Viasat to Deliver Dual-Band Global Aero Terminals for Embraer C-390 Multi-Mission Airlifter
Viasat and Embraer have announced a collaboration to integrate advanced hybrid satellite communications capabilities on the Embraer C-390 Millennium military aircraft. Viasat will provide its Hybrid SATCOM Approach (HSA) based on the dual-band GAT-5530 terminal. The system will enable multi-band, multi-orbit connectivity supporting Viasat's networks, third-party networks, and government networks including WGS. The integration will provide secure and reliable satellite connectivity with automated failover, enhancing operations with resilient broadband SATCOM for tactical missions.
Viasat ed Embraer hanno annunciato una collaborazione per integrare avanzate capacità di comunicazione satellitare ibrida sull'aereo militare Embraer C-390 Millennium. Viasat fornirà il suo Approccio SATCOM Ibrido (HSA) basato sul terminale dual-band GAT-5530. Il sistema abiliterà la connettività multi-band e multi-orbita supportando le reti di Viasat, le reti di terze parti e le reti governative, inclusi i WGS. L'integrazione offrirà connettività satellitare sicura e affidabile con failover automatico, migliorando le operazioni con SATCOM a banda larga resiliente per missioni tattiche.
Viasat y Embraer han anunciado una colaboración para integrar capacidades avanzadas de comunicación satelital híbrida en el avión militar Embraer C-390 Millennium. Viasat proporcionará su Enfoque SATCOM Híbrido (HSA) basado en el terminal de doble banda GAT-5530. El sistema permitirá una conectividad de múltiples bandas y órbitas que dará soporte a las redes de Viasat, redes de terceros y redes gubernamentales, incluyendo WGS. La integración proporcionará conectividad satelital segura y confiable con conmutación automática, mejorando las operaciones con SATCOM de banda ancha resiliente para misiones tácticas.
Viasat와 Embraer는 Embraer C-390 Millennium 군용 항공기에 첨단 하이브리드 위성 통신 기능을 통합하기 위한 협업을 발표했습니다. Viasat은 듀얼 밴드 GAT-5530 단말기를 기반으로 하는 하이브리드 SATCOM 접근 방식(HSA)을 제공합니다. 이 시스템은 다중 대역 및 다중 궤도 연결성을 가능하게 하여 Viasat 네트워크, 제3자 네트워크 및 WGS를 포함한 정부 네트워크를 지원합니다. 통합은 자동 장애 조치를 제공하여 안전하고 신뢰할 수 있는 위성 연결을 제공하고 전술 미션을 위한 회복력 있는 광대역 SATCOM으로 작전을 향상시킵니다.
Viasat et Embraer ont annoncé une collaboration pour intégrer des capacités avancées de communication par satellite hybride sur l'avion militaire Embraer C-390 Millennium. Viasat fournira son Approche SATCOM Hybride (HSA) basé sur le terminal à double bande GAT-5530. Le système permettra une connectivité multiplateforme et multiorbite, soutenant les réseaux de Viasat, des réseaux tiers et des réseaux gouvernementaux, y compris le WGS. L'intégration fournira une connectivité satellite sécurisée et fiable avec un basculement automatique, renforçant les opérations avec un SATCOM à large bande résilient pour des missions tactiques.
Viasat und Embraer haben eine Zusammenarbeit angekündigt, um fortschrittliche hybride Satellitenkommunikationsfähigkeiten in das militärische Flugzeug Embraer C-390 Millennium zu integrieren. Viasat wird seinen Hybrid SATCOM Ansatz (HSA) auf der Grundlage des Dualband-GAT-5530 Terminals bereitstellen. Das System wird Multi-Band- und Multi-Orbit-Konnektivität ermöglichen, die Viasats Netzwerke, Netzwerke von Dritten und Regierungsnetzwerke einschließlich WGS unterstützen wird. Die Integration bietet sichere und zuverlässige Satellitenkonnektivität mit automatischem Failover und verbessert die Operationen mit resilientem Breitband-SATCOM für taktische Missionen.
- Strategic partnership with major aerospace manufacturer Embraer
- Integration of advanced dual-band technology in military aircraft
- Expansion into military aviation market with hybrid SATCOM solution
- Access to multiple satellite networks including government WGS
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This strategic partnership between Viasat and Embraer marks a significant advancement in military aviation communications technology. The integration of Viasat's dual-band GAT-5530 terminal into the C-390 Millennium platform represents a major competitive advantage in the defense market. The hybrid SATCOM solution's ability to operate across multiple networks and frequency bands (Ku/Ka) significantly enhances the aircraft's operational capabilities and market appeal.
The deal strengthens Viasat's position in the military aviation sector while providing Embraer with a cutting-edge communications solution that differentiates the C-390 from competitors. This technology integration will likely drive increased interest from defense customers, particularly those requiring advanced beyond-line-of-sight connectivity and secure communications in contested environments. The open architecture design ensures future-proof flexibility, allowing for integration with emerging satellite networks and technologies.
The implementation of the Hybrid SATCOM Approach (HSA) with APACE capabilities represents a significant technological advancement for military communications. The system's ability to provide automated failover and multi-network connectivity is important for modern military operations. This enhanced resilience and flexibility directly addresses critical defense requirements for secure, uninterrupted communications in challenging environments.
The compatibility with the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) network and potential for future LEO and L-Band integration positions this solution at the forefront of military communication technology. This development will likely influence future military procurement decisions, particularly for nations seeking advanced airlift capabilities with robust communication systems.
Viasat's multi-band, multi-orbit, multi-network terminals will be integrated into Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft
Viasat will work with Embraer to deliver its flexible HSA solution and support terminal integration on the C-390 aircraft. The integration of Viasat's hybrid capability addresses the requirement for differentiated and resilient SATCOM solutions to support the rapidly evolving missions of current and future global defense customers.
The HSA will provide secure and reliable satellite connectivity to the C-390 aircraft with automated failover, enhancing operations with resilient broadband SATCOM supporting the operational flexibility and responsiveness required by the C-390 tactical mission.
The Viasat HSA is designed with an open architecture to support agile and resilient communications, allowing flexible terminal integration to enable, according to each customer operational needs, multi-band, multi-orbit connectivity on Viasat's networks, third-party networks, and access to private government networks including the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) network.
The dual-band (Ku/Ka) broadband terminal integration on C-390 will offer to the global defense market an expandable, highly flexible, multi-network, multi-band, and multi-orbit SATCOM capability that can seamlessly traverse Viasat's high-capacity Ka-band and global Ku-band satellite networks, as well as third-party government and military networks (to include Mil-Ka).
"Viasat is excited to expand its relationship with Embraer and deliver a hybrid SATCOM solution on the C-390 Millennium platform. Our Hybrid SATCOM Approach design supports advanced airborne connectivity for defense customers seeking reliable, resilient satellite communications in contested environments," said Victor Farah, Senior Vice President of Viasat Government Solutions and Services. "We are committed to working with Embraer to enable dynamic and scalable beyond-line-of-sight connectivity that supports mission requirements today and in the future."
"The C-390 offers interoperability and multi-mission capability off-the-shelf, and Embraer is consistently working to expand the envelope," said Frederico Lemos, Chief Commercial Officer for Embraer Defense & Security. "The selection of Viasat's hybrid satcom terminal is totally aligned with our vision to deliver reliable global connectivity and PACE communication to the end-users as these are important capabilities the customers reference in the mission requirements and a key differentiator for our aircraft."
The Embraer C-390 multi-mission airlifter provides customers with increased operational flexibility and responsiveness, logistical support in various missions and operations, and enables a wide range of humanitarian and medical tasks. Viasat's HSA solution will help strengthen this operational capability by supporting communications using Ku-band and WGS and providing flexibility for installation of future mission communications systems in LEO and L-Band.
Visit Viasat's website to learn more about the GAT-5530 terminal or the Embraer website for more about the C-390 Millennium aircraft.
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