With the latest AIMS certification, Aeroflex’s Mode 5 test set has
resolved all previous exceptions, including support for burst mode
interrogators, and is in full compliance with DoD AIMS 03-1000A performance
standards for Mark XIIA performance and ICAO Annex 10 international standards
for Mode S ELS/EHS performance for ramp testing of IFF transponders and
interrogators.
“The AIMS certification is a key milestone for us. The Aeroflex Mode 5
test set, supporting both KIV-77 and KIV-78, allows our customers to avoid
costs by eliminating the need for additional test equipment, logistics,
training, and risk,” said Guy Hill, Director, Avionics Business Unit, Aeroflex
Test Solutions.
Support for Option A (KIV-78) and Option B (KIV-77) reduces cost,
maintenance
The APM-424(V) 5 COMSEC interface easily accommodates both Option A
(KIV-
78) and Option B (KIV-77) crypto appliqués in a single test set. This
will allow operators to use a crypto that is common to their platform and avoid
the logistics and costs associated with acquiring additional test sets and
difficult-to-obtain cryptographic devices.
The Aeroflex APM-424(V) 5 maintains the same familiar menu structure and
operation, to accommodate the use of existing procedures for legacy
modes. KIV-6 support is also accommodated via the KIV-78 adapter.
About the APM-424(V) 5 IFF Mode 5 test set
IFF Mode 5 is a cryptographic identification system that enables
interrogation systems to distinguish friendly aircraft, vehicles, or forces.
The Aeroflex APM-424(V)5 verifies Mode 5 code load and mission/platform
parameters. The test set also supports Mode S for military air transport
aircraft EHS/ELS. The APM-424(V) 5 replaces the APM-424(V) 3,
TS-4530/UPM, TS-4530-1 and TS-4542. Mode 5 upgrade kits are available for
existing test sets.
Price and availability
Delivery for the APM-424(V) 5 or the upgrade kit is eight weeks
(confirmed at time of order) and can be purchased direct from Aeroflex or via
U.S. GSA (General Services Administration).
About Aeroflex
Aeroflex Incorporated is a leading global provider of high performance
microelectronic components and test and measurement equipment used by companies
in the space, avionics, defense, commercial wireless communications, medical and
other markets.