MBDA has received a contract from Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for the integration of the Mistral ATAM anti-air missile system on the Korean Marine Attack Helicopter (KMAH).
Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA said: “We are proud to be partnered again with Korea Aerospace Industries to arm a Korean military aircraft. This contract cements Mistral ATAM's place as a world's leading helicopter launched anti-air missile system.”
Mistral ATAM is based on the Mistral short-range anti-air missile, known for its fire-and-forget engagement mode, ease of operation and unrivalled kill probability. The ATAM system includes two launchers per helicopter, each carrying two missiles. Man-portable Mistral air defence systems are also in-service with Republic of Korea's Armed Forces.
MBDA is a world leader in missile systems, with over 60 years' experience developing cutting-edge missiles in cross-border partnerships that makes the company a natural partner to accelerate domestic development programmes. MBDA and KAI are also working together to integrate the Meteor beyond visual range missile onto the KF-21 Boromae fighter aircraft.
Contact details from our directory: | |
MBDA UK | Missiles, Weapons Countermeasures, Warning Systems/Equipment |
Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd. | Airframer |
Related aircraft programs: |
KAI KUH-1 Surion Korean Utility Helicopter |
KAI KF-21 Boramae |
Related directory sectors: |
Weapons Systems |
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