The AN/ALQ-156(V)1 Missile Approach Detector consists of a receiver/transmitter (RT), a control indicator and two identical blade antennas. The RT is equipped with a built-in-test capability for the system. The total system weight is 49.5 pounds. Upon detection of an on-coming missile, the missile detector automatically initiates a signal which triggers the M-130 General Purpose Dispenser System. The dispenser system then releases a flare to decoy the infrared missile(s) away from the aircraft. The AN/ALQ-156 and M-130 Dispenser with flares are designed to provide protection against present and near-term infrared homing missile threats.
This system has been transitioned to Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM). The program is currently in Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) with work being conducted by Lockheed Martin, Nashua, NH.
The AN/ALQ-156(V)2 Missile Approach Detector is an airborne radar system which provides infrared homing protection to the EH-60A and RC-12 aircraft by detecting the approach of anti-aircraft missiles. Upon detection of an on-coming missile, the missile detector automatically initiates a signal that triggers the M-130 General Purpose Dispenser System. The dispenser system then releases a flare to decoy the infrared missile(s) away from the aircraft. The AN/ALQ-156(V)2 Missile Approach Detector and M-130 Dispenser with flares are designed to provide protection against present and near-term infrared homing missile threats. The AN/ALQ-156(V)2 Missile Approach Detector consists of a receiver/transmitter (RT), a control indicator and four identical circular horn antennas. The RT is equipped with a built-in-test capability for the system. The total system weight is 55.8 pounds. The AN/ALQ-156(V)3 Missile Approach Detector is an airborne radar system which provides infrared homing protection to the C-23B aircraft by detecting the approach of anti-aircraft missiles. Upon detection of an on-coming missile, the missile detector automatically initiates a signal that triggers the M-130 General Purpose Dispenser System. The AN/ALQ-156(V)3 Missile Approach Detector and M-130 Dispenser with flares are designed to provide protection against present and near-term infrared homing missile threats. The dispenser system then releases a flare to decoy the infrared missile(s) away from the aircraft. The AN/ALQ-156(V)3 Missile Approach Detector consists of a receiver/transmitter (RT), a control indicator and four identical planar slot antennas. The RT is equipped with a built-in-test capability for the system. The total system weight is 63.8 pounds.
