This study, commissioned to Lockheed Martin in January 2024, explored OSA concepts designed to meet NGRC capability requirements in a solution-agnostic manner. Participants reviewed a detailed report and accompanying video outlining the findings, setting the stage for the drafting of NGRC requirements in collaboration with NATO member states.
Study #3 aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis of OSA concepts, considering trade-offs and benefits for stakeholders, including NATO agencies, operational commands, national governments, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The study identified enterprise and business enablers of OSA and Digital Engineering, as well as potential barriers to their adoption.
The findings offer NGRC participating nations a robust understanding of relevant OSAs and their enabling digital ecosystems. These insights will inform future assessments under Concept Study #5 and aid in defining requirements for subsequent NGRC programme phases.
The NGRC programme addresses the impending need to replace medium multi-role rotorcraft fleets across NATO allies as existing systems near the end of their life cycles between 2035 and 2040. Many current platforms are based on designs from the last century, necessitating a modernised approach leveraging advancements in technology, production, and operational methods.
“The results of this study are critical in equipping NATO and participating nations with the tools to navigate the next stages of rotorcraft development,” an NSPA representative stated. With a focus on cost-effective, innovative solutions, the NGRC programme aims to ensure NATO remains equipped with cutting-edge rotorcraft capabilities well into the future.
Source: NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA).
