BAE Systems equips F-15EX and F/A-18E/F with upgrades
BAE Systems’ latest project with Boeing involves upgrading the flight control computers on the F-15EX Eagle II and the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
The combination of cybersecurity measures and advanced computing power will increase combat readiness.
BAE Systems has been commissioned to modernize the flight control computers (FCCs) of two fighter aircraft, the F-15EX Eagle II and the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet.
BAE Systems, the original manufacturer of these flight control systems, has been selected by Boeing and will perform an upgrade of the flight control computers. The upgrades aim to increase computing power and improve cyber and product security. As cyber threats continue to grow, ensuring the security of onboard systems is a top priority.
“Our advanced flight-critical solution ensures these platforms are ready for deployment now and in the future, equipping the aircraft to support the integration of new capabilities,” said Corin Beck, Senior Director of Military Aircraft Systems for Controls and Avionics Solutions at BAE Systems. This statement reflects the dual aim of the upgrades: to increase current operational efficiency while laying the foundation for future advancements.
According to GlobalData’s information on the US defense market, the US Navy acquired them from Boeing between 1999 and 2023 and now has 625 F/A-18E/F multi-role aircraft in its fleet.
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A feature of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet upgrade is the addition of a new processor that enables the integration of future features.
BAE Systems is ensuring the longevity of these jets by modernizing the FCC electronics hardware and software.
The enhanced flight control computers will continue to manage the dynamics of fighter jet operations, from processing pilot inputs to adjusting control surfaces based on real-time sensor data. These systems, which are critical to the aircraft’s stability and maneuverability, are designed to be redundant so that in the event of damage or failure, they can reconfigure controls, maintaining the aircraft’s operational capability.
BAE Systems is conducting these upgrades at its facility in Endicott, New York.
