With new Incheon more ASW helos
Korean Wildcat AW159 full
Leonardo AW159 "Wildcat". The devices were delivered at the end of November after completing the final acceptance tests.
The four cells are part of an order to equip the South Korean Navy (RoKN) with eight ASW helicopters as part of a program to build anti-submarine fighting capabilities.
The Korean AW159 can be armed with light type K745 Cheong Sangeo (blue shark) torpedoes, and deep loads to track ships and submarines.
AW159 Lynx Wildcat:
The AW159 Lynx "Wildcat" is scheduled to replace the first-generation Lynx, this new six-tonne multi-role helicopter, is ordered by the British Ministry of Defense. The first was delivered at the end of 2011.
Equipped with two new generation Honeywell CTS800 Rolls-Royce turbines capable of delivering 12% more power, compared to older models. The cockpit includes a fully integrated display system, using four 10x8 inch screens. The sensors in the nose have a TV / IR imager coupled with a laser designator.
The maritime version has a Selex-ES Galileo 7400E radar active over 360 degrees. The AW159 incorporates a missile warning system, radar warning sensors and a countermeasure distribution system. In addition, it has a complete range of weaponry, including machine guns, torpedoes, underwater grenades and the ability to fire the future self-guided surface weapon (FASGW).
