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Elbit Systems Of America To Deliver New Helmet Display Capability For Army Helicopter Crews

By Matthew Beinart

Tuesday, March 5th, 2019

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Elbit Systems Of America To Deliver New Helmet Display Capability For Army Helicopter Crews

Photo: Elbit Systems of America

Elbit Systems of America said Tuesday it has a received a five-year deal from the Army to deliver a new Common Helmet Mounted Display (CHMD) system for helicopter flight crews. The CHMD system will be integrated with the company’s used onboard the Army’s CH-47F and UH-60L/M/V helicopters and provide access to next-generation tracking and display systems. “Our CHMD provides advanced capabilities for Army aviators. Our solution ensures pilots experience crisp, clear and accurate symbology, which provides critical information during flight…

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