Real-time object tracking and theater missile event reporting, enabled by advanced specialized electro-optical system design, are just a few examples of winning technology solutions developed by Textron Systems to support today's difficult and sophisticated airborne surveillance activities.

Textron Systems' electro-optical systems are developed for the U.S. Air Force to provide real-time actionable, reconnaissance data to theater commanders worldwide. All USAF RC-135 Cobra Ball reconnaissance aircraft perform critical missions with our smart electro-optical systems on board.

The Medium Wave Infrared Array (MIRA) utilizes multi-sensor and satellite inputs, including long-range visible and infrared surveillance sensors. Coupled with these multi-sensor inputs, our own highly sophisticated software and data processing systems enables Cobra Ball aircraft to successfully complete worldwide intelligence operations.

Theater Airborne Warning System (TAWS)
TAWS is a compact system designed to fit on board Rivet Joint RC-135 aircraft where space is already severely limited. TAWS can instantly detect a theater ballistic missile. Using data fusion and external inputs, TAWS accurately predicts the impact point of a theater ballistic missile.

Laser Radar
Using coherent infrared transceiver technology, Textron Systems' high-power laser radar systems perform long-range remote sensing to track and identify airborne missiles. Laser radar can also sense and identify effluents from chemical and biological weapons.

Testing takes place at the Maui Space Surveillance Site on top Mt. Haleakala in Hawaii. Atmospheric conditions here are similar to those found at airborne operating altitudes, greatly benefiting research, development, and testing initiatives.

Our Maui Field Operation also supports the U.S. Air Force (USAF) space surveillance mission and object tracking, imaging and monitoring of missile launches along the Western test range. High-intensity aircraft-mounted lasers and control systems designed and built by Textron Systems are currently used by the USAF to boost aircraft defense capabilities against today's advanced anti-aircraft missile technology.