Cobham Awarded Contract for KF-X Antenna Suite
Supporting the Development of Fifth Generation Fighter Jets
Marlow, UK: Cobham Antenna Systems has been awarded a contract from Korean Aerospace Industries Ltd (KAI) to design and supply the fully conformal antenna suite for the future KF-X, next-generation indigenous multi-role and fighter aircraft.
Cobham Antenna Systems has been a leader in conformal antenna technology since the company’s inception over 50 years ago. This wealth of experience has allowed the company to develop a full suite of conformal antennas for the KF-X platform.
Unlike traditional antennas which stand proud of the skin of a platform, conformal antennas are built into the skin and allow for reduced drag, improved aerodynamics and reduced life-cycle repair costs.
The KF-X conformal antenna suite will offer a full range of Communication, Navigation and Identification (CNI) functionality.
“Cobham is an established market leader in conformal antenna technology and provides platforms with bespoke Communications, Navigations and Identification antennas which deliver high performance and reliability.” David Bulley, Vice President, General Manager of Cobham Antenna Systems said. “The KFX programme is strategically important and this award allows Cobham Antenna Systems to continue to lead the market in the design and supply of airborne antennas and systems for next-generation fighter platforms.”
Cobham will be exhibiting at the Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition (ADEX) from the 17-22 October at the Seoul Airport, ADEX exhibition site in South Korea. Members of the team will be on hand to discuss any customer requirements.
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Cobham은 KAI가 설계하고 개발하는 대한민국의 5세대 국산 다기능 전투기 KFX의 컨포멀 안테나 세트를 수주했다.
컨포멀 안테나는 기존 안테나와는 다르게 항공기 형상의 변형 없이 스킨에 내장 되어 공기역학을 향상 시켜주고 LCC를 저감시켜준다.
Cobham은 창사 이후 50년 이상 안테나 시장를 선도하는 Leader로서 차세대 최첨단 전투기 KFX의 컨포멀 안테나 세트를 만들 수 있는 기술적 역량을 충분히 갖추고 있다.
