Whether engaging an adversary with advanced weapons systems or responding to an asymmetrical attack, U.S. and allied NATO forces must make well-informed, interoperational decisions swiftly in hostile environments, requiring the exchange of great quantities of accurate, reliable data securely and in real time.
For more than two decades, Data Link Solutions (DLS), a joint venture of BAE Systems and Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins), has developed and produced the world standard in tactical data link technologies, creating affordable, high performance, high reliability Link 16 terminals for 40 different platforms in 30 allied countries, plus various NATO organizations. DLS is the only supplier that manufactures, delivers, and supports all Link 16 variants.
What is Link 16?
Link 16 is a standardized communications system for transmitting and exchanging real time tactical data using links between network participants, also known as TADIL J. It also uses Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) to provide multiple, simultaneous communication paths through different nets.
Link 16 is the standard by which other systems are measured for secure, airborne situational awareness. In fact, Link 16 has been credited by the U.S. Air Force as a key factor for saving lives in multiple theaters due to the increased situational awareness the system provides.
In contrast to other communications link waveforms, Link 16:
- Improves security
- Improves jam resistance
- Improves situational awareness
- Increases data throughput
- Increases capacity of information exchanged
Provides secure voice capability, relative navigation capability, and precise participant location and identification.
Worldwide Link 16 systems support
The strong legacy and dominant market position of DLS Link 16 solutions has allowed it to create innovative complementary integration, O-level, I-level, and D-level support solutions for each Link 16 terminal configuration. DLS is the logical choice for Link 16 support solutions.
DLS Link 16 support services include:
- Complete life cycle support
- Operational support
- Flight line through depot maintenance support
- Regional repair facilities
- Field service engineering
- Support equipment
- Training
- Technical information
- Repairs and spares
- Supply chain management
Learn more about Link 16 Products and Data Link Solutions (DLS). Visit the Data Link Solutions site today for complete details.
Link 16 products are produced by Data Link Solutions, a joint venture of BAE Systems and Collins Aerospace
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Overview
Whether engaging an adversary with advanced weapons systems or responding to an asymmetrical attack, U.S. and allied NATO forces must make well-informed, interoperational decisions swiftly in hostile environments, requiring the exchange of great quantities of accurate, reliable data securely and in real time.
For more than two decades, Data Link Solutions (DLS), a joint venture of BAE Systems and Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins), has developed and produced the world standard in tactical data link technologies, creating affordable, high performance, high reliability Link 16 terminals for 40 different platforms in 30 allied countries, plus various NATO organizations. DLS is the only supplier that manufactures, delivers, and supports all Link 16 variants.
What is Link 16?
Link 16 is a standardized communications system for transmitting and exchanging real time tactical data using links between network participants, also known as TADIL J. It also uses Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) to provide multiple, simultaneous communication paths through different nets.
Link 16 is the standard by which other systems are measured for secure, airborne situational awareness. In fact, Link 16 has been credited by the U.S. Air Force as a key factor for saving lives in multiple theaters due to the increased situational awareness the system provides.
In contrast to other communications link waveforms, Link 16:
- Improves security
- Improves jam resistance
- Improves situational awareness
- Increases data throughput
- Increases capacity of information exchanged
Provides secure voice capability, relative navigation capability, and precise participant location and identification.
Worldwide Link 16 systems support
The strong legacy and dominant market position of DLS Link 16 solutions has allowed it to create innovative complementary integration, O-level, I-level, and D-level support solutions for each Link 16 terminal configuration. DLS is the logical choice for Link 16 support solutions.
DLS Link 16 support services include:
- Complete life cycle support
- Operational support
- Flight line through depot maintenance support
- Regional repair facilities
- Field service engineering
- Support equipment
- Training
- Technical information
- Repairs and spares
- Supply chain management
Learn more about Link 16 Products and Data Link Solutions (DLS). Visit the Data Link Solutions site today for complete details.
Link 16 products are produced by Data Link Solutions, a joint venture of BAE Systems and Collins Aerospace
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News
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Keeping F-22 Raptor electronic warfare mission systems ready and relevant
Sustaining complex, high-performance EW systems to maintain U.S. air dominance -
BAE Systems introduces enhanced features for TWV640 thermal camera core
Enhanced capabilities for BAE Systems’ TWV640 thermal camera core -
BAE Systems and L3Harris deliver first EC-37B Compass Call aircraft to the U.S. Air Force
Delivering critical EW capability to keep the U.S. at the vanguard for defense and deterrence -
BAE Systems successfully flight tests next-generation vehicle management computer for the F-35 Lightning II
Flight control technology upgrade maximizes processing power for added mission capabilities and safety enhancements -
BAE Systems to develop technology for next-generation sensing, imaging, and communications systems
DARPA has awarded BAE Systems a $14 million contract for the Massive Cross Correlation (MAX) program. -
Providing electric drive systems for Toronto’s newest battery-electric buses
Gen3 power management technology will deliver clean, efficient, and reliable operation for zero-emission fleet -
Delivering next-generation digital Identification Friend or Foe interrogator for the U.S. Navy
Modernized design provides advanced capabilities to support mission success -
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Drop-in Defense Advanced GPS Receiver replacement features M-Code protection and full-color graphical user interface -
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Power management technology enables clean, efficient operation for zero-emission buses
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Data Link Solutions Support EquipmentSupport equipment for Link 16 products
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Link 16 Products
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