Joint Primary Aircraft Training System (JPATS)

Abstract

The Joint Primary Aircraft Training System (JPATS) is a joint USAF/USN venture to replace the Services' fleets of primary trainer aircraft (T-37 and T-34, respectively) and associated Ground Based Training Systems (GBTS). The aircraft and GBTS will be used to train entry-level student aviators in the fundamentals of flying so they can transition into advanced training tracks leading to qualification as military pilots, navigators, and naval flight officers. The program includes the purchase of aircraft, simulators, and other associated ground-based training devices, Training Integration Management System (TIMS), instructional courseware, and logistics support. FY2009 includes a Congressional increase to develop, integrate and demonstrate Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for the Air National Guard (ANG) using the AT-6 platform. FY2009-FY2015 JPATS funding will be used to develop and test upgrades and enhancements to program hardware and software components. FY2011, FY2013 and FY2015 include funding to upgrade software and threat libraries for the Simulator for Electronic Combat Technology (SECT), a generic electronic warfare simulator used to train student Combat Systems Officers (CSO). Although in the same project, SECT is unrelated to the JPATS program. Budget Activity Justification: This program element is in Budget Activity 5, System Development and Demonstration (SDD), because it primarily involves the missionization of commercial derivative aircraft, equipment, and components.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2011
• Source ID: 654102_0604233F_5_3600_PB_2011

Tags

Readers

• Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
• Civilian Systems Systems Program Capability Development and Upgrade Support Activity Expense and Pay Management.
• Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.

Technology Areas

• Microelectronics