(Boursier.com) — The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) has once again renewed its confidence in Thales by awarding it the contract to modernize the 13 ILS and DME systems.
With current components reaching the end of their operational life, an upgrade is essential to ensure the continuity of Dutch forces’ air operations. The modernization of current ILS and DME systems is essential and essential to ensure the continuity of Dutch air operations, particularly in adverse weather situations.
The lifespan of the affected ILS/DME systems will be extended until at least 2035, by replacing ILS and DME components likely to impact the proper functioning of the systems due to their age. Thales will also provide operational maintenance and support services to ensure maximum availability over the next 12 years.
Thales thus strengthens its position as a partner of the Dutch air forces by helping them meet their navigation aid needs, particularly within the framework of NATO safety regulations.
Remember that the ILS is an instrument landing system which guarantees the precision of the approach and the safety of the landing. The DME (Distance Measuring Equipment) system is used to guide aircraft en route and on approach. It tells pilots the distance between their aircraft and the ground station concerned.
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