Dedicated Satellite Service Portfolio for Government UAV Operations Launched
Viasat VuaLe Portfolio Designed to Meet Specific Government Requirements
A next-generation satellite service portfolio engineered to meet the evolving demands for government uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) operations has been introduced by Viasat. This new portfolio enables secure, real-time communications for uncrewed aerial missions worldwide - including intelligence surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), emergency response and special operations.
“The launch of this new service portfolio enforces Viasat’s commitment to advancing UAV communications with secure, resilient, and flexible solutions.”
Todd McDonell, Viasat
Designed to meet specific government requirements, the VuaLe portfolio supports UAV missions, providing flexibility, security and operational control through a range of terminals and connectivity services.
“The launch of this new service portfolio enforces Viasat’s commitment to advancing UAV communications with secure, resilient, and flexible solutions,” said Todd McDonell, President, International Government, Viasat. “As demand grows for UAV missions, we aim to enable our customers across government and defense industries to operate with greater situational awareness, operational efficiency and cost control.”
Connectivity services within the portfolio include Uncrewed Air, L-MAX, G2X Air, G2X Air Plus, and K-MAX. Each will provide specific benefits depending on the mission, giving operators flexible, budget-conscious options. This includes supporting intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations as well as public safety, border security, defense, and scientific research.
Uncrewed Air is a new service designed to provide reliable and cost-effective L-band connectivity plans through Viasat’s global L-band network. It enables continuous, resilient communications for mission-critical UAV operations, making secure satellite links accessible to a broader range of operators than ever before.
To complement Uncrewed Air, Viasat has also unveiled a suite of compact, lightweight, low power terminals for UAVs. Starting from as light as 440 grams, these terminals provide dependable Command and Control (C2) link via reliable L-band, enabling operators to maintain continuous communication even in challenging environments. The small size, weight and power (SWaP) terminal is ideal for smaller UAV platforms, designed to deliver global reach, reliability, and operational flexibility.