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Northrop Grumman Contracted for South Korea Mine Detection Helicopter

Under the agreement, the company's Airborne Laser Mine Detection System will be integrated into the design of the Korean Mine Countermeasures Helicopter program.

Kimberly Johnson
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Northrop Grumman’s self-contained design allows ALMDS to be installed on several aircraft types. [Credit: U.S. Navy]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Northrop Grumman has been awarded a contract by the Republic of Korea to supply its Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS).
  • The ALMDS technology will be integrated into the Korean Mine Countermeasures Helicopter program, developed in partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI).
  • The system is capable of rapid, day or night detection, classification, and geo-location of floating and near-surface moored mines.
  • This initiative, expected to complete its engineering, manufacturing, and design phase by 2027, aims to significantly enhance the Republic of Korea Navy's mine detection capabilities.
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Northrop Grumman has been awarded a contract by the Republic of Korea to provide mine detection technology for use in the development of the Korean Mine Countermeasures Helicopter program, the company said Monday.

Through the partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. (KAI), Northrop Grumman will supply its Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS) for the engineering, manufacturing, and design phase for the aircraft, which is expected to be completed in 2027.

Kimberly Johnson

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