Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) Missiles and Fire Control (MFC) has announced a contract award from the U.S. Government for the production of Generation 4 Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (Gen 4 TADS/PNVS) systems. This contract supports the recent U.S. Government Foreign Military Sales (FMS) agreement for AH-64E Apache attack helicopters for the Polish Air Force. This order marks the first time that the Common Sensor Electronic Unit (CSEU) and Generation 2 Turret (Gen 2 Turret) will be provided as baselines for the AH-64E sensors.
The Gen 4 TADS/PNVS system, including the CSEU and Gen 2 Turret, provides pilots with long-range, precision engagement and pilotage capabilities for day, night and adverse weather missions. This sensor system will enable the Apache to remain at a safe distance while effectively engaging targets.
"We are proud to support Poland's modernization efforts by providing our battle-proven TADS/PNVS systems for their new AH-64E Apache helicopters,” said Tom Eldredge, Director of Rotary Wing Sensors at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.
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Download free sample pages More informationIn addition, Lockheed Martin will partner with Poland to establish a TADS/PNVS Special Repair Activity (SRA) at WZL1 in Lódz, increasing the Polish industrial base. With the SRA in place, Poland will have a solid foundation for supporting their new Apache sensors.
“The SRA will support local maintenance and repair of most Gen 4 TADS/PNVS system repairable parts,” said Eldredge. “This capability will enable the Polish Air Force to quickly complete any required maintenance and keep their aircraft operational.”
The acquisition of these sophisticated sensor systems reinforces Lockheed Martin's commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to international allies, ensuring their military forces remain prepared to meet and overcome the security threats in today's complex operational environment.
