Skystar 180

Skystar 180

Skystar 180

Product catalog summary
Overview
The Skystar 180 is a tactical aerostat system designed for continuous day and night Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations at an altitude of 600 feet. It features gyro-stabilized payloads and GPS/INS navigation for high-quality information gathering and precise target allocation. The system provides real-time video and interactive digital maps at the ground control station and is known for its high mobility and rapid deployment capabilities.
Key Features
  • Rapid transportation and deployment with a towable trailer.
  • 360° stabilized observation coverage.
  • Day/Night/Laser gyro-stabilized payload.
  • Interface compatibility with C4I systems.
  • Low operation and maintenance costs.
  • Full digital recording of mission video and data.
  • Operational under harsh weather conditions and strong winds.
  • Ideal for military, homeland, and law enforcement security operations.
Deployment and Operation
The Skystar 180 can be deployed in 30 minutes without preliminary terrain preparations. It can remain airborne for up to 72 hours before requiring a 30-minute helium refill. The system's advanced avionics provide accurate location and targeting capabilities, with GPS/INS navigation that allows for precise target pinpointing.
Payload and Maintenance
The system supports payloads up to 5 kg, typically equipped with a 3-axis stabilized Day/Night payload with continuous zoom and an optional laser designator. Maintenance requires only three personnel, and routine operations can be managed by a single operator. Training is efficient, requiring no more than two weeks.
Proven Performance
The Skystar 180 is operational worldwide with homeland security and military forces, known for its efficiency in ISR missions, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
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Catalog excerpts

Skystar 180-1

SKYSTAR 180 - AEROSTAT SYSTEM SKYSTAR 180 The Skystar 180 tactical aerostat system enables continuous day and night ISR operations at 600 feet. It enables high quality information gathering and accurate target allocation, utilizing gyro stabilized payloads and GPS/INS navigation. The downlink video and interactive digital map are displayed in real-time at the system’s ground control station. The system is highly mobile and rapidly deployed. SKYSTAR 180 FEATURES Rapid transportation and deployment 360° stabilized observation coverage Low operation and maintenance costs Day/Night/Laser gyro stabilized payload Interface with C4I systems Operational under harsh weather conditions, and strong Ideal for military, homeland and law enforcement The entire system is based on a towable trailer security operations Full digital recording of mission video and data winds

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Skystar 180-2

SKYSTAR 180 - AEROSTAT SYSTEM SKYSTAR 180 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Rapid Deployment High-End Payloads The entire mooring system is based on a towable trailer. On location, The system can carry any type of payload, up to 5 kg. Typically, the deployment takes only 30 minutes to achieve full situational coverage. Skystar 180 is fitted with a unique 3-axis stabilized Day (color) / Night No preliminary terrain preparations are required. (IR) payload with continuous zoom in both channels and an optional laser designator. Persistent Surveillance Simple Operation and Maintenance Once airborne, the system can...

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