International. A total of twelve Matrix StIM WQ DLP LED solid-state projectors and 1 chip to modernize the 2F136A device of the AH-1W Weapons Systems Trainer (WST), are the systems that Christie will provide for the United States Navy.
As part of the agreement, won with Aero Simulation Inc, six projectors for display systems will be installed at Marine Camp Pendleton, California, and another six at MCAS (Marine Corps Air Force Base) in New River, North Carolina, in 2015.
The U.S. Marine Corps project includes the modification and technical upgrade of two existing AH-1W WST systems, with the replacement of projectors for visual display, image generators and visual databases.
Aimed at modernizing the system's displays and their capacity while reducing lifecycle costs, the new training devices will help the pilot and co-pilot become familiar with the cockpit, engine operation, tactical navigation and emergency procedures.
The training device provides independent tactical training as well as training integrated with other devices, aspects that allow students to rehearse air operations and essential tactical skills in an environment greatly similar to that of real-world scenarios.
The 2F136A WST comprises several functional systems that generate a simulated environment and emulate real-world scenarios for AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter crews. Each training device consists of two visual display domes.
The computer systems of the training device control two separate training platforms, one with the position of the pilot and the other with that of the co-pilot/trigger. The system provides the pilot and co-pilot/trigger with weapon transition systems, integrated crew and training for in-flight mastery acquisition.
