In terms of communication between aircraft in the military space, Mode-5 IFF has become the only standards in NATO-regulated aircraft since June 2020. As a crucial component of military aircraft security, the European Security & Defence magazine, with the valuable insights of our CEO Tom Furey, focused on the topic of “Mode 5 Identification Friend or Foe protocol” to provide a comprehensive overview of its development and how it is used today for military purposes.

In this article, you will learn about:

• The development of communication protocols between aircraft in the civil and defense space
• The role of U.S Regulatory Entities in assessing and mandating Air Traffic Control technologies
• Deep Dive into the development of Mode 5
• The importance of Mode-5 in NATO members’ security

Sagetech Avionics keeps innovating in its award-winning Mode 5 IFF solution: the MX12B, that is now available at level 2 B In and Out in the same box. Find more information about our successful demonstration at Bold Quest 2021 here.

Read the full article in European Security & Defence publication: Identification Friend or Foe Article