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Home > QinetiQ - PADS ASonde R3.0

QinetiQ - PADS ASonde R3.0

The PADS® Precision AirDrop System ASonde enables aircrews to obtain in-situ weather information for mission execution. The use of data provided by the QinetiQ North America ASonde, in conjunction with the PADS UHF Dropsonde Receiver Sub-system (UHF-DRS) has resulted in a 70% improvement for impact point accuracy for high-altitude ballistic airdrop systems. For guided airdrop systems, the real-time data provided by the PADS ASonde allows mission planners to increase standoff distance and deliver cargo and personnel from higher altitudes with greater precision and safety than conventional methods.

Applications
Measurement of realtime wind information to support guided, ballistic and personnel airdrop operations
Measurement of wind information for meteorological application in remote areas
Features
Simple to operate
11 programmable frequencies adds flexibility to operations
Single indicator for power and GPS lock
Operational in excess of 25,000 ft MSL
Parachute color options allows for training or combat operations
Replaceable batteries
Run-time feature allows operator to determine remaining operational life