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