Air Picture Display System (APDS)
The operational role of the APDS is to integrate all available resources into a single, efficient in-flight command and control capability by:
Creating a current, complete and accurate Air Situation Picture and distribute it to the different command and control users.
Supporting positive control of all aircraft and weapon systems, mainly on operational combat missions;
Providing effective Air Defence of sovereign territory in general and vital areas and possible conflict zones in particular.