Mission:
Enables Aircrew members Blue Force Tracking-Aviation situational awareness, plan missions and react to mission changes in flight.

Description:
The Electronic Data Manager (EDM) is a lightweight and portable touch-screen computer in the form of a kneeboard. It provides the Aviator with global positioning system (GPS) moving map capabilities, tactical mission planning and graphic overlays, sunlight readability, and the ability to use Windows-based software.

The EDM includes:

• Moving map display (GPS aircraft position and waypoints)
• Tactical graphics
• Two-way Blue Force Tracking-Aviation situational awareness
• Beyond line-of-sight text messaging
• Displays of checklists, manuals and approach plates in PDF format
• Capability to import mission planning data from Aviation Mission Planning Systems software
• Weight and balance calculations
• Aircraft performance planning calculations
• Electronic notes

The EDM Spiral 3.5 improvements include:

• Faster System Processor and increased memory
• Sunlight Readable and NVG Compatible Display
• 6.4” Sealed Trans-reflective Glass Touch Screen 480x640
• External Power, Ethernet, and USB 2.0 interfaces-enhanced speed and performance
• Dynamic terrain and obstacle avoidance software