Weapon Data Link (WDL)
Abstract
This effort includes development of the Weapon Data Link (WDL), as well as integration and testing efforts. The WDL allows warfighters to retarget the weapons via line-of-sight and beyond-line-of-sight, allowing the missile to attack relocatable and/or time sensitive targets post aircraft release. The WDL program is designed to use an open-system architecture standard with outside communication nodes. The WDL effort reflected in PB24 consisted of the addition of a radio to the existing AGM-158B-2/3 variant. As of PB25, the JPO received additional requirements from ACC resulting in a new AGM-158D JASSM variant and driving a significant increase in the level of effort required to deliver capability. The scope increase includes antenna development and integration, fuel tank redesign and integration, terminal sensor integration, development and testing of C2 capability and 158D-specific C++ software, weight reduction, a complete test plan, and an expedited schedule to meet FY27 need.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2025
- Source ID
- af0fbbbc5bbe4f27fd78b9127cf99d64