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Top Aces Montreal-based defense contractor Top Aces is reinforcing its position as a leader in advanced adversary air training with the announcement of potential upgrades to its fleet of F-16 aircraft. As the world’s only commercial operator of the F-16 for adversary training, Top Aces is exploring additional capabilities that promise to enhance the performance and effectiveness of its training environment. The F-16s operated by Top Aces are equipped with cutting-edge technologies that set them apart in the training domain. Features like Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar, helmet-mounted cueing systems, Link 16 communications, high off-boresight missile capability, and advanced electronic jamming pods are standard. These enhancements provide a realistic and challenging training atmosphere for U.S. and allied pilots, essential for modern air combat scenarios. 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He stated that the company is considering advanced capabilities such as commercial electronic attack and jamming systems, high-off-boresight infrared missile integration, and AI-controlled adversary air wingmen. “These innovations aim to provide even more robust training scenarios for pilots preparing to engage in high-stakes air combat,” Quinn noted. In September 2022, Top Aces was selected under the U.S. Air Force’s Combat Air Force Contracted Air Support program, allowing the company to provide advanced adversary air training at key installations such as Eglin Air Force Base in Florida and Luke Air Force Base in Arizona. This five-year contract is expected to significantly enhance training effectiveness for fifth-generation combat pilots, preparing them for the complexities of modern warfare through realistic and immersive exercises. Top Aces stands out as the sole commercial operator of F-16s and as a pioneer in open mission system technology, facilitating rapid and flexible testing opportunities for various defense applications. The company’s collaboration with organizations like the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) underscores its commitment to advancing U.S. military training capabilities. Quinn emphasized the importance of their experienced team, stating, “We have a highly skilled group of F-16 maintainers and pilots, which positions us uniquely to meet the growing training needs for F-16 operations.” The anticipated upgrades to their systems are designed to enrich the training experience further, ensuring pilots emerge well-prepared for the challenges they will face in actual combat situations. NEW F-16 EXPERIENCE Top Aces recently announced the integration of an advanced infrared search and track (IRST) capability on its F-16 Advanced Aggressor Fighter (AAF) platform. This sophisticated technology, which measures infrared radiation to detect, track, and identify targets, will significantly elevate the training experience for U.S. Air Force fifth-generation fighter pilots. The IRST system incorporates Leonardo’s state-of-the-art SkyWard scanning sensor. This passive long-wave infrared sensor boasts a wide scanning volume for early target detection and engagement opportunities beyond the visual range. The integration allows Top Aces pilots to optimize their targeting capabilities by linking advanced sensors, thus simulating real-world combat scenarios effectively. “This industry-first capability in adversary air training reflects our commitment to providing the U.S. Air Force with highly capable adversaries,” Quinn remarked. “We believe that our F-16 AAF platform, combined with our experienced personnel, offers the most realistic and cost-effective training solution available.” With over 130,000 accident-free flight hours, Top Aces and its subsidiaries, including Top Aces Corp. and Blue Air Training Corp., continue to deliver top-tier adversary air training and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training to armed forces worldwide, reinforcing their reputation as leaders in the defense training sector. RECOMMENDED ARTICLES 0COMMENT NEWSLETTER THE BLUEPRINT DAILY Stay up-to-date on engineering, tech, space, and science news with The Blueprint. Mail Me By clicking sign up, you confirm that you accept this site's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy ABOUT THE EDITOR Kapil Kajal Kapil Kajal is an award-winning journalist with a diverse portfolio spanning defense, politics, technology, crime, environment, human rights, and foreign policy. His work has been featured in publications such as Janes, National Geographic, Al Jazeera, Rest of World, Mongabay, and Nikkei. Kapil holds a dual bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering and a master’s diploma in journalism from the Institute of Journalism and New Media in Bangalore. 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