Army Rotocraft Technology
While you are reading this article, the U.S. Army is experimenting with a range of rotorcraft technology, putting prototypes to the test under explosive conditions. According to the aviation analysis team leader of the ARL-SLAD, Brian G. Smith. “1 purpose of this program is to generate some limited ballistic data that could reduce risk and/or encourage Future Vertical Lift designers to consider CTEF technology.” You might see this technology revolutionize military aviation as we know it.
Saab Globaleye
The fence-like addition on this plane is the GlobalEye, so-called due to its early warning detection system that does so much more than the ordinary control platform. Developed by the security and defense division of Saab, the GlobalEye is made up of a sensor range of the Erieye Extended Rage radar and mission system. This is a part of the Bombardier Global 6000 long-range business jet. To put things simply, it is an incredible radar. With a 30,000 feet operating altitude, the GlobalEye can work up to 450km.