Small tactical radio terminal from ViaSat for DA20 Falcon from BAE Systems UK
NewsNovember 26, 2013
CARLSBAD, Calif. BAE Systems, UK chose ViaSat Inc., to deliver the Small Tactical Terminal (STT) KOR-24 for installation on the Cobham Falcon 20 to support Link 16 network pre-deployment training. The STT, which was co-developed by ViaSat and Harris Corp., is a certified VHF/UHF and Link 16 two-channel radio that is authorized for transmission in the UK airspace on any platform that has the same clearance approval.
The Cobham program meets the requirements for the Royal Navy Joint Support Air Tasking Organization dealing with fleet data link training and compatibility management of naval assets before operational deployment. It has enhanced data throughput and multi-level security to enable a wide area system that reinforces tactical communications.
The fully-certified STT/KOR-24 two-channel, Link 16 and VHF/UHF radio terminal delivers simultaneous communication of voice and/or data. It reduces the Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) of tactical data link equipment and has a range of software-defined VHF/UHF military radio and Link 16 functions. The VHF/UHF channels enable soldiers to insert time-critical data on the Link 16 network via software programmable waveforms such as HaveQuick and SINCGARS. Weighing only 16 pounds, the STT/KOR-24 is used in helicopters, light aircraft, UAVs, small boats, and ground forces.
