R5A RX - Airborne AIS

R5A RX - Airborne AIS

The R5A RX is a future proof AIS multi-channel receiver specifically designed for airborne applications and based on TransponderTech's SDR (Software Defined Radio) technology. R5A RX offers outstanding performance and flexibility in a very compact design. The unit has been extensively tested and qualified towards aviation standards.

Future Proof System

Future Proof System

The R5A RX is a future proof AIS multi-channel receiver specifically designed for airborne applications and based on TransponderTech's SDR (Software Defined Radio) technology. R5A RX offers outstanding performance and flexibility in a very compact design. The unit has been extensively tested and qualified towards aviation standards.

R5A RX Airborne AIS Applications

R5A RX Airborne AIS Applications

  • Search and Rescue (SAR): Locate vessels in distress.
  • Maritime Surveillance/Coast Guard Patrol of surface traffic - keep track of vessels and their destination. 
  • The active identification of a vessel can, in combination with radar surveillance, detect potential suspects. 
  • Homing for maritime helicopter operations - Aid to Return to Ship. 

Special Features

  • Reception of LR AIS channels 75 and 76 enables detection of AIS targets over greater distances and in environments where the standard AIS 1 and 2 channels are congested.
  • Embedded support for Digital Selective Calling (DSC) reception. (Requires support from an external application).
  • Support for AMRD - Autonomous Maritime Radio Devices.

Options

  • TransponderTech Secure AIS, offering reception of encrypted communication on a dedicated channel.
  • NATO-W-AIS encryption modes according to STANAG 4668 Edition 2. 
  • Airborne Electronic Chart System Software if a quickly deployed standalone AIS solution is requested.

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