AN/ALQ-165 Airborne Self Protection Jammer
Posted: Sun May 21, 2006 8:24 pm
On the F/A-18, one part of this unit is identifiable by the two dorsal humps to the aft of the canopy. Due to bugetary cuts the program was cancelled. However, the FY97 Defense appropriation provided $48.4M with direction that the Navy procure an additional 36 ASPJ systems with spares and support. The Navy intends to use these systems as a rotatable pool to equip three squadrons of USN/USMC F/A-18C/D aircraft (source: FAS.ORG)
The plane came sans the signature humps that are characteristic of the "C" model.
I used a plastic rod, I believe 6.4mm and at this point, basic woodworking skills translate. I cut about 2cm of rod and using an industrial grade file, sanded 3 sides at 90 degree angles, essentially forming the shape of a block. I used the Xacto blade to shape the overall profile and then to smooth off, I used a variety of sanding film from a Testors pack. Ideally, work slow because its better to take too little than too much. The approximate time to completion would be about 30 to 40 minutes. I used GOOP brand adhesive (used for household applications and piping) to adhere the pieces.
The plane came sans the signature humps that are characteristic of the "C" model.
I used a plastic rod, I believe 6.4mm and at this point, basic woodworking skills translate. I cut about 2cm of rod and using an industrial grade file, sanded 3 sides at 90 degree angles, essentially forming the shape of a block. I used the Xacto blade to shape the overall profile and then to smooth off, I used a variety of sanding film from a Testors pack. Ideally, work slow because its better to take too little than too much. The approximate time to completion would be about 30 to 40 minutes. I used GOOP brand adhesive (used for household applications and piping) to adhere the pieces.