Multifunctional Information Distribution System-Joint Tactical Radio System
Abstract
The B-1 Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) – Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS) replaces the existing MIDS Low Volume Terminal (LVT) 1 Link 16 terminal to meet National Security Agency (NSA) Crypto Modernization (CM) Device Cease Key and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Frequency Remap mandates; systems become non-compliant in 2025. MIDS-JTRS resolves all LVT 1 deficiencies and adds substantial combat capability enhancements to Link 16 Enhanced Throughput (LET) and Concurrent Multi-Netting (CMN-4) with Concurrent Retention Receive (CRR). MIDS-JTRS also provides multi-datalink capability, improving situational awareness and allows rapid inflight retargeting in cooperative combat environment. Funds are included to accommodate DoT/DoD approved Frequency Remap and Crypto Modernization Device Cease Key mandates as outlined throughout previous Air Force (AF) and Department of Defense (DoD) budget exhibits.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- 08af6981f893f620ed6b5b8a426bc955
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