As air traffic is projected to grow significantly in the coming decades, airspace will become increasingly congested and shared by both civilian and military aircraft. This surge in traffic will generate more data and require rapid, accurate identification of all aircraft, including those that may not cooperate. Air operation managers must have instant access to a comprehensive national air picture.
The RSM NG/IFF system, which integrates Mode S, ADS-B, and advanced Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) capabilities, enhances airspace efficiency, improves civil-military airspace separation, and ensures faster, better-coordinated air traffic management. Its multi-technology approach enables quicker track initiation and delivers a clearer, more precise air picture, now reinforced with NATO Mode 5 interrogation and backed by international aviation certifications.
Developed by Thales, leveraging over 50 years of global leadership in air traffic control radars and more than 25,000 systems deployed worldwide, the RSM NG/IFF is fully cybersecured and powered by artificial intelligence. It is specifically designed with built-in data segregation between Mode S and Mode 5 to guarantee that sensitive military data is accessible only to authorised users.
