Aircraft Modernization Program (AMP)
Abstract
The KC-10A Extender is an aerial refueling asset built on the commercial DC-10 airframe. The aircraft creates an air bridge enabling rapid global mobility and global strike missions. There are 59 KC-10A aircraft in the USAF tanker fleet. The Mode 5 modification is a DoD-mandated (JROCOM 047-07, 5 Mar 07 directs KC-10 IOC by 2014, FOC by 2020) upgrade to the KC-10's Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system (the primary means of aircraft identification, used for command and control, during Air Defense operations). The Mode 5 upgrade increases anti-spoofing capabilities and lowers the possibility of aircraft/aircrew loss due to misidentification of friendly aircraft. The modification includes a APX-119 Mode 5 capable transponder, new KIV-77 Mode 5 crypto applique replacing the KIV-119, integration into the CNS/ATM avionics with control via the Central Display Unit, removal of the existing IFF control panel, and minor wiring changes. This program is in Budget Activity 7, Operational System Development because this budget activity includes development efforts to upgrade systems that have been fielded or have received approval for full rate production and anticipate production funding in the current or subsequent fiscal year.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2017
- Source ID
- 675195_0401219F_7_3600_PB_2017
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