage up to
six multiple JTIDS networks or a single, complex network within UK airspace. The system comprise of two distinct parts; two Network Management Modules
(NMM) provide the processing, communications and displays necessary for
Network Managers (NM) to monitor and manage the Network(s), six Remote
Terminal Modules (RTM) will be located throughout the UK each being equipped
with terminals, antennas, power supplies and crypto equipment to enable the
System to interface with the JTIDS networks.
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Complement. NMMs will be sited within the JDLMO and
at CRC Scampton (SA) to provide multiple NM positions and system redundancy /
back up. Six RTMs located at Buchan (BU), Staxton Wold (SW), Neatishead (NT),
Tregantle Fort (TF), Valley (VY) and Benbecula (BE) will provide the widest
possible coverage of the UK airspace at medium to high level.
Consoles. 2 ws per NM
Terminal.
TDL Capability. The JNMS monitors Time Slot (TS)
usage by all JTIDS Units, calculates Time Slot Duty Factor (TSDF) for whole
networks and all units. It can change TS allocations remotely. The JNMS
Monitors networks for frequency clearance issues, including proximity to
navigation aids. Although capable of receiving all Link 16 and IJMS
messages, only data necessary for network management is displayed.
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Radios. 2.4 and 16 kbps JTIDS voice, UHF and HF.
Connectivity. The UK Defence Fixed
Telecommunication System (DFTS) will provide the required connectivity
between each system location.
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Multi-TDL
Management System (MTMS) (Dec 06)
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The MTMS will provide the UK with a deployable capability
to plan, monitor and manage multiple TDL networks across a theatre of
operations. The System will provide sophisticated functionality to support
the planning of TDL architectures involving Link 11A, Link 11B and JTIDS (Link
16). Using MTMS, the JDLMO will be able to deploy a UK Data Link Management
Cell (DLMC) to monitor and manage up to three JTIDS (Link 16) networks (or a
single complex wide-area JTIDS network) and two Link 11A nets.
MTMS will comprise of:
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One Network Management Module (NMM) to provide the processing
and displays necessary to support the Network Manger (NM) planning and
monitoring / managing tasks.
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Three Link 16 Remote Terminal Modules (RTM), each of which are
equipped with terminals, radios, antennas, power supplies and crypto devices
to interface with the various nets/network.
The NMM will be co-located with a Component Commander (CC)
HQ (primarily the JFACHQ) to enable the NMs to liaise and coordinate with
other planners and operations staffs.
It is envisaged that the RTMs will be co-located with
units such as No 1ACC or Army Div HQs within Line-of-Sight of the forward
Battlespace. Connectivity between the NMM and RTMs, which may be separated by
up to 600nm across the operational theatre, will be provided by the SKYNET V
service.
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Receive
Only Link Eleven (ROLE)
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ROLE is a standalone Link 11 receive only facility that
can operate at either HF or UHF, but it does not implement all Link 11
messages. It has a colour display and keyboard, and may be fitted to
platforms without an automated command or TDS system, but which nevertheless
have a requirement for a TDL picture, possibly to provide information out of
the platform’s own sensor range. The display range of ROLE is 2000nm. As UK
JDLMO has no access to the ASACS Data Link Buffer System (ADLBS) or SSSB, it
uses a ROLE facility to monitor Link 11 operations within the UK Area Of
Responsibility (AOR).
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Section Two
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This
section provides data sheets for UK TDL equipped platforms. The data
provided is in a format that is common to all the platforms and capabilities
discussed. Operations planners may require greater levels of detail than
those provided here. In order to limit each data sheet to one page common
abbreviations are used and are defined here. Where a common abbreviation is
not appropriate, plain English is used.
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Platform
/ Unit Overview
The
platform / unit overview will give information that indicates the role of the
platform or unit and other information considered pertinent to its
operation. Thus, for example, typical mission lengths for aircraft are of
interest while 24 hour operation of a ship does not need to be mentioned.
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Data
Handling Systems
This
section is split into the three platform environments of Air, Maritime and
Land. Integrated TDL processing capability will be indicated.
Air
Host system nomenclature or free
text .
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Maritime
Command System (CS) nomenclature –
ADAWS, CACS, DNA1, DNA2.
Command Support System (CSS) – processing of RMP with input from CS.
Data link processor –
Data Link Processing System (DLPS)
– Combat System Highway participant.
Tactical Data Link Server (TDLS) –
Integrated with CS.
Data Link Pre Processor (DLPP) –
Separate TDL processor connected to CS.
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Land
Host system nomenclature – JOCS,
RAFCSS, PJFACSS, CTAPS, TDL processing / management nomenclature where
appropriate
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Position
The following terminology is used:
Global Positioning System (GPS) – where the primary means of determining position is through the reception of GPS signals.
Inertial Reference System – where
the primary means of determining position is through the use of an inertial
navigation system.
Gyroscope – Where the primary means
of determining position is through the use of a traditional gyroscope compass
system.
Combinations of position system and
this will be indicated.
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Sensors
Air
Radar Air
to Air (all current fits assumed to be TWS, MTI etc.).
Air
to Ground (current fits generally assumed to be MTI) .
Air/Surface
surveillance (generally E/F band).
Land
surveillance (band specified).
IFF MK X - Modes 1, 2 and 3A.
MK
XII - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C and 4.
MK
XIIA - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C, 4 and 5.
Mode
S.
ESM Radar
ESM (RESM), Communications ESM (CESM), RWR.
EO/IR Free
text.
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Maritime
Radar LRAS
3D - Long-range Air Surveillance 3D (generally D band)
LRAS
2D - Long-range Air Surveillance 2D (generally D band)
MRAS/TI
- Medium Range Air / Surface Surveillance and Target Indication (generally
E/F band)
SRAS/TI
-Short Range Air / Surface Surveillance and Target Indication (generally E/F
band)
SRSN
– Short Range Surface Surveillance/Navigation (generally I band)
FC
- Fire Control (generally I band)
MFR
– 3D Multi Function Radar for surveillance, target indication. FC may also
be included. (band specified)
IFF MK X - Modes 1, 2 and 3A
MK
XII - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C and 4
MK
XIIA - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C, 4 and 5
Mode
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ESM Radar
ESM (RESM), Communications ESM (CESM)
EO/IR Surveillance
and / or FC (EO and/or IR may be specified)
Sonar Short,
Medium or Long-range Active Sonar, Passive Sonar, Variable Depth (VD) or
Towed Array (TA)
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Land
Radar LRAS
3D - Long-range Air Surveillance 3D (generally D band)
LRAS
2D - Long-range Air Surveillance 2D (generally D band)
MRA/TI
- Medium Range Air Surveillance and Target Indication (generally E/F band)
SRA/TI
- Short Range Air Surveillance and Target Indication (generally E/F band)
FC
- Fire Control (generally I band)
MFR
– 3D Multi Function Radar (band specified)
IFF MK X - Modes 1, 2 and 3A
MK
XII - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C and 4
MK
XIIA - Modes 1, 2, 3A, C, 4 and 5
Mode
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EO/IR Surveillance
and/or FC (EO and / or IR may be specified)
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TDL Capability
Link 16 C2 JTIDS
or MIDS + version or satellite/STDL
Link 16 Non
C2 JTIDS or MIDS + version
Link 16 SA Situation
Awareness JTIDS or MIDS + version
Link 11
Link 11B
Link 22
Link 1
VMF
Others Includes
IJIMS capable
Remarks JU, PU, RU, CIU, FJU etc.
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Communications
Capability is
indicated by 4
UHF only
V/UHF
Secure Voice
V/UHF
VHF only (IMM
indicates maritime use)
HF CLEW only
HF CLEW/SLEW
Secure Voice
HF
SATCOM SHF, EHF, UHF, INMARSAT
HaveQuick/Saturn
SINCGARS
Remarks Free
text
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Weapons
Air – Air BVRAAM,
MRAAM, SRAAM.
Air – Ground CM
(cruise missiles), ARM, Precision Weapons, Anti-Tank, Rockets, Chain Guns,
Gun(s) (with size).
Air – Surface
CM, ASM.
Surface – Air Area
Defence Missiles, Self Defence Missiles, Self Defence Guns (with size).
Surface –
Surface CM, SSM, Guns (with size).
Subsurface Torpedoes
- anti-ship or anti-S/M.
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Sensor/Weapon
Relationship
Free text
with brief overview of essential elements of system design.
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Defensive
Systems
Includes
indication of whether integrated or not.
DASS
MWS
RWR
Decoys -
Chaff, IR, Onboard Jammer, Off board Jammer, Floating decoys, Noise.
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Additional
Systems
Free text
with system names and any necessary explanation.
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E3D
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The E3-D
was procured as the UK's contribution to the NATO AEW Force, but is now
employed extensively in the AWACS role. The E3-D’s roles include the C2
functions of air / sea surveillance, weapons control and an emerging Command
function known as Airborne Command Element (ACE). The E3-D may also give
assistance to offensive air forces in penetrating an opponent’s defences, as well
as to providing support to AAR, Air Transport (AT) and Combat Search And
Rescue (CSAR) operations. The aircraft’s endurance is approximately 10 hrs,
but this can be extended using either drogue or boom AAR. A normal crew is
18 (four flight deck, 14 mission crew: Tactical Director, Fighter Allocator
and two Fighter Controllers, Surveillance Controller and two / three
operators, Link Manager, ESM and Comms operator, and comms, display and radar
technicians. The aircraft are parented at RAF WADDINGTON with mission
tasking normally through the NATO AEW Force Command
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DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
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CC2E main
computer based on the IBM 4Pi system.
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POSITION
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Inertial
Reference Systems & GPS
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SENSORS
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TDL
CAPABILITY
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Radar
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Air/Surface
Surv
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Link 16 C2
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JTIDS
Class 2H
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IFF
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MK XII
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Link 11
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CLEW only
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ESM
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RESM
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Link 11B
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IJIMS
capable
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Remarks
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JU, PU,
CIU
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COMMUNICATIONS
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UHF
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4
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SATCOM
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2 x UHF
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V/UHF
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4
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HF CLEW
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4
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VHF
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4
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HF
SLEW/CLEW
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Secure
Voice V/UHF
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4
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Secure
Voice HF
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4
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HaveQuick/Saturn
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4
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SINCGARS
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4
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Remarks
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V/UHF
radios either HaveQuick or SINCGARS configuration
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WEAPONS
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None
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DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
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None
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SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
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Although
without its own weapons the E3 has significant capability for the control and
coordination of fighter (and supporting) aircraft. Positioning to achieve
the required surveillance and fighter coordination is therefore paramount.
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Additional
Systems
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Mission Data Exchange System (HF only).
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Sea King Mk 7 ASaC
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The Sea
King ASaC Mk 7 is optimised for the provision of air surveillance and control
of interceptor aircraft for Fleet defence. It can also undertake surface
search and provide support for counter air operations and CAS. Improved capability to contribute to land operations can be expected to be provided within
its existing systems in the near future.
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DATA
HANDLING SYSTEMS
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Integrated
host and TDL system
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POSITION
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Inertial
Reference System & GPS
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SENSORS
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TDL
CAPABILITY
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Radar
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Air/Surface
Surv
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Link 16 C2
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AN-URC/138
terminal
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IFF
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MK XII
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ESM
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RESM
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Remarks
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C2
capability does not include J9.0 Command messages Tx
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COMMUNICATIONS
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UHF
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SATCOM
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V/UHF
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4
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HF
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4
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VHF
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HF
SLEW/CLEW
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Secure
Voice V/UHF
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4
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Secure
Voice HF
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HaveQuick/Saturn
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4
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SINCGARS
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Remarks
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WEAPONS
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DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
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None
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None
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SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
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The fully
integrated radar and Link 16 system are optimised for the control of CAP stations and the associated weapons systems. The radar also has significant capability
against land targets and this will be exploited through addition to the
existing host processing and TDL message capabilities.
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Additional
Systems
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Portable
Loading Device (PLD) enables Link 16 and mission settings to be prepared and
carried onboard.
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CVS
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Two active
CVS operate both fixed wing (STOVL) and rotary wing ASuW, ASW and AEW aircraft.
The mix of aircraft can be varied for the operation in hand. Extensive C2
capability is provided to enable a Force Command Function to be undertaken.
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DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
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CS, CSS, DLPS,
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POSITION
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GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
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SENSORS
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TDL
CAPABILITY
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Radar
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LRAS 2D, SRAS/TI,
2 x SRSN
Additional
ATC radar fitted to ILLUSTRIOUS
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Link 16 C2
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JTIDS
Class 2H, STDL
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IFF
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MK XII
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Link 11
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CLEW/SLEW
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ESM
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RESM
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Remarks
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JU, PU,
CIU
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EO
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Surv
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Sonar
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MRAS
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COMMUNICATIONS
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4
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SATCOM
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2 x SHF, 2 x UHF (FTR), INMARSAT,
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UHF
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V/UHF
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4
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HF CLEW
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VHF
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2 x IMM
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HF
SLEW/CLEW
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4
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Secure
Voice V/UHF
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4
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Secure
Voice HF
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4
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HaveQuick/Saturn
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4
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SINCGARS
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Remarks
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All
operators can access secure voice communications
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WEAPONS
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DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
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Surface to
Air
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3 x 20mm Phalanx
or 30mm Goalkeeper
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IR/Chaff
decoys, Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys
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Surface to
Surface
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2 x 20mm
guns
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SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
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The CVS weapon systems are now optimised for self defence. However, a full multi environment
tactical picture compilation and tactical command capability is retained.
All local
sensor data is compiled into the tactical picture in the CS where the RAP is
displayed. The DPLS conducts TDL processing of remote and local data under
the control of CS operators. Control and coordination of TDL and Non TDL
fitted aircraft is fully supported by the CS.
CSS uses data from the CS and from the MCC ashore (both NATO & National sources) to display
an extensive, accurate RMP. Additional CSS facilities are provided for the
Force Command function.
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Additional
Systems
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Additional
standalone national systems assist the Force Command function.
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T42
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The T42
provides the current RN area SAM force defence capability with the Sea Dart
missile system and the T42 is provided with facilities to operate as the
Force AAW Coordinator. The ship is also capable of anti-surface, anti-submarine
and fire support operations. Flying facilities are provided for Lynx
helicopters that operate in ASuW (Sea Skua ASM) or ASW (Stingray torpedo)
roles.
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DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
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CS, CSS, DLPS,
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POSITION
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GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
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SENSORS
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TDL
CAPABILITY
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Radar
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LRAS 2D, SRAS/TI,
2 x SRSN
2 x FC
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Link 16 C2
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JTIDS
Class 2H, STDL
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IFF
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MK XII
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Link 11
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CLEW/SLEW
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ESM
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RESM
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Remarks
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JU, PU,
CIU
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EO
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Surv
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Sonar
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MRAS
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COMMUNICATIONS
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4
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SATCOM
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2 x SHF, INMARSAT
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UHF
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V/UHF
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4
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HF CLEW
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VHF
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2 x IMM
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HF
SLEW/CLEW
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4
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Secure
Voice V/UHF
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4
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Secure
Voice HF
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4
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HaveQuick/Saturn
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4
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SINCGARS
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Remarks
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All
operators can access secure voice communications
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WEAPONS
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DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
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Surface to
Air
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Sea Dart,
2 x 20 mm Phalanx
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IR/Chaff,
Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys
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Surface to
Surface
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2 x 20mm
guns,
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Surface to
Subsurface
|
2 x triple
torpedo tubes
|
|
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
All local
sensor data is compiled into the tactical picture in the CS where the RAP is
displayed. The DLPS conducts TDL processing of remote and local data under
the control of CS operators. The surveillance radars provide 2D data but
very accurate height data can be obtained using the Sea Dart FC radar. Sea
Dart engagements are controlled through the ADAWS Mod 1 CS.
Control
and coordination of TDL and Non TDL fitted aircraft is fully supported by the
CS. The CSS uses data from the CS and from the MCC (both NATO & National
sources) to display an extensive, accurate RMP.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
T45
|
The T45 is
equipped with the Principle Anti-Air Missile System (PAAMS), designed to
defend surface units from multiple simultaneous low and fast air threats.
Capabilities are prioritised for Air Defence but anti-surface, anti-submarine
and fire support operations can also be conducted. Two Phalanx 20mm AAW guns
have an anti-surface capability. Facilities for the carriage of special
forces and support to their operations are provided. Flying facilities enable
full support of Merlin or Lynx helicopters with the flight deck sufficiently
large enough to operate Chinook helicopters. The ship has facilities to
assume command of Task Units and Elements in all environments.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
CS, CSS, TDLS,
|
POSITION
|
GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
LRAS 3D, MFR (G band), 3 x SRSN
|
Link 16 C2
|
JTIDS
Class 2H, STDL
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII,
Mode S
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
|
|
ESM
|
RESM, CESM
|
Remarks
|
JU, PU,
CIU, Growth provision for Link 22
|
|
EO
|
Surv &
FC
|
|
Sonar
|
MRAS
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
SATCOM
|
2 x SHF, 2 x UHF (FTR), INMARSAT,
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
2 x IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
All
operators can access secure voice communications.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
PAAMS, 2 x
20mm Phalanx
|
|
IR/Chaff
decoys, Active off board decoys, Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys.
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
115 mm Gun, 2 x 30mm guns, SSM (FTR)
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
All local
sensor data is compiled into the tactical picture in the CS where the RAP is
displayed. The TDLS conducts TDL processing of remote and local data under
the control of CS operators. Height data accuracy is broadly comparable to IFF Mode C at medium to long-ranges. The PAAMS operates as an independent system using MFR data
but checks Identity with the CS tactical picture. Control and coordination of
TDL and Non TDL fitted aircraft is fully supported by the CS. The CSS uses data from the CS and from the MCC (both NATO & National sources) to display an
extensive, accurate RMP.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
Nav System
(not integrated), METOC system with Satellite data receiver.
|
Typhoon
|
Eurofighter
(Typhoon in the UK) is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) interception and close air
combat fighter, capable of destroying a wide range of aerial targets,
including Cruise Missile (CM), Remotely Piloted Vehicles (RPV)s and drones.
It also has a surface attack capability against enemy airfields and surface
forces. Its sophisticated host system conducts data fusion processes and it
can operate in the EW environment by day and by night, in all weathers for
air defence, and in poor visibility and low cloud-base for its air-to-surface
role. The systems include the Voice-Throttle-And-Stick (VTAS) pilot control
system employing Direct Voice Input (DVI), Helmet Mounted Symbology (HMS),
Head Up Display (HUD) and Head Down Displays (HDD)
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
NCTR
capability
|
POSITION
|
Laser INS & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Air
& Air-Ground modes
|
Link 16
Non C2
|
MIDS LVT1
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
|
|
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
Remarks
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
FLIR, PIRATE
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
MRAAM,
SRAAM, 127mm cannon
|
DASS
|
RWR, MAW,
LWR
IR/Chaff
decoys, ECM, Towed Radar Decoy
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
CM, ASM, ARM, Precision weapons, Bombs
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The
Typhoon employs an extensive data fusion system that presents the pilot with
an integrated tactical picture. The data can then be exploited rapidly for
weapon system purposes, including through the use of direct voice input.
Linkage to a C2 unit remains necessary for the provision of Typhoon object
tracks on the Link 16 Surveillance NPG but the range of data that may be
provided is extensive, including fighter derived Identity.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Tornado F3
|
Originally
developed as a long-range interceptor for the defence of UK airspace, subsequent changes in operational tasking led to the implementation of a major
capability sustainment programme that re-equipped the F3 as a counter-air
operations fighter.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Integrated
host, TDL and weapon systems
|
POSITION
|
INS & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Air
|
Link 16
Non C2
|
Class 2
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
|
|
|
|
ESM
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
MRAAM,
SRAAM, 127mm cannon
|
RHWR
IR/Chaff
decoys Towed Radar Decoy
|
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
Nil
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The
exchange of data between two or more F3s enables significantly improved sensor
coverage of designated areas to be achieved, particularly when coupled with
surveillance data from C2 units. The aircraft navigator ensures TDL data is
matched to the aircraft sensor data enabling optimum exploitation of weapon
capabilities and efficient countering of threats.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Tristar
|
Converted
from the Lockheed L-1011 Tristar 500 airliner, RAF Tristar ac operate in the
Air Transport (AT) and strategic / tactical AAR roles (single refuelling
point). Six dual role K-series Tristar ac are excellent for fighter
deployments as they can carry squadron personnel and supplies whilst
refuelling the fighters en route. All versions are capable of operating in
the Aeromedical evacuation role.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Nil
|
POSITION
|
Inertial Reference
System & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
Nav
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted. PPLI, Free Text and Voice may be transmitted.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
Mixed
comms fit within fleet.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Nil
|
|
RWR
|
|
|
|
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Link 16
SAC provides the aircraft with SA, particularly with regard to refuelling
activity.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
VC-10
|
Converted
from the VC-10 airliner, the VC10 K3/4 is a 3-point tanker aircraft, fuel
being dispensed from either the two wing hoses or from the single
fuselage-mounted refuelling point. The wing hoses can transfer fuel at up to
1,000 kg per minute and are used to refuel smaller aircraft (such as Tornados
or Harriers). The fuselage position can transfer fuel at up to 2,000 kg per
minute and is used to refuel large aircraft.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Nil
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference System & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
Nav
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted. PPLI, Free Text and Voice may be transmitted
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Nil
|
|
RWR
|
|
|
|
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Link 16
SAC provides the aircraft with SA, particularly with regard to refuelling
activity.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
T22
|
The T22
Frigates have evolved into general purpose surface combatants with
substantial anti-surface, anti-submarine and anti-air weapons systems
together with good C2 capabilities that make them ideal flagships for small
maritime forces. Flying facilities are provided for up to two Lynx
helicopters that operate in ASuW (Sea Skua ASM) or ASW (Stingray torpedo)
roles.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
CS , CSS, DLPP,
|
POSITION
|
GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
2 x SRAS/TI,
SRSN
2 x FC
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted for deployment.
IBS
|
|
EO
|
Surv &
FC
|
|
Sonar
|
LRAS
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
2 x SHF, INMARSAT
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
2 x IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
All
operators can access secure voice communications
|
|
WEAPONS
|
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
Sea Wolf SAM, 2 x 30 mm Goalkeeper
|
|
IR/Chaff,
Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
SSM, 114
mm gun, 2 x 20mm guns,
|
|
Surface to
Subsurface
|
2 x triple
torpedo tubes
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Local sensor
data is compiled into the tactical picture in the CS where the RAP is
displayed. The DLPP conducts TDL processing of remote data under the control
of CS operators.
The DLPP
is capable of Link 11 operations only and may be limited in scope of update.
The
surveillance radars provide 2D data for self defence purposes. Sea Wolf
engagements are controlled by an independent system operating with data from
the CS.
Control of
aircraft is limited to helicopters and ASuW/ASW supporting aircraft. The CSS uses data from the CS and from the MCC (both NATO & National sources) to display an
extensive, accurate RMP.
|
T23
|
The T23
Frigates have been developed into capable general purpose surface combatants
with substantial anti-surface, anti-submarine and anti-air weapons systems,
making them ideal escort platforms. Flying facilities are provided for one
Merlin or 2 Lynx helicopters that operate in ASuW (Sea Skua ASM- Lynx only)
or ASW (Stingray torpedo) roles. The Merlin is Link 11 fitted.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
CS, CSS, DLPS,
|
POSITION
|
GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
SRAS/TI,
SRSN
2 x FC
|
Link 16
SAC
|
STDL
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII,
SIFF
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted for deployment.
|
|
EO
|
Surv &
FC
|
|
Sonar
|
LRAS
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
2 x SHF, INMARSAT
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
2 x IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
All
operators can access secure voice communications.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
Sea Wolf SAM, 2 x 30 mm Goalkeeper
|
|
IR/Chaff,
Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys.
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
SSM, 114
mm gun, 2 x 30mm guns,
|
|
Surface to
Subsurface
|
2 x
magazine launched torpedo tubes.
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Local
sensor data is compiled into the tactical picture in the CS where the RAP and
tactical data are displayed. The DLPS conducts TDL processing of remote and
local data under the control of CS operators. Link 16 data can be passed
using STDL with T42 / CVS. The CS is capable of Link 11 data only so the DLPS
‘forwards’ STDL / Link 16 data into Link 11 format for its exchanges with the
CS.
The
surveillance radars provide very accurate 2D data for self defence purposes.
Sea Wolf is an independent system operating with data from the CS.
Control of
aircraft is limited to helicopters and ASuW / ASW supporting aircraft. The CSS uses data from the CS and from the MCC (both NATO & National sources) to display an
extensive, accurate RMP.
|
Nimrod MR2
|
Land based
long-range Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) used primarily in the roles of
maritime surface surveillance, ASW, ASuW and SAR (by giving guidance to
rescue craft and dropping survival equipment). The MR2 is now increasingly
used in overland surveillance tasks. Not all aircraft are Link 11 fitted.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Integrated
mission system
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference Systems & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
|
Link 11
|
CLEW only
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
|
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
EO surv
|
|
|
|
Sonar
|
Active/passive
sonobuoys
|
Remarks
|
PU
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
Nil (has
been SRAAM fitted in past operations)
|
MAWS
IR/Chaff
decoys
|
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
Torpedoes
ASM
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The GR4 is
capable of employing a sophisticated range of air to surface weapons and a
variety of targeting options often provided through underwing pod
capability. TDL capability to be provided in order to support targeting and
SA is currently (May 2006) being decided.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
Pre-flight
preparation of mission data in Mission Support System. AIS can be fitted.
Video can be downlinked in real-time from EO system.
|
Merlin HAS Mk1
|
ASW / ASuW
helicopter. Using and / or passive sonar, Merlin is able to locate, identify
and attack submarines, without assistance if necessary. Using radar and ESM
in the ASuW role, Merlin can build up a comprehensive surface picture and, by
data-linking to other units, enable targets to be attacked. Merlin can also
undertake secondary missions, such as Search And Rescue (SAR), Casualty
Evacuation (CASEVAC), troop transport and cargo lifting. It can carry 12
troops with the full ASW mission system fitted and 20 with the sonar and
sonobuoy dispensers removed).
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Host
system with integrated tactical picture
Acoustic
suite
|
POSITION
|
Laser gyro
Inertial Reference System & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
Surv
|
Link 11
|
CLEW only
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
|
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
|
|
|
|
Sonar
|
Active
sonar body,
Active/passive
sonobuoys
|
Remarks
|
PU
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
Merlin is
only RN link 11 unit limited to CLEW operations, corresponding impact on RN
Link 11 networks.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
|
Nil
|
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
Torpedoes
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Merlin is
optimised for ASW operations and can conduct all aspect of attacking a
submarine. Its Link 11 capability also allows it make a significant
contribution to surface picture compilation and thus ASuW, although the RN
version is not fitted with anti-surface weapons.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SSN
|
The SSNs
of the Swiftsure and Trafalgar Class and the Astute class are sophisticated,
deep diving, high-speed attack submarines, capable of fulfilling a range of
maritime military tasks. In particular, the SSN’s characteristics of
stealth, endurance and flexibility afford it unparalleled freedom to operate
world-wide, either independently or in support of a surface ship task group
or land operation. Specific tasks include seeking out and destroying other
submarines, reducing an opposing force’s flexibility by denying it the use of
an area, and using the Tomahawk Land-Attack Missile (TLAM) missile to
influence the land battle or provide conventional deterrence. Additionally,
a SSN can approach a coastline or opposing surface force, undetected, to
collect intelligence.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
SMCS, TDL standalone processor
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference Systems & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
SRSN
|
Link 16
SAC
|
STDL (Astute
only)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Link 11
|
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
EO surv
|
|
|
|
Sonar
|
LRAS,
Passive, Towed Array
|
Remarks
|
TDL not
integrated with SMCS
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Subsurface
to Surface
|
CM, SSM,
Torpedoes
|
Underwater
decoys
|
|
|
Subsurface
to Subsurface
|
Torpedoes
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
TDL is
used to provide SA data to S/M. Data will normally be used to confirm / update
tactical picture held in SMCS.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
LPH (HMS OCEAN)
|
Ocean is a
Landing Platform helicopter (LPH) Amphibious Assault Ship with the primary
role of transporting and landing an Embarked Military Force (EMF), achieving
the landing of the assault force with helicopters and landing craft. Twelve Merlin
sized helicopters and six Lynx helicopters can be supported.
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|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
CS, CSS, DLPS
|
POSITION
|
GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
SRAS/TI,
SRSN x 2
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII,
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
Receive only
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted for deployment.
|
|
EO
|
Surv
|
|
Sonar
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
2 x SHF
INMARSAT,
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
2 x IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
Software
radios provide programmable capability such as HaveQuick
All
operators can access secure voice communications circuits
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|
WEAPONS
|
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
3 x 20mm
Phalanx
|
|
IR/Chaff
decoys, Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys.
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
2 x 20mm
guns
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Ocean is
provided with a CS that uses a small number of operators, primarily to enable
the construction of a local tactical picture for self defensive purposes.
The TDL capability is thus primarily provided for SA purposes during transit
and assault operations. Intensive flying operations are conducted during
assaults but procedural measures are used to ensure aircraft safety. Link 16
SA may be fitted for specific deployments.
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|
Additional
Systems
|
|
LPD Albion Class
|
Albion class Landing Platform Dock (LPD) Amphibious Assault Ships have the primary role of
embarking, transporting, landing and recovering troops, their vehicles and
equipment. Landing assault forces is achieved with landing craft and
helicopters. Four landing craft (Tank) (LCT) are operated from the ships
dock and two flight deck spots are provided for medium size helicopter launch
and recovery. A Chinook can be accepted on the flight deck. is to embark,
transport, and deploy and recover (by air and sea) troops and their
equipment, vehicles and miscellaneous cargo, forming part of an Amphibious
Assault Force.
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|
DATA HAN DLING SYSTEMS
|
CS, CSS, DLPS
|
POSITION
|
GPS, 2x Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
SRAS/TI,
SRSN x 2
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII,
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted for deployment.
|
|
EO
|
Surv
|
|
Sonar
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
2 x SHF
INMARSAT,
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
2 x IMM
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
Software
radios provide programmable capability such as HaveQuick.
All
operators can access secure voice communications circuits.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
2 x 30mm
Goalkeeper
|
|
Chaff,
Floating decoys,
Towed
noise decoys
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
2 x 20mm
guns
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The Albion class is provided with a CS that uses a small number of operators, primarily to
enable the construction of a local tactical picture for self defensive
purposes. The TDL capability is thus primarily provided for SA purposes
during transit and assault operations. Intensive landing craft and flying
operations are conducted during assaults with procedural measures used to
ensure traffic safety and coordination. Link 16 SA may be fitted for
specific deployments.
|
ALES
|
The
Autonomous Link 11 System provides real-time Link 11 information to enhance
the situation awareness of the Royal Marine (RM) Commando Battery Fire Coordination
Centre (FCC). Two systems, each with one operator and vehicle mounted are in
service.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Capable of
displaying data for 500 objects out to 512 nm.
|
POSITION
|
GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
None
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
|
Link 11
|
CLEW/SLEW
|
|
IFF
|
|
|
|
|
ESM
|
|
Remarks
|
Receive
only
|
|
EO
|
|
|
Sonar
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
|
HF CLEW
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
4
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
4
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
NIL
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
NIL
|
|
Surface to
Air
|
|
|
|
|
Surface to
Surface
|
|
|
SENSOR
Relationship
|
Link 11
data from Amphibious support ships and aircraft is used for SA purposes,
being visually related to the tactical situation.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
ASTOR
|
ASTOR is a
joint British Army and RAF procurement, comprising an air platform and ground
exploitation facilities. It will provide long-range imagery intelligence and
target selection of the ground over a large area, and has applications in
both peace and crisis operations. The imagery can be analysed on board the
aircraft and passed in near real-time to ground stations and other military
systems. Five modified Global Express business jets can provide continuous
battlefield cover. Eight ground systems are all air transportable by C-130.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
|
POSITION
|
GPS & Inertial Reference Systems
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air/Ground
|
Link 16 C2
|
AN-URC/138
terminal
|
|
IFF
|
|
BMDL
|
See below
|
|
ESM
|
|
Remarks
|
JU -
Notional C2 functionality
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
None
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
Aircraft
fitted with Defensive Aids Sub-System (DASS) with Chaff/flares, Missile
Warning System (MWS) and towed active decoy.
|
|
SENSOR
Relationship
|
The
advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar Type 23 (ASARS-2) with dual-mode SAR, and
MTI passes data over the Broadcast Moving target indicator Data Link (BMDL)
to ground stations. Six Tactical Systems mounted on mobility load carriers
and two larger Operational level Systems are located at appropriate command
locations.
Link 16 is
provided in the aircraft essentially for Situation Awareness purposes.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Nimrod R
|
Electronic
reconnaissance ac that locates, records and examines radio and radar
emissions, for intelligence and EW support to military commanders. With
in-flight refuelling probes and a long loiter capability, the Nimrod R can
make a high-speed dash to the required area of operation and then remain on
task for many hours, making it ideally suited to the electronic
reconnaissance task. The Nimrod R is capable of supporting operations from
strategic through to tactical levels simultaneously.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Integrated
mission system
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference Systems & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
(nav)
|
Link 16 C2
|
JTIDS
Class 2
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Link 11
|
CLEW –
receive only
|
|
ESM
|
RESM, CESM
|
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
EO surv
|
Remarks
|
|
|
Sonar
|
|
Link 16 -
Notional C2 functionality
Fitted
with IDM – can provide TACFIRE & AFAPD.
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
4
|
SATCOM
|
UHF
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
4
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
Nil
|
Nil
|
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
Nil
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The
aircraft gathers electronic data that is subject to onboard collation and
dissemination as appropriate.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
Can
contribute to the Integrated Broadcast Service.
|
Harrier GR7/9
|
The GR7/9
is a day and night ground attack ac that operates primarily in the Close Air
Support (CAS) role, It is operated from air bases, remote field locations or CVS. It is capable of undertaking the full spectrum of anti-surface force operations including
the designation of targets for other platforms attack missions. Medium level
reconnaissance can also be conducted. The ac does not have an air defence
role although SRAAM can be carried for self defence. Most GR7 are being
upgraded to GR9 standard.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Includes
Angle Rate Bombing System
|
POSITION
|
INS & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Nil
|
Nil
|
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Remarks:
TDL
capability currently under consideration through the Tactical Information
Exchange Capability programme. Link 16 and / or VMF through an IDM are
likely to be implemented
|
|
ESM
|
RESM
|
|
EO/IR
|
FLIR, TV, Laser tracking, EO reconnaissance
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF CLEW
|
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
4
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
SRAAM
|
ECM suite
MAWS
IR/Chaff
decoys
|
RWR &
Jammer
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
2 x 25mm
cannon, ASM, Precision weapons, Bombs, Rockets
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The GR7/9
is capable of employing a sophisticated range of air to surface weapons and a
variety of targeting options often provided through underwing pod
capability. TDL capability to be provided in order to support targeting and
SA is currently (May 2006) being decided.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Tornado GR4
|
The GR4 is
a multi-role, all-weather, day or night interdictor aircraft, optimised for
low-level penetration of enemy airspace for precision attacks against
high-value targets. The GR4 can be deployed to conduct operations in the OCA, AI, Suppression of Enemy Air Defences (SEAD) and Tac Recce roles, and it may also be
employed in bombing for strategic effect. The GR4A is a more specialised
reconnaissance version of the GR4. SRAAM may be carried for self defence.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Includes
Angle Rate Bombing System
|
POSITION
|
INS & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air -
Ground
|
Nil
|
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only.
|
Remarks:
TDL
capability currently under consideration through the Tactical Information
Exchange Capability programme. Link 16 and/or VMF through an IDM are likely
to be implemented.
|
|
ESM
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
FLIR, TV, LRMTS tracking, IR Recce system
SLIR/LIR
in GR4.
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air - Air
|
SRAAM
|
Integrated
DASS
|
RWR,
Jamming pod, IR/Chaff decoys
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
27mm
cannon, CM, ASM, ARM, Precision weapons, Bombs, Rockets
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The GR4 is
capable of employing a sophisticated range of air to surface weapons and a
variety of targeting options often provided through underwing pod
capability. TDL capability to be provided in order to support targeting and
SA is currently (May 2006) being decided.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
WAH-64D Apache Longbow
|
Selected
to replace the Lynx anti-tank helicopter, the WAH-64D Apache Longbow attack
helicopter has an all weather, day or night capability and has been designed
for high survivability in combat. It is expected that Apache will achieve
Full Operational Capability (FOC) by June 2007.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
MIL-STD-1553B data-bus and dual 1750A processors
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference System & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Surface
Surv/FC.
|
|
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only.
|
Remarks
|
Fitted
with IDM version 3.02. Aircraft can exchange target data using TACFIRE
protocols.
|
|
ESM
|
Integrated RF inferometer in radar.
|
|
|
EO/IR
|
Target Acquisition
Designation Sight, Laser Range Finder/Designator,
FLIR .
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
4
|
SINCGARS
|
4
|
|
Remarks
|
Interim
comms solution required for operations with Bowman units.
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Air -
Surface
|
30mm chain
gun, ASM, Rockets
|
Integrated
DAS
|
MWS, RWR,
LWR,
IR/Chaff
decoys
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Weapons
and sensors are highly integrated with the MMI interface presenting information
directly through helmet mounted sights as well as on CRTs.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Hercules C-130
|
A number
of C-130 transport aircraft are fitted with Link 16 SAC for Situation
Awareness purposes. The Hercules is used primarily to carry troops, passengers
and freight with a passenger load of 128 being possible.
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
Nil
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference System & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Radar
|
Air-Surface
Nav
|
Link 16
SAC
|
AN-URC/138
terminal (FTR)
|
|
IFF
|
MK XII
transponder only
|
Remarks
|
Link 16
SAC may be fitted. PPLI, Free Text and Voice may be transmitted
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
|
Nil
|
|
MWS
RWR
Countermeasures
|
IR/Chaff
decoys
Expendable
decoys
|
|
|
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
Link 16
SAC provides the aircraft with SA in particular for low level operations over
land.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
16 Air Assault Brigade
SA Capability
|
16 Air Asslt
Bde has developed from its Airmobile/Airborne role, assumed a full Air
Manoeuvre (AM) capability. A mobile Link 16 reception capability is provided
to enable the elements of the RAP to be disseminated to land AD units. The
system consists of two major elements, JTIDS Link 16 Crates (JLC) and the
Distributed Situational Awareness Picture (DSAP). SA for 16 Air Asslt Bde is
provided by one JLC and three DSAPs reception units. All elements are fully
mobile and HF communications are used to distribute data from the JLC to the
DSAPs. Voice communications use V/UHF and HF with secure voice. Note: SA
for 16 Air Asslt Bde is often referred to as Air Manoeuvre Recognised Air
Picture (AMRAP).
|
|
DATA HANDLING SYSTEMS
|
|
POSITION
|
Inertial
Reference Systems & GPS
|
|
SENSORS
|
|
TDL
CAPABILITY
|
|
|
Nil
|
|
Link 16
|
AN-URC/138
terminal
|
|
|
|
Remarks
|
System is
receive only
|
|
COMMUNICATIONS
|
|
|
|
|
UHF
|
|
SATCOM
|
|
|
V/UHF
|
4
|
HF
|
4
|
|
VHF
|
|
HF
SLEW/CLEW
|
|
|
Secure
Voice V/UHF
|
4
|
Secure
Voice HF
|
4
|
|
HaveQuick/Saturn
|
|
SINCGARS
|
|
|
Remarks
|
|
|
WEAPONS
|
None
|
DEFENSIVE
SYSTEMS
|
None
|
|
SENSOR/WEAPON
Relationship
|
The system
is provided to distribute Link 16 data to ground SAM units. There is no
direct linkage to the SAM units but the data provides indication of both
friendly and non friendly air activity approaching the SAM positions.
|
|
Additional
Systems
|
|
Transportable
Interoperability Monitor (TIM)
|
As a standalone,
deployable, TDL interoperability analysis system, the TIM Facility provides a
flexible facility for understanding real-time network participation,
including monitoring, analysis and network management. It offers a variety
of Link 16 and Link 11 functionalities. Major uses include back to back
testing of new and modified platform TDL systems against the qualified TIM
Facility standard.
The TIM
Facility allows active or passive monitoring / participation across a range
of Link 11 and Link 16 networks and f | |
