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Northrop Grumman Developing the Next Generation Radar for the F-35 Lightning II

Northrop Grumman Developing the Next Generation Radar for the F-35 Lightning II

An advanced Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar called the AN/APG-85 is being created by Northrop Grumman Corporation for the F-35 Lightning II. The cornerstone of the sensor suite for the F-35 Lightning II is the AN/APG-81 active electronically scanned array (AESA) fire control radar, which is currently produced by Northrop Grumman.

The AN/APG-85 is an advanced multifunction sensor that will be compatible with all variants of the F-35 aircraft and will be capable of defeating current and projected adversarial air and surface threats.

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The development and integration of APG-85 will incorporate some of the latest technologies available and help ensure air superiority. This advanced sensor will provide unparalleled battlespace situational awareness that translates into platform lethality, effectiveness and survivability.

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Northrop Grumman plays a key role in the development, modernization, sustainment and production of the F-35. In addition to producing the AN/APG-85 and AN/APG-81 radars, the company manufactures the center fuselage and wing skins for the aircraft, produces and maintains several sensor systems, avionics, mission systems and mission-planning software, pilot and maintainer training systems courseware, electronic warfare simulation test capability, and low-observable technologies.

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To learn more about Northrop Grumman’s role on the F-35 Lightning II, visit this website.

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Aircraft Dismantling Adventure: The Ultimate Aircraft Simulation Game

Aircraft Dismantling Adventure: The Ultimate Aircraft Simulation Game

You may have already experienced flying virtual aircraft in computer games, which always provide an exhilarating experience, much like watching car races in video games. Now, a new company has launched a simulation game that allows players to dismantle aircraft.

This unique game is trending in the market. Players start at a scrapyard filled with various aircraft, and the game begins with dismantling them. Points are earned by completing tasks correctly.

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Explore the world’s largest airplane graveyard and discover a vast desert filled with wrecks. Hundreds of tons of steel and rusted electronics await you. Dismantle airplanes, earn money from scrap, and complete tasks for your employer! Cut, hit, dismantle, and assemble new airplanes while growing your business along the way.

Cut through airplane fuselages, dismantle frames, and search for valuable components, such as pilot cockpits, to complete tasks. Use lifts to access hard-to-reach parts of the airplanes.

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