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RNS Number : 2963I  General Atomics Aeronautical System  04 August 2023

GA-ASI Mojave STOL UAS Completes First Dirt Operation

Mojave Demonstrates Takeoff and Landing Versatility on Unimproved Surface

SAN DIEGO, CA / ACCESSWIRE / August 3, 2023 / On Aug. 1, 2023, General Atomics
Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) completed multiple successful takeoffs and
landings with its Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) on a dirt strip near
El Mirage, Calif.

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The ability to take off and land on unimproved surfaces demonstrates Mojave's
departure from traditional fixed-wing aircraft's dependence on prepared
runways. This new capability provides greater versatility and allows the
aircraft to operate in areas previously deemed unsuitable for UAS operations.

"Being able to execute missions in austere locations with runway independence
opens the operational envelope for commanders across all services and
geographic locations," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander. "Mojave can
do this while retaining significant advantages in endurance and persistence
over Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) and manned aircraft."

The flight tests were the first-ever Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL) on a
dirt surface for Mojave. Takeoffs were performed in as little as 586 feet, and
short landings were completed in as little as 335 feet. The tests were
primarily focused on gathering terrain feedback using Mojave, not achieving
the shortest distances possible.

Tracing its lineage from the MQ-1C Gray Eagle and MQ-9 Reaper, Mojave is a
technical demonstrator with STOL capability, making it a versatile
expeditionary UAS. Adhering to Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) principles,
Mojave leverages the modernized avionics, data links, sensor integration, and
laptop ground control station of GA-ASI's Gray Eagle 25M
(https://pr.report/yYoBZcfV) program. These features - along with Mojave's
enlarged wings with high-lift devices, combat-proven 450-HP turbine engine,
and ruggedized landing gear - make it ideal for semi-improved surfaces with a
small ground support footprint.

Mojave provides options for forward-basing operations without the need for
typical airport runways or infrastructure, so it can be rapidly deployed from
and recovered to non-traditional discrete locations. To extend operational
reach, Mojave can fit into a C-130 and be rapidly assembled and employed.
These innovations make Mojave the perfect UAS to perform Reconnaissance,
Surveillance, and Target Acquisition (RSTA), attack, and contested logistics
support missions.

Designed to be rapidly deployable and expeditionary, Mojave's tailored
features include a ruggedized airframe that enables operations in austere
conditions and weatherization that enables flight in wider environmental
windows. Robust wing storage means it can carry up to 16 Hellfire or
equivalent missiles, assorted munitions, Launched Effects (LEs), or logistical
resupply pods. Mojave can provide greater operational flexibility while still
being equipped with a multi-sensor suite that includes
Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR), Synthetic Aperture Radar/Ground Moving
Target Indicator (SAR/GMTI), Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), and Signals
Intelligence (SIGINT) to support land or maritime missions throughout Joint
All-Domain Operations (JADO).

To see a video of the Mojave dirt operation, click here
(https://pr.report/Gi4obAIc) .

About GA-ASI

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General
Atomics, is a leading designer and manufacturer of proven, reliable Remotely
Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission
systems, including the Predator(®) RPA series and the Lynx(®) Multi-mode
Radar. With more than eight million flight hours, GA-ASI provides
long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link
systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness. The company also
produces a variety of sensor control/image analysis software, offers pilot
training and support services, and develops meta-material antennas.

For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com (https://pr.report/DQf8ZFzp) .

Avenger, Lynx, Predator, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are registered
trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

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Contact Information

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GA-ASI Media Relations
asi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com (mailto:asi-mediarelations@ga-asi.com)

+1 (858) 524-8101

SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

 

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