ASTAMIDS (The Airborne Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Minefield Detection System)

摘要

ASTAMIDS first flight took place aboard a modified U.S. Army UH-1H Huey helicopter. ASTAMIDS low-rate initial production anticipated in 2009. U.S. Army budget documentation shows funding to FY13 and beyond. Northrop Grumman looking for Fire Scout UAV export sales; exports may be equipped with ASTAMIDS. The Airborne Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Minefield Detection System (ASTAMIDS) is an electro-optical, infrared, laser designation, countermine sensor.