Airbus Defence and Space: Combat-proven solutions for Integrated Air and Missile Defence
April 24, 2025 / 7:44 AM
At IDET, Airbus will be represented by its Connected Intelligence business unit. The portfolio comprises integrated solutions that enable multi-domain superiority through increased operational flexibility, speed and decision-making.
In Brno, they look forward to presenting their offering for Integrated Air and Missile Defence (IAMD), with two combat-proven solutions:
- Real-time Air Battle Management Command and Control Fortion® 1SkyControl that provides air surveillance and air defence operations 24/7 while using Link 16 and JREAP-C native system
- Fortion® SAMOC, a Surface-to-Air Missile Operation Centre that orchestrates the simultaneous use of all types and generations of air defence weapon systems (short, medium, long) to maximise their efficiency and effectiveness
Airbus Defence and Space
Airbus Defence and Space is a division of Airbus and a leader in the European defence and space industry. Airbus Defence and Space has three business units: Air Power, Space Systems and Connected Intelligence.
Air Power produces tactical and strategic transport aircraft, multi-role tanker aircraft, combat aircraft and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The business unit is the prime contractor for the Eurodrone programme and one of the main players in the Future Combat Air System (FCAS). A400M, C295, CN235, A330-MRTT and Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft are in service with air forces around the world. Sirtap is also part of the portfolio as the next generation tactical fixed-wing UAS. In addition, Air Power supports customers with a wide range of services, from maintenance, repair and overhaul to in-service support and intelligence-based reconnaissance.
Space Systems delivers leading space technology and solutions to commercial and government customers around the world. The business unit's capabilities include telecommunication satellites for every type of mission, high-resolution Earth observation instruments, navigation satellites, unique missions in space, lunar exploration and the smooth operation of the International Space Station as well the development of Starlab, an industry-led space station planned to succeed the ISS. From the smallest electronic components and spacecraft equipment to the delivery of satellites into orbit and the associated services – reaching for the stars is Space Systems' daily business.
Connected Intelligence creates specific solutions for defence, governmental, civil and commercial customers under four main programme units: Space Digital, Public Safety and Security, Cyber and Defence Digital. It provides trusted intelligence and secure connectivity for mission- and business-critical communications, from radio to broadband and mobile, on land, at sea and in the air.
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