Upgraded ground control station for military aircraft Reaper MQ-9

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, GA-ASI unveiled for the first time the Block 50 Ground Control Station - which is responsible for control and operations of a MQ-9 Reaper - the company has announced the development of the cockpit through an improved interface It greatly improves awareness of the conditions surrounding the plane while performing operations, as it displays images and comprehensive information levels that coincide with the on-board sensors to ensure protection from cyber intrusions.

Airplane MQ-9 Reaper

“This is an exciting milestone for Block 50 Ground Control Station - we are working to reduce workforce requirements during MQ-9 Reaper in complex environments that require more than one operator and status monitor,” said GA-ASI chief David R. Alexander. Future tasks. ”

Features include:

• One-deep line-replaceable unit (LRU) access to reduce maintenance down time and increase operational availability (Ao).

• An increase in modularity and interface definition to aid in overcoming Diminishing Manufacturing Sources (DMS).

• A new Multi-Level Secure (MLS) Integrated Communication System (ICS) for improved situational awareness, leveraging an upgraded network infrastructure for sharing information throughout a globally connected GCS and Squadron Operating Center (SOC) network.

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