SAIC Mission Planning System (SAIC//MPS)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the system be modified to accommodate new airframes?

Yes. SAIC can adapt the MPS technology based on customer criteria. SAIC has made adaptations for both US and foreign aircraft.

In addition to fixed winged aircraft, are rotary winged aircraft supported?

Yes. SAIC//MPS supports the mission planning needs for several helicopters including the AH-64, WAH-64, EH-101, MH-53, CH-47, and UH-60.

What types of missions are supported?

Various roles including both transport and tactical missions are supported.

What type of electronic map data are supported?

CADRG (Compressed ARC Digitized Raster Graphics), CIB (Controlled Image Base), GeoTIFF (Tagged Image File Format), and DTED (Digitized Terrain Elevation Data) for use in mission planning and debriefing.