Archer Z-150 gives pilots “a better heads-up”
[Johannesburg, 7 December 2011] -
“The Archer Z-150 is based on our combat-proven system that is already used by a number of air forces around the world,” says Ben Ash, Executive Business Development Manager of CZO. “It is a cost-effective solution because it can be configured to fit onto most standard helmets worn by pilots and aircrew.”South Africa pioneered the research and development of Helmet Mounted Display Systems (HMDS) in the 1970s and the SA Air Force was the first to fly the helmet- mounted sights operationally.On HMDS systems, all flight and mission data can be projected on the helmet-mounted display. The system follows the head movements of the pilot providing him with the ability to react and make mission-critical decisions within a fraction of a second.
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