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[Sample B: Approval/Signature Sheet] - George Mason University

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HELICOPTER B (HLB)<br />

Light attack helicopter with SAR capability<br />

Flight characteristics suitable to be used in basic formation of helicopter pilots<br />

No data link and encrypted communication (only 2 VHF)<br />

No AWX and NVG capability<br />

Maximum combat radius of 100 Nm (A/G)<br />

Maximum external armament payload of 2000 lbs<br />

No auto-defense systems<br />

Capable to transport 2 litters in SAR configuration<br />

ANTI SUBMARINE WARFARE (ASW)<br />

Long range anti submarine warfare patrol aircraft<br />

Submarine detection sensors such as directional frequency and ranging (DIFAR)<br />

sonobuoys and magnetic anomaly detection (MAD) equipment<br />

Anti surface torpedoes, missiles and mines<br />

Chaff, flares, RWR<br />

High endurance (approximately 12 hours)<br />

INS capability<br />

Encrypted data link (>15Mbps) and voice communication (2 VHF, 2 UHF and<br />

SATCOMM) and fully interoperable systems<br />

Maximum combat radius of 1300 Nm for all misisons<br />

Maximum armament payload for anti ship mission - 6000 lbs<br />

Maximum armament payload for anti submarine mission -18000 lbs<br />

AWX A/G detection and engagement capability<br />

Range of detection sensors 100 Nm (surface and under surface)<br />

Estimated unit acquisition cost – U$ 36 million<br />

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