BAE Systems to Provide Continued Avionics Support for Eurofighter Typhoon Aircraft

BAE Systems has announced its commitment to servicing and supporting the avionics of the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft for the air forces of the platform’s founding nations – Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Italy – over the next five years. The recently inked agreements, valued at £80 million, ensure the uninterrupted provision of service and repairs for crucial avionics equipment such as displays, flight controls, and Helmet Mounted Displays. This ongoing support guarantees the Typhoon’s operational readiness for deployment at any given moment.

The avionics service and support segment stand as a focal point for BAE Systems’ facility in Rochester, UK. The collaborative team stationed at RAF Coningsby is integrated into the Typhoon Total Availability Enterprise contract, working closely to troubleshoot issues and conduct necessary repairs. Their commitment to guaranteed turnaround times aids customers in efficiently planning aircraft operations.

The Eurofighter Typhoon boasts exceptional agility, positioning it as a formidable dogfighter in combat scenarios. Subsequent production models have been increasingly equipped to undertake air-to-surface strike missions and support a growing array of weaponry and equipment. Navigation capabilities include both GPS and an inertial navigation system. For adverse weather conditions, the Typhoon can employ the Instrument Landing System (ILS) for landing. Additionally, the aircraft features an advanced Ground Proximity Warning System (GPWS) based on the TERPROM Terrain Referenced Navigation (TRN) system used by the Panavia Tornado. The inclusion of MIDS (Multifunctional Information Distribution System) facilitates Link 16 data sharing. The aircraft’s defensive capabilities are bolstered by the sophisticated Praetorian Defensive Aids Sub-System, which autonomously assesses and responds to air and surface threats in a prioritized manner, simultaneously countering multiple threats.