L-159B Main Operational Benefits

  • Modular and adaptive design satisfying various customer requirements
  • Cost effective training in advanced fighter type environment
  • Advanced Human-Machine Interface
  • State-of-the-art systems and equipment
  • Data loading and recording systems support effective mission planning and debriefing
  • Superior handling qualities and high thrust-to weight ratio
  • Wide range of stores
  • Ability to operate from semi-prepared airfields

L-159B/T1 ADVANCED TRAINING AND LIGHT COMBAT AIRCRAFT:
MAIN FEATURES

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L-159B Main Features

  • Airframe configuration and aircraft systems common to the L-159A.
  • Provisions for optional nose-mounted sensors
  • Advanced Human Machine Interface with Head-Up Display, Multi-Function Colour Displays and Hands-On-Throttle-And- Stick (HOTAS) controls
  • Avionics integration based on the MIL-STD-1553 databus
  • Accurate and autonomous navigation system with ring laser gyro based Inertial Navigation System (INS) and Global Positioning System (GPS)
  • Extensive in-flight recording and debriefing capability for video, audio, self protection system, engine and aircraft parameters
  • On-condition maintenance and fatigue monitoring system for low operational cost and optimum use of aircraft service life
  • On-Board Oxygen Generating System (OBOGS), optional On- Board Inert Gas Generating System (OBIGGS) and Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) for self-contained operations with minimum support
  • Seven pylons for various stores • Ability to operate from semi-prepared airfields
  • “Best in Class” F124-GA-100 engine
  • Optional Self-protection system installation and use of redundant systems for high level of survivability and flight safety

 

Multi Mission Flexibility in a Single Airframe

  • Advanced Training
  • Operational Lead-In Fighter Training
  • Close Air Support
  • Counter Insurgency
  • Border Patrol
  • Tactical Reconnaissance
  • Threat Simulation