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Common transponders - AN/APX-117(V) and AN/APX-118(V) CX
BAE Systems' common transponder (CXP) is currently in production for the U.S. Navy/Army as their future transponder.
The AN/APX-117(V) and AN/APX-118(V) incorporate all the advanced features required in today's global military/civil air traffic control environments. Open system architecture design and high-density FPGA technology ensures ongoing versatility and future utility through software-only upgrades. The AN/APX-117(V) and AN/APX-118(V) are configured for replacement of all airborne or shipboard AN/APX-100, AN/APX-101, AN/APX-108, AN/APX-64, AN/APX-72 and AN/UPX-28 transponders. A remote-control unit (RCU) is also available.
CXP Features:
- Flexible interface - accommodates retrofit and new installations
- Supports Modes 1, 2, 3/A, C, and 4
- Under contract with U.S. Navy to implement Mode 5
- Supports Mode S Level 3 and interface to TCAS II
- Flight proven Mid-Air Collision Avoidance System (MCAS) capability
- Dual-crypto interface; supports external or embedded crypto
- DoD AIMS 97-1000 certified
- FAA certified to TSO-C112
- MIDS/JTIDS compatible
- USAF GATM approved
- JTRS compliant
