F/A-22 Raptor tests intraflight datalink

Posted on: Jan. 6th, 2006 || Source: gizmag.co.uk | E-mail Article | Print Article

Lockheed Martin's F/A-22 Raptor fighter flight-test program has successfully demonstrated an Intraflight Datalink (IFDL) between two planes in the air. The link enhances situational awareness by creating an encrypted voice and data communications channel between the pilots. Seen as a key component of the Raptor's advanced avionics suite as the project moves toward its "Operational Test & Evaluation" phase.

The basic functionality of the IFDL was tested during an almost four-hour flight at Edwards Air Force Base in California by two F/A-22s.

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