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MEADS Successful In NATO Network Interoperability Exercise

Gally Articola

Friday, June 21st, 2013

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The Medium Extended Air Defense System (MEADS) has successfully demonstrated network interoperability with NATO systems during Joint Project Optic Windmill (JPOW) exercises held in May and June. MEADS International Executive Vice President Volker Weidemann said, “The MEADS battle management software combined with its netted-distributed architecture and plug-and-fight network are extraordinary advancements over the stovepipe systems in use today. In addition to implementing 360-degree coverage to protect our citizens, forces and assets, MEADS provides an integrated air picture taking advantage of…

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