Aeros Completes
the System Test for the Tethered Aerostat Model Aeros 21M.
October 27, 2009
Los Angeles, California
Photo: Aeros 21M Tethered Aerostat (Copyright Aeros Aeronautical Systems
Corp).
The use of surveillance enabled tethered aerostat systems are proving to
be a valuable asset for our US military in the current theaters of
operations. In reaction to the DoD call for increased numbers of
persistent surveillance systems that are more mobile, affordable and
quicker to deploy than current available systems, Aeros has recently
completed a demonstration on its 21M aerostat system. All aspects of the
21M aerostat launch, recovery and mooring are aimed at simplifying a
system with smaller logistical footprint, at the same time delivering a
platform capable carrying a payload to an altitude of over 1500 feet above
ground level.
The key technology is the Aeros developed non-conventional mooring system
that makes the aerostat significantly more affordable.
The recent demonstrations were carried out under austere conditions and
location simulating those our military are operating in today. The mooring
system withstood the test and kept the aerostat safe in its moored
position while unattended during periods of heavy gusty winds and
temperatures that reach as high as 107 degrees.
The goals of the week long demonstration were reached and highlighted the
21M’s ability to be deployed quickly, inflate launch and recover in windy
conditions with as few as 2 personnel. The entire system was deflated,
packed and mobile within two hours.
Over the years Aeros has designed and built various advanced
multifunctional tethered aerostatic systems with surveillance as a primary
mission. Aeros aerostats offer capable and reliable solutions for
over-the-horizon detection and tracking of a wide range of targets.
Aerostat suggested payload options can include EO/IR systems, GMTI radar,
hyper-spectral sensors and biological agent sensing devices. Other
military package option may consist of the radio re-transmitters, COM
jamming, COM intelligence, and signal intelligence.
About
the Aeroscraft: The Aeroscraft is a new type of rigid, variable buoyancy air vehicle designed to control lift in all stages of
air or ground operations including the ability to off-load payload without
re-ballasting. The key features of the Aeroscraft include the rigid
structure, vertical takeoff and landing capabilities, and the ability to
operate at low speed, in hover, and from unprepared surfaces.
About
Aeros: Aeros is the
world's leading lighter-than-air, FAA-certified aircraft manufacturing
company. The company's operations involve the research, development,
production, operation and marketing of a complete family of Aeros-branded
air vehicles used in government and commercial applications. These include
non-rigid FAA Type Certified Aeros 40D Sky Dragon Airships, Advanced
Tethered Aerostatic Systems and New Type Rigid Air Vehicle - Aeroscraft.
For more information please visit
www.aerosml.com
Aeroscraft and Aeros are registered trademarks.
Contact: Edward
Pevzner
Tel.
323.201.8306 Edward.Pevzner@AerosML.com
