ITT ITT] Aug. 4 announced the Brazil PAR-2000 modernization team successfully completed Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), the first of four radar systems to be upgraded for the Brazilian Air Force.
The four days of site acceptance testing included logistic and quality inspections, system online and offline checks, and flight certification. Grupo Especial de Inspecao em Voo (GEIV), the Brazilian special flight inspection group, performed the flight certification.
The Brazilian Air force uses ITT’s Precision Approach Radars (PARs) to ensure safe landings of aircraft in all conditions, especially where visibility is impaired; including night and severe weather landings. ITT’s PAR-2000 radar system successfully tracked and landed the GEIV’s test aircraft under severe weather conditions during the SAT.
“ITT’s ability to deliver further capabilities on these systems supports the strong working relationship with the Brazilian Ministry of Defense,” said ITT Electronic Systems President Chris Bernhardt. “The ongoing success of our PAR-2000 testing reinforces the longevity and durability of the systems.”
ITT Radar Systems-Gilfillan originally sold four fixed PAR systems to Brazil in 1997. Last year, ITT was awarded a contract to upgrade these original systems; work commenced in 2008 and will conclude about five years later.