Missile Approach Confirmation Sensor (MACS) for Helicopters

Confirms suspected incoming missile threats flagged by passive missile‑warning sensors (UV/IR), reducing false alarms and unnecessary countermeasure deployment.

Semi‑active verification: slews to the reported bearing and performs an interrogation/confirmation (radar/Doppler or radar‑assisted method depending on integration).

Designed for helicopter installation — compact, rugged, and compatible with airborne self‑protection suites and DIRCM/dispenser systems for a layered defense.

Reduces crew workload and stress by ensuring only validated threats trigger evasive actions or countermeasures, improving mission safety and compliance with civil/operational rules of engagement.

Modular integration options: vehicle/airframe‑specific mounting, standard data/bus interfaces for C2 and missile warning systems, and options for automatic or crew‑initiated verification modes.

Ruggedized for operational environments — engineered for vibration, temperature extremes, and weather resistance typical of helicopter operations.

Ideal for military, VIP, UN, and HLS helicopter operations where reducing false alarms and ensuring measured countermeasure use are critical.