BLUF
BAE Systems has completed an upgraded Link 16 test capability for U.S. Air Force F-16 aircraft, improving on-site validation of MIDS JTRS terminals, reducing maintenance delays, and increasing operational availability of network-enabled combat aircraft.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the operational importance of Link 16 tactical data links in modern network-centric air warfare.
- Analyse the role of MIDS JTRS software-defined radios in enabling secure multi-domain communications across allied forces.