Indra to Equip European Fighter Aircraft with New Communications Terminal
Indra has joined the EuroMIDS consortium to develop the F-EMIDS advanced communications terminal for European combat aircraft. The initiative aims to enhance interoperability and replace existing data link systems.
Madrid – Indra is participating in the EuroMIDS SAS consortium to develop F-EMIDS, an advanced communications terminal for European combat aircraft under the EMIDS-2 program. The consortium, including Hensoldt Sensors, Leonardo, and THALES SIX GTS France, has signed a contract with the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR).
The new terminal will enable continuous real-time data exchange, improving interoperability among European armed forces operating in coalition environments. F-EMIDS is set to replace current Link 16-based systems on aircraft such as the Eurofighter, Rafale, and Tornado, as well as the A400M transport and E-3F AWACS aircraft.
Indra will be responsible for developing the software validation model and the first physical prototype, which will include secure red/black processing for classified information. This program supports Europe's technological sovereignty in critical defense capabilities.
The EMIDS-2 program builds upon the previous phase that defined the ESSOR MIDS family of terminals. The new terminals utilize a software-defined radio architecture, offering flexibility and adaptability to evolving communication standards through software updates, thereby reducing the need for hardware replacements.