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Garmin G3000 Selected To Modernize U.S. Navy and Marine Corps F-5 Aircraft

When the G3000s are integrated into the F-5 Tigers, they will be configured with one large area display and two touchscreen controllers. Pilots will then use the aircraft in an aggressor training role.

When the G3000s are integrated into the F-5 Tigers, they will be configured with one large area display and two touchscreen controllers. [Courtesy: Garmin]
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Key Takeaways:

  • U.S. Department of Defense contractor Tactical Air Support (TAS) is integrating Garmin's G3000 integrated flight deck into the U.S. Navy/Marine Corps F-5 Tiger II Adversary fighter fleet.
  • This upgrade is part of a $265.3 million DOD ARTEMIS program contract awarded to TAS for the modernization of 16 F-5E and six F-5F Tiger II aircraft, among others.
  • The G3000 system will enhance the F-5s with advanced capabilities for aggressor training, including modern sensor and system integration, improved situational awareness features, and a user-friendly touchscreen interface.
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U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) contractor, Tactical Air Support (TAS), is expanding a partnership with Garmin [NYSE: GRMN] by choosing the G3000 integrated flight deck for the supersonic F-5 Tiger fighter fleet. 

This upgrade comes as part of a $265.3 million contract the DOD awarded TAS in July under the ARTEMIS program. ARTEMIS stands for Avionics Reconfiguration and Tactical Enhancement/Modernization for Inventory Standardization. It tasks TAS with upgrading the U.S. Navy/Marine Corps fleet of F-5 Tiger II Adversary aircraft, including 16 F-5E and six F-5F Tiger II aircraft, among others.

Michael Wildes

Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.

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