Ukrainian helicopters to receive modern HENSOLDT self-defense technology
Ukrainian helicopters will soon be equipped with modular and flexible AMPS sensor solution
Sensor solutions manufacturer HENSOLDT has announced the delivery of 16 sets of its AMPS (Airborne Missile Protection System) technology for detecting and protecting against missile threats for helicopters of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The cost of the deal and details were not disclosed, but it seems that our military will receive modern equipment that is relevant in light of current events. It is planned that the equipment will be installed by the Czech company LOM PRAHA.
“By supplying the AMPS system, we are increasing the defense capability of Ukrainian helicopters,” – says Tanya Altmann, Head of Optronics and Ground Systems at HENSOLDT.“This system will protect the crews against a wide range of threats, especially air-to-ground and air-to-air missiles.”
The AMPS system is a flexible, self-contained self-defense system that can be easily customized to meet specific operational requirements and mission objectives. The key components of the system include a missile launch detection sensor, an advanced control and display unit, and an active confirmation system that determines the range and speed of detected missiles and eliminates false alarms. This system will work in conjunction with the helicopters’ existing countermeasure distribution systems.
It should not be forgotten that a significant portion of aircraft losses in recent war zones were caused by infrared air-to-ground missiles. The threat from lasers and radars is also becoming more common. The AMPS system, which is configured to detect missiles, lasers and radar systems, will provide reliable protection by quickly detecting threats.
It is also worth noting that HENSOLDT equipment has already protected more than 2,000 different aircraft using the AMPS system. That is why our air force also needs this system. This will keep our crews safe and help us defeat the enemy as soon as possible.
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Hensoldt AG is a multinational corporation headquartered in Germany that specializes in sensor technologies for defense and surveillance in the defense, security and aerospace sectors. The main product areas are radars, optoelectronics and avionics.
