The company said SABR is intended to extend fleet service life and improve mission capabilities for aircraft already in operation. Its flexible design allows integration on multiple aircraft types and supports continued software upgrades without requiring hardware changes.
SABR combines several sensing functions, including ground mapping, moving target tracking and electronic signal detection, to give pilots faster and clearer operational information. Northrop Grumman said the radar is powered by American-made microelectronics and built to adapt to evolving threats.
The system is also designed to operate with electronic warfare equipment, including the Integrated Viper Electronic Warfare Suite. According to Northrop Grumman, that interoperability allows simultaneous detection and protection missions.
Northrop Grumman said its digital design and manufacturing processes support faster radar production to meet urgent defence readiness and fleet modernisation needs. The company described SABR as a scalable and cost-effective solution for enhancing existing aircraft.
The radar programme is supported by Northrop Grumman personnel with more than 50 years of radar experience. The company said it continues to invest in research and development to maintain SABR’s reliability, scalability and operational relevance.
