General Atomics AeroTec Systems GmbH (GA-ATS) joins a strategic partnership with SVP
Aerospace to provide comprehensive mission equipment solutions for reliable data
transmission between the Do228 NXT special mission aircraft and various ground targets,
including ships, vehicles, ground stations and other aircraft.
Flexible data transmission solutions for critical missions
With this partnership SVP Aerospace’s proven technology, capable of transmitting up to four
HD videos or one UHD stream with low latency and high stability, becomes available for the
Do228 NXT aircraft and its ever-growing list of equipment options. The Spanish provider
offers versatile data transmission equipment for defense, security and emergency operators
worldwide.
The new mission equipment allows Do228 NXT operators to transmit a wide variety of data,
such as metadata, photos, videos, coordinates, live videos or infrared photos. The specific
data and transmission paths can be selected individually.
Three advanced transmission pathways
The partnership delivers three distinct data link solutions that can be installed on the aircraft:
IP Satellite DataLink, IP Cellular DataLink and AVS RF Antenna (Line of Sight). These can
be installed individually or combined to offer the operator maximum operational flexibility.
IP Satellite DataLink provides global coverage for data transmission through satellite
communication for operations in remote areas and extended ranges. The second option, IP
Cellular DataLink, leverages standard cellular networks and SIM card technology, offering
seamless 5G access. This option is particularly advantageous for the Do228 NXT, which
operates effectively at low altitudes where cellular coverage remains strong. Furthermore,
the AVS RF Antenna enables direct line of sight communication with a range of up to 160
kilometers, providing a cost-effective and reliable option for operations within visual range.
Versatile platform for diverse missions
The Do228 NXT as a highly versatile platform, is capable of addressing a wide range of
operational requirements. The aircraft’s proven design and flight characteristics, combined
with the advanced data transmission systems of SVP Aerospace provides full connectivity
and real-time data transmission capabilities. This enables operators to conduct complex
missions including surveillance and reconnaissance, maritime patrol, emergency response
coordination, environmental monitoring, and search and rescue operations.
