AT-802U
Air Tractor has created a surveillance platform that delivers more capability for less money than anything else in the world. The AT-802U combines an 8,000 pounds (3,629 kg) payload and 10-hour ISR mission capability with the ...
AT-802U
Presentation
Air Tractor has created a surveillance platform that delivers more capability for less money than anything else in the world. The AT-802U combines an 8,000 pounds (3,629 kg) payload and 10-hour ISR mission capability with the flexibility and responsiveness of a manned weapon system for a fraction of the cost of unmanned aerial vehicle systems.
The cavernous internal space of the 802U permits adding virtually any missionized E0/IR, SIGINT or SAR payload. An optional retractable L3 Wescam MX-15Di sensor targeting pod and ROVER video downlink lets ground commanders, other aircraft and forward air controllers see the battle space in real time.
When equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, real time encrypted video downlink, SatCom, and encrypted software defined voice and data radios, the 802U is a cost-effective communications gateway for instant command and control.
Detailed Description
Precision Strike
The 802U can deliver an impressive payload to the fight. With 11 hard points on the wings and fuselage, the 802U has the flexibility to employ a large arsenal of weaponry.
The aircraft’s speed and maneuverability exceeds that of most helicopters, UAVs and cargo aircraft. There’s no need to fly supersonic to hot zones when the 802U can be overhead providing quiet surveillance and the deterrent of over 2,900 rounds of .50 cal, four Hellfire missiles, sixteen DAGR laser guided rockets, and two 250 lb. laser-guided bombs.
Survivability
In combat, the 802U protects aircrews with robust cockpit and engine armor. Fuel tanks and lines are self-sealing. Ballistic glass windshields and side windows have defeated bullets during counterdrug operations.
Dirt Strip Utility
Operating from unimproved airstrips and dirt roads, the 802U can carry out forward arming and refueling point missions to provide unparalleled direct support and overwatch for ground troops. It can deliver fuel and supplies to remote forces.
Multi-Mission Capability
With its tandem seat cockpit and dual controls, the AT-802U also makes an ideal training aircraft for flight and weapons training to develop weapons tactics, techniques and procedures.