ADi News2012-07-11 16:09:53
King Air 350ER upgraded with SELEX Galileo ATOS is undergoing EASA certification flight campaign
A Beechcraft King Air 350ER, modified with Finmeccanica company SELEX Galileo's ATOS mission system and sensors, has successfully completed the first set of aeromechanical flights required for European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification. These flights are part of a programme conducted with Corporate Aircraft SA, exclusive distributor of Hawker-Beechcraft aircraft, who are purchasing the aircraft and mission system for an undisclosed end-user.
The King Air 350ER flew with SELEX Galileo's Gabbiano radar and Airborne Tactical Observation and Surveillance (ATOS) system. The integrated nature of the ATOS allowed a single operator to manage and operate the Gabbiano radar, AIS and electro-optic sensor using the same tactical interface.
"This is another example of the adaptability of our systems and our expertise in platform systems integration" said Gianfranco Terrando, SVP Air Systems, Unmanned Air Systems & Simulators at SELEX Galileo, adding "The inherent adaptability of the ATOS system combined with the range of sensor modes offered by our Gabbiano radar offers a step change in capability for King Air customers who need an answer to complex and challenging ISR requirements."
SELEX Galileo's ATOS has already been selected by six different nations with more than 40 systems in service on a wide range of platforms. Various versions of the Gabbiano radar have been selected by six customers around the world including Embraer's KC390.
A Beechcraft King Air 350ER, modified with Finmeccanica company SELEX Galileo's ATOS mission system and sensors, has successfully completed the first set of aeromechanical flights required for European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification. These flights are part of a programme conducted with Corporate Aircraft SA, exclusive distributor of Hawker-Beechcraft aircraft, who are purchasing the aircraft and mission system for an undisclosed end-user.
The King Air 350ER flew with SELEX Galileo's Gabbiano radar and Airborne Tactical Observation and Surveillance (ATOS) system. The integrated nature of the ATOS allowed a single operator to manage and operate the Gabbiano radar, AIS and electro-optic sensor using the same tactical interface.
"This is another example of the adaptability of our systems and our expertise in platform systems integration" said Gianfranco Terrando, SVP Air Systems, Unmanned Air Systems & Simulators at SELEX Galileo, adding "The inherent adaptability of the ATOS system combined with the range of sensor modes offered by our Gabbiano radar offers a step change in capability for King Air customers who need an answer to complex and challenging ISR requirements."
SELEX Galileo's ATOS has already been selected by six different nations with more than 40 systems in service on a wide range of platforms. Various versions of the Gabbiano radar have been selected by six customers around the world including Embraer's KC390.
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