Lockheed Martin and Saab ran a graphical representation showing the aircraft transmitting FLIR video to the Saab 9LV combat system console on board an ANZAC class frigate over the Hawklink Tactical Common Data Link.
The Hawklink TCDL consists of a Ku-band air-to-ship pipe capable of streaming FLIR video and other sensor data at 10 megabits per second.
The scenario demonstrated the Romeo's capability to supply real-time situational awareness information to the frigate regarding ships and smaller vessels in the patrolled area.
Information received by the frigate from the helicopter was then passed on to a Rigid-Hulled Inflatable Boat (RHIB), allowing it to complete its mission to intercept and board a suspicious vessel.