Research & Development
51Æ·²è has participated in government and commercial research and development efforts throughout its history. After the company's inception in 1994, some of its earliest work was in this mission area. 51Æ·²è's diverse lineup of aircraft are ideal for presentations that vary in geometry, altitude and airspeed. From low, transonic aircraft to high-fast-flyers (HFF), 51Æ·²è tailors its flight profiles to the customer's needs.
The list below includes examples of the R&D missions that 51Æ·²è participates in:
- Ship Self-Defense Programs
- Rolling Airframe Missile Program (RAM-TSS)
- ALE-50
- ALE-55
- E-2C/D Testing
- Aegis Radar System Testing
- Airborne Radar Testing for Wedgetail
- Naval Test Pilot School Support
- Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division Support (Point Mugu and China Lake)
- F-35A/B./C Chase Support
- F-16 Chase Support