E-4B Systems Integration Laboratory (SIL)
Abstract
The E-4B Systems Integration Laboratory (SIL) program will develop a test environment configured to represent the mission systems of the E-4B with connectivity with mission networks and services. E-4B SIL started as the Test Accreditation Integration Lab (TAIL) 5 for development of the E-4B SSHF program. The E-4B SIL program will expand the capabilities of TAIL 5 beyond SSHF to include the other mission communication systems within the E-4B. The E-4B SIL is necessary to minimize modernization and technical refresh schedules by reducing time on aircraft for install, test, ground connections/configurations, technical orders, redlines/rework, and training. Schedule reduction by the E-4B SIL will directly support increased Aircraft Availability (AA). The E-4B SIL will be developed in three blocks in FY24-FY27 to support AA: Block 1 will focus on voice systems, Block 2 will focus on data systems, and Block 3 will integrate the remaining communication systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- ded9ca3884004d5e12816b5b3d0fe022