Bell Textron Inc., has selected Honeywell’s LED Landing Search Light (LSL) for the U.S. Army’s MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA).
Honeywell’s LSL is a high-intensity, energy-efficient landing searchlight that integrates multiple functions into a single unit, reducing pilot workload. The LED lighting solution delivers proven performance and is optimised to meet the demanding mission requirements of the MV-75 FLRAA, with enhanced optical design, power and thermal management, and environmental protection, while also lowering operating costs and weight.
“The MV-75 FLRAA is crucial for the U.S. Army and will provide the Army significantly enhanced speed, range and lethality,” said Rich DeGraff, President, Control Systems, Honeywell Aerospace Technologies.
Manufactured at Honeywell’s facility in Urbana, Ohio, the new LSL incorporates the latest component designs originally developed for the commercial aviation market, adapted to meet the specific performance and installation requirements of the MV-75 FLRAA. The system also offers growth potential for future MV-75 variants, including the addition of a laser Pro Tracker to support integration with other potential EO/IR systems. The LSL is derived from a proven family of products serving business jets and regional transport aircraft, as well as light fighters, trainer aircraft and helicopters.
Earlier this year, Bell also selected Honeywell Attune™ and Honeywell’s 36-150 auxiliary power unit (APU) for the MV-75 FLRAA programme.
Honeywell Attune™ is a lightweight, low-maintenance and energy-efficient thermal management system that uses advanced technology to generate cold air or liquid for cooling aircraft cabins and electronic systems.
