The UK MOD has invested £40 million with the intention of developing a cutting-edge fighter jet helmet for pilots within the Typhoon fleet.
Striker II is considered one of the world’s most advanced helmets and displays all mission-critical data in colour on a pilot’s visor for enhanced situational awareness.
The helmet will provide pilots with an all-digital night vision system, reduced noise, unparalleled comfort and can be upgraded to meet new battlespace demands, all critical in what can be a highly complex and pressurised environment.
Under the £40 million contract with BAE Systems, specialist engineers are developing the helmet’s capabilities to produce a set of assets to undertake testing on at the company’s combat air site based in Warton in Lancashire.
The helmet would further enhance ongoing upgrades to Typhoon, including the provision of the world class ECRS Mk2 radar, to ensure the aircraft can continue its critical role in providing round the clock defence and security.