Specifications in this report cover more than 230 communications and navigation systems used on military, commercial and business aircraft, while Outlook articles are included for both the commercial and military markets. The applications for each system are presented in the specifications table. The military Outlook article addresses the market for new systems and upgrades for synthetic aperture radars, targeting and vision enhancements, electronic warfare and fighter radars. The commercial Outlook examines the increasing role of software in new systems while analyzing the prospects for recovery as avionics manufacturers vie for key roles in new aircraft programs as well as upgrade contracts. AW&ST's 2005 Aerospace Source Book is the aviation and aerospace industry's definitive guide for comprehensive commercial, military and space data. Included are up-to-date and verified specifications on more than 3,100 aircraft, engines and systems, statistics, market and sector outlooks, forecasts and updates. AW&ST's Source Book helps top executives and decision-makers determine their next business move. |