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European missile maker MBDA has secured a contract from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to integrate the Mistral ATAM anti-air missile system on the Korean Marine Attack Helicopter (KMAH).
The Mistral ATAM is a highly advanced short-range anti-air missile that is known for its fire-and-forget engagement mode, ease of operation, and unrivalled kill probability.
The system includes two launchers per helicopter, each carrying two missiles. Man-portable Mistral air defence systems are also in-service with Republic of Korea’s Armed Forces.
Airborne Adaptation
The weapon can be connected to the helicopter’s combat system when integrated onto a combat helicopter, or through simplified control equipment if installed on a multi-purpose helicopter. In both cases, it is characterised by simplicity of operation, a low crew workload and a high level of performance.
The system can be operated within the whole flight envelope of the launch helicopter, at speeds of up to 200 knots and at altitudes exceeding 15,000 feet.
Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA said: “We are proud to be partnered again with Korea Aerospace Industries to arm a Korean military aircraft. This contract cements Mistral ATAM’s place as a world’s leading helicopter launched anti-air missile system.”
Precise Targeting
MISTRAL ATAM offers precise targeting with a large off-boresight capability, featuring a shaped trajectory for long-range and top-down target interception. It’s used by the French Army Aviation on Tiger attack helicopters and is being integrated into KAI’s KMAH helicopter, having already been integrated into India’s HAL helicopters.
Ease of operation is ensured through minimal crew constraints, a user-friendly interface without the need for pitch-up manoeuvres prior to firing, an automated engagement sequence, and straightforward reloading.
MBDA, a prominent player in missile systems for over 60 years, is collaborating with KAI to integrate the Meteor beyond visual range missile onto the KF-21 Boromae fighter aircraft.
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