French Navy Modernizes Maritime Patrol Fleet
The French Navy has completed the modernization of its Dassault-Breguet Atlantique 2 (ATL2) maritime patrol aircraft fleet, with the final aircraft delivered in the Standard 6 configuration. The upgrade program, which began in 2013, aimed to keep the fleet operational into the next decade. The Standard 6 configuration includes new sensors and mission systems, such as the Thales Searchmaster radar and a new acoustic subsystem. The ATL2 fleet will continue to play a crucial role in France’s naval operations, including anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance. The upgrade program was reported by AeroTime.