TACAN – Covering all the bases
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The TACtical Air Navigation (TACAN) system is a crucial tool for ensuring mission success in military and civilian operations. Whether navigating through challenging waters or supporting ground forces in remote locations, TACAN provides the precise navigation data that ensures aircraft and troops reach their destinations efficiently and safely.
Thales, with over 50 years of experience, has expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of Moog’s TACAN business, offering a more comprehensive range of solutions to meet the evolving demands of armed forces and airports worldwide.
With this acquisition, Thales has strengthened its portfolio of innovative and highly reliable navigation systems. From man-portable and mobile/deployable systems to naval versions, Thales now offers a versatile and field-proven set of TACAN solutions designed to meet the needs of modern military and civil aviation operations. This acquisition represents Thales’ commitment to enhancing global safety and mission readiness.
Thales' acquisition of Moog’s TACAN business represents a strategic expansion of its military and civil aviation capabilities. The addition of Moog's industry-leading technologies in TACAN systems allows Thales to provide a full range of innovative solutions, covering ground-fixed, mobile, man-portable, and naval market segments. These systems are designed to improve flexibility, security, and operational efficiency in various challenging environments.
Innovative Solutions for Mission Success
The TACAN system is essential for mission success, offering precise location data that enhances navigation capabilities for military operations and air traffic management. Thales has continually enhanced its TACAN offerings, and with the acquisition of Moog's division, it now provides cutting-edge solutions that meet the growing demands of the military and civil aviation sectors.
Expanding TACAN Capabilities: A Complete Offering
Thales offers an innovative portfolio of TACAN solutions that address both military and civilian needs. The addition of Moog’s TACAN division expands Thales’ portfolio to include man-portable and naval versions, allowing military forces to deploy in various environmental conditions and rapidly adjust to mission requirements. This strategic acquisition ensures that Thales remains at the forefront of navigation technology for the aerospace and defense sectors.
The Power of Digitalization and Miniaturization
A key innovation in Thales’ TACAN systems is the focus on digitalization, miniaturization, and compliance. Thales has integrated remote capabilities into its TACAN systems, enabling operators to adjust settings, monitor system performance, and ensure mission success with greater flexibility. The man-portable systems are lightweight and rapidly deployable, providing expeditionary forces with the capability to support aviation assets in geographically diverse regions, ensuring fast deployment and security.
Naval TACAN Systems for Extreme Conditions
Thales’ naval TACAN solutions are designed to meet the demanding conditions of marine environments. With certifications for shock, vibration, and temperature resistance, these systems ensure reliable operation on naval vessels, improving navigation and operational efficiency. Additionally, these systems’ modular design reduces production costs while providing the latest in technological advancements for naval operations.
“Through increased commonality and increased remote capabilities across our TACAN portfolio, we contribute to reduce our customers’ total costs of ownership as well as the environmental footprint of our businesses.”
Massimiliano Ferla - Product Line Manager at Thales