RTX's Raytheon introduces advanced targeting system for U.S. Navy helicopters
Next-generation capability supports critical maritime security operations
MCKINNEY, Texas, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business launched its newest Multispectral Targeting System variant, MTS-A HD, that offers significant visual enhancements for maritime helicopter operations.
This next-generation variant delivers improved targeting precision, imaging clarity, and expanded operational flexibility for naval helicopter platforms. Raytheon is collaborating with industry and commercial partners on the new variant to accelerate production and reduce system costs.
"Navy helicopter pilots need the clearest possible view when flying in hostile areas," said Bryan Rosselli, president of Advanced Products & Solutions at Raytheon. "Our new high-definition sensor system provides aircrews with superior visual capability, allowing them to make faster and more informed decisions when it matters most."
MTS-A HD builds on Raytheon's proven MTS family of sensors, which are already in use on over 400 U.S. Navy helicopters. The system's modular architecture allows for seamless integration and a cost-effective upgrade path for existing MTS users while providing enhanced capabilities.
MTS-A HD is also attracting significant international interest spanning Australia, Denmark, Saudi Arabia, India, Norway, Greece, Spain, South Korea and emerging markets in Europe and Asia.
About Raytheon
Raytheon, an RTX business, is a leading provider of defense solutions to help the U.S. government, our allies and partners defend their national sovereignty and ensure their security. For more than 100 years, Raytheon has developed new technologies and enhanced existing capabilities in integrated air and missile defense, smart weapons, missiles, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, hypersonics and missile defense across land, air, sea and space.
About RTX
With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2023 sales of $69 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
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