In more than 40 years of development, the Helmet-Mounted Display (HMD) has become a key part of the equipment for fixed and rotary wing pilots and ground soldiers, proving to be a force multiplier and reducing user workload. Rockwell Collins has been a key player in the development of modern HMD technology and is currently fielding major HMDs supporting pilots around the world including the Joint Hemet Mounted Cueing System (JHMCS) and Strike Eye. This paper will outline the history of HMDs over the last 40 years for fixed wing, rotorcraft and soldiers and discuss Rockwell Collins' role. We will discuss the development and testing required for introduction of HMDs into the modern pilot environment. Within the paper we will point out some of the misconceptions, facts and legends of HMDS.

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Next generation night displays are expected to have higher resolution, larger field of view and lower costs. These displays will be expected to provide real world images at starlight overcast with minimal scintillation, improved dynamic range and symbology. VSI is developing a series of displays that will meet this demand and will provide an overview of the capabilities in this paper. We will address the requirements and design conflicts associated with the development of an all digital system. Finally, we will provide insight into the capability of an "all" digital system and its potential future.

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