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Abstract

Long Range Radar (AN/TPS-59) - The AN/TPS-59A(V)3 is a transportable, three dimensional, tactical radar system that provides the Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) with long-range surveillance. It is the MAGTF's only ground based long range sensor that provides the capability to detect and report Air Breathing Targets (ABT) and track Theater Ballistic Missiles (TBM). The AN/TPS-59A(V)3 Radar System is connected to the AN/TSQ-269 Mobile -TAOM (M-TAOM) or the Common Aviation Command and Control Systems (CAC2S). It provides the air defense controllers data and may be used autonomously to conduct Ground control Intercept, tactical en-route Air Traffic Control (ATC), or TBM alert operations via the joint Integrated Air Missile Defense (IAMD) encrypted Link-16. The USMC extended the AN/TPS-59 service life through 2035; therefore, in order to maintain its operational relevance on the battlefield, a number of modernization efforts are being initiated. The AN/TPS-59 radar has been continuously deployed in support of Operation Freedom Sentinel (OFS) and other contingencies.

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Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2017
Source ID
9999_0206313M_7_1319_PB_2017

Tags

Readers

  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Missile Defense Systems.
  • Naval Mine Countermeasure Systems Development.

Technology Areas

  • Fully Networked C3

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