Flexible, Cost-Effective ISR Capabilities to Support Warfighters in Dynamic Operational Environme
When it comes to conducting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions for the warfighter, having the right equipment and operators is crucial. Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) provide critical information in real-time, allowing soldiers to gather intelligence, monitor enemy movements and assess potential threats from a safe distance. Without these capabilities, soldiers are left vulnerable and less equipped to make informed decisions on the battlefield. UAS ISR capabilities are critical to the safety and effectiveness of our troops on the ground.
Contractor owned, contractor operated (COCO) solutions are an efficient and cost-effective way to bring UAS ISR capabilities to the battlefield, offering flexibility and scalability in operations. The contractor can focus on providing an efficient and effective UAS ISR solution while the customer focuses on mission execution. By outsourcing the entire life cycle to contract partners, including technology integration, logistics and system operation and sustainment, the warfighter can adapt quickly to changing requirements and operational environments. This flexibility is crucial in today's rapidly evolving battlefield, where operations may need to adjust on short notice.
Our Aerosonde® UAS is well-suited for providing contracted uncrewed ISR support to fill this capability need. The Aerosonde UAS is an extremely expeditionary, reliable and cost-effective platform with over 700,000 flight hours that can deliver high-quality imagery and data to soldiers on the ground, enhancing situational awareness and decision-making capabilities.
Leveraging the capabilities of Aerosonde UAS through contracted uncrewed ISR services ensures soldiers have access to critical ISR support, which is needed to successfully execute and achieve mission objectives. With a flight endurance of up to 20 hours and a range of over 140 km, this system can cover large distances and stay airborne for extended periods of time, providing valuable surveillance and reconnaissance data to military personnel on the ground and at sea. Additionally, the range of an Aerosonde UAS can easily be extended by deploying a small footprint spoke site. This makes it an excellent option for long-duration missions that require continuous monitoring of a specific area. The Aerosonde UAS is also equipped with advanced sensors and cameras that can capture detailed information during both day and night operations, allowing military personnel to gather critical intelligence in a variety of conditions. This data can then be transmitted in real-time, providing up-to-date information to support tactical decision-making.
The Aerosonde UAS has a modular design that allows for quick and easy assembly and disassembly, simplifying maintenance and repair tasks in the field. The system is also expeditionary in nature, with a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) kit. Additionally, advanced autonomy features enable it to operate in challenging environments with minimal human intervention, reducing the workload on operators and enhancing mission effectiveness.
Contracted uncrewed ISR services offer numerous benefits, both logistically and operationally, making it a strategic option when looking to rapidly bring enhanced capabilities and expanded mission sets to the field.