A joint venture between Rockwell Collins and BAE Systems, Data Link Solutions has recently been awarded a $24 million contract from the U.S. Navy and Naval Warfare Systems Command to provide Link 16 terminals to U.S. and coalition forces.
The Multifunctional Information Distribution System Low-Volume Terminals provide real-time data communications, situational awareness, navigation and digital voice, all in a jam-resistant, crypto-secured package.
“DLS has delivered thousands of MIDS terminals over the past 12 years and we“™re proud to be able to play a role in providing the U.S., NATO and our allies with the family of MIDS products,“ said Michael Beltrani, DLS director.
The award includes MIDS LVT (1) variant radios for U.S. Navy military platforms – such as the MH-60R, MH-60S and F/A-18 – and Foreign Military Sales customers, including Australia and Japan.