During the series of trials over open water, the radar tracked both air and surface targets under a variety of conditions. The demonstrations validated years of modelling and simulation work and produced the first live data set for the (V)4 configuration to refine the system for future testing and deployment.
“The successful live demonstration of the SPY-6(V)4 radar is a major step forward in advancing the capabilities of today’s fleet and supporting allied operations worldwide,” said Barbara Borgonovi, president of Naval Power at Raytheon. “The radar will allow existing U.S. Navy Flight IIA Destroyers to significantly upgrade their detection and tracking capabilities, allowing sailors to more effectively monitor and respond to potential threats in real-time.”
The AN/SPY-6(V)4 is the latest variant in the U.S. Navy’s SPY-6 Family of Radars to undergo live maritime testing. The programme will continue with further trials and enhancements, using shared hardware and software across other variants to ensure integration and scalability.
Over the coming decade, the SPY-6 system is expected to be installed on more than 60 U.S. Navy ships. The radar will provide strengthened defence against air, surface, and ballistic threats.
