OTTAWA, Nov. 4 (UPI) -- Thales Canada has been contracted to supply and install four of its instrument landing systems at three air force bases.
The contract from the Canadian Department of National Defense includes options to replace legacy instrument landing systems at other bases around the country.
"We are delighted that the Canadian defense department has selected the Thales ILS 420 system and appreciate the confidence that the government continues to demonstrate in Thales's ability to deliver and support high-technology solutions to their exacting needs," said Paul Kahn, Thales Canada president and chief executive officer.
"With these new mission-critical systems, the Canadian air force will be able to improve the operational flexibility, safety and reliability of flight operations."
The ILS 420 Instrument Landing System provides pilots with reliable and accurate landing information, particularly in reduced visibility conditions.
The company said it offers many configuration options that can be combined to suit requirements from Category I to Category III applications. Electronic equipment options range from single equipment single frequency to dual equipment dual frequency operation.
To implement this contract, Thales Canada will be supported by Thales's Air Traffic Management business unit in Shawnee, Kan., which designs, develops and manufactures a wide range of air traffic management equipment.
