RTX';s Raytheon completes first AN/TPY-2 radar for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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Raytheon, an RTX business, has delivered the first AN/TPY-2 radar to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This missile defense radar features a complete Gallium Nitride (GaN) populated array, marking a significant advancement in its capabilities. The GaN technology provides greater sensitivity, increased range, and expanded surveillance capacity.

The upgraded AN/TPY-2 radar includes more than 50 enhancements, improving Saudi Arabia's missile defense capabilities. Operating in the X-band of the electromagnetic spectrum, it can distinguish between actual threats and non-threat objects. In Terminal mode, the radar directly communicates with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system.

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• Delivery of first AN/TPY-2 radar with complete GaN array to Saudi Arabia
• Enhanced radar capabilities including increased range and expanded surveillance capacity
• Over 50 enhancements made to the radar system
• Improved missile threat detection and discrimination capabilities

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This latest version features GaN technology for increased sensitivity.

TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has delivered the first AN/TPY-2 radar for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The AN/TPY-2 is a missile defense radar that can detect, track and discriminate ballistic missiles in multiple phases of flight.

This is the first AN/TPY-2 radar with a complete Gallium Nitride, or GaN, populated array in the system. GaN is a glasslike material that offers key advantages over other radio frequency semiconductors in energy efficiency, weight and power output. GaN technology provides greater sensitivity to increase range as well as expand surveillance capacity. This technology is also a key enabler in allowing the AN/TPY-2 radar to support the hypersonic mission.

"The latest AN/TPY-2 radar is now in a different class with Raytheon making more than 50 enhancements to the radar," said Paul Ferraro, President, Air & Space Defense Systems, Raytheon. "These upgrades will help Saudi Arabia to better defend itself from missile threats and will additionally benefit the entire fleet with enhanced sensing capability."

AN/TPY-2 operates in the X-band of the electromagnetic spectrum. This enables it to see targets more clearly and distinguish between an actual threat to a defended area and non-threat objects, like separation debris. When operating in Terminal mode, AN/TPY-2 is directly in the fire control loop of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) ballistic missile defense system through its direct communication with the THAAD missile.

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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FAQ

What new technology does the AN/TPY-2 radar delivered to Saudi Arabia feature?

The AN/TPY-2 radar delivered to Saudi Arabia features a complete Gallium Nitride (GaN) populated array, which provides greater sensitivity, increased range, and expanded surveillance capacity.

How many enhancements were made to the latest AN/TPY-2 radar by Raytheon (RTX)?

Raytheon (RTX) made more than 50 enhancements to the latest AN/TPY-2 radar.

What is the operational mode of the AN/TPY-2 radar in relation to the THAAD system?

In Terminal mode, the AN/TPY-2 radar is directly in the fire control loop of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system through direct communication with the THAAD missile.

What electromagnetic spectrum band does the AN/TPY-2 radar operate in?

The AN/TPY-2 radar operates in the X-band of the electromagnetic spectrum, allowing it to see targets more clearly and distinguish between actual threats and non-threat objects.