Thu, Jul 02, 2009
Lockheed Martin Delivers First Production Unit To The U.S.
Marine Corps
Lockheed Martin has delivered the
first Target Sight System (TSS) production unit at a ceremony held
at its Orlando, FL, facility Tuesday. The TSS is the multi-sensor
fire control system for the U.S. Marine Corps' AH-1Z Cobra
helicopter.
The TSS integrates state-of-the-art sensors, providing Cobra
pilots with enhanced capabilities to acquire, track and designate
targets. The system provides superior imagery through a
highly-stabilized sensor suite that includes a laser designator,
color TV and a third-generation, mid-wave, forward-looking infrared
sensor with advanced image processing.
"Lockheed Martin has worked hard to deliver a superior targeting
system capability for the AH-1Z Cobra," said Col. Harry Hewson,
U.S. Marine Corps Program Manager Air 276. "TSS allows Warfighters
to see farther with greater precision, enabling mission
accomplishment and safe return to base. We are looking forward to
deploying this capability in the field."
The Naval Surface Warfare Center awarded the initial TSS
production contract in March 2008. Production will take place at
Lockheed Martin's facilities in Ocala and Orlando, FL. Delivery of
the 16 systems contracted will be completed in 2010.
"We are committed to providing the U.S. Marine Corps with a
sensor solution that provides outstanding value through high
performance, reliability and combat survivability," said Mike
Inderhees, director of Turreted Systems at Lockheed Martin Missiles
and Fire Control. "With TSS, Cobra pilots can now identify a threat
from significantly increased standoff ranges, allowing them to
accurately engage the enemy at maximum weapon ranges."
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