The Orbiter 3 Small Tactical UAS (STUAS) combines an impressive performance envelope with extended operational coverage and radically reduced logistical footprint. Orbiter 3 STUAS is designed to operate with, and support the higher tactical echelon, providing intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions with long endurance. This system can carry payloads up to 5 kg in weight, including multi-sensor stabilized EO payloads carrying laser target-designation systems.The latest variant of the Orbiter 3 STUAS is fitted with digital datalink, extended endurance of 7 hours and operational radius of 150 km.
The system is fully compatible with industry standards, including STANAG 4586 (NATO) for UAS controls and H.246 for the video streaming.
The system is operated and controlled by the Aeronautics proprietary Multi Operation Aerial Vehicle (MOAV) software, an advanced interface developed in-house.
Key features and capabilities:
Highly transportable vehicle mounted system
Tri-sensor payloads for day, night
operation under clouds
Unique SIGINT capabilities
Rapid deployment, 7- minute to launch
Simple assembly, rapid turnaround
Silent, electrical propulsion
Low silhouette, covert operation
Automatic takeoff and recovery
Operational below cloud base, in harsh
weather conditions
Long endurance, extended operational range
Catapult launch, net landing for maritime
operation
Mission autonomy, accurate navigation,
with or without GPS or datalink
Control and monitoring from moving vehicles
Optional capabilities:
Advanced image processing
Net landing for maritime operations
Advanced image processing