RGB Spectrum enhances F-16 training with Trident

RGB Spectrum®, a pioneering designer and manufacturer of real-time audio-visual solutions for defence and public safety, announces that Trident Military Systems, LLC, a pioneering provider of flight simulation systems for military organisations, has teamed up with RGB Spectrum to enhance the effectiveness of its F-16 training programs.

With a focus on delivering realistic, synchronised training experiences, Trident has successfully integrated RGB Spectrum’s SuperView®, DGy™, and QuadView® solutions, transforming how pilots and instructors engage with their training data.

The Challenge

Trident Military Systems supports the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve by building and maintaining F-16 simulators across multiple sites nationwide.

Trident aimed to provide instructors with real-time cockpit data, synchronised video sources, and effective debriefing capabilities for improving pilot training.

Why RGB Spectrum?

RGB Spectrum’s technology proved vital in delivering high-quality training to the Air National Guard 

Trident turned to RGB Spectrum for its flexible, reliable, and scalable solutions. These products allowed Trident to seamlessly integrate custom applications, synchronise video with network data, and ensure fail-safe operations under critical conditions. RGB Spectrum’s technology proved essential in delivering high-quality training to the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve.

“We needed a solution that could integrate cockpit data with real-time network information and ensure that our training systems performed flawlessly under the high-stakes conditions of military training,” said Jerry Giacinto, Chief Technology Officer at Trident Military Systems. “RGB Spectrum’s products have provided the reliability and flexibility we need to offer exceptional training experiences.”

How RGB Spectrum’s technology powers training?

Trident Military Systems utilises the following RGB Spectrum products to support training and debriefing:

• SuperView Multiviewer: Displays a real-time "glass cockpit" on a large monitor, giving instructors a comprehensive view of cockpit data, including multi-function displays (MFD), flight data, and simulated out-of-cockpit visuals.
• DGy Video Codecs: Records video and audio during training sessions using JPEG2000 compression, providing visually lossless video for accurate post-mission analysis and debriefing.
• QuadView Multiviewer: Integrates multiple video sources on a single screen, enabling instructors to present critical training data in customisable layouts for enhanced clarity and context.

The Results

The integration of RGB Spectrum’s technology has had a profound impact on Trident Military Systems’ ability to deliver high-quality, synchronised training:

• Enhanced Training Capabilities: Instructors gain real-time access to all cockpit data, improving the depth and quality of feedback during training.
• Improved Debriefing: DGy’s video and audio recording features have streamlined post-mission analysis, allowing for a more detailed and effective debriefing process.
• Operational Efficiency: RGB Spectrum’s customisable solutions have increased operational efficiency by seamlessly synchronising video playback with network data.

“The SuperView, DGy, and QuadView have made a difference in how we deliver and review F-16 training missions. The clarity, real-time synchronisation, and ability to record and play back training sessions have improved our ability to debrief and educate pilots,” said Giacinto. “These tools have become indispensable in our daily operations.”