The test series involved three single and three dual platform flights, during which four NGAC prototypes were integrated and evaluated as a core mission payload. These flights also included improvements to the MUT and Common Systems Demonstrator such as the Communication System, Flight Termination System, Avionics bay, Wing-tip camera POD C2 System, Distribution and Information Management System and Mission Planning Station.
A notable achievement was the successful end-to-end testing of the onboard and ground functional chains for multi-platform operations. This milestone represents an important step in building confidence in the system architecture developed under the programme.
Based on the results of the campaign, SATNUS confirmed its focus on preparing the final Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUT) demonstration flight campaign. This will take place at the conclusion of the NGWS Phase 1B technological demonstration.
SATNUS Technologies S.L. is the company formed by GMV, Sener, and Tecnobit-Grupo OesÃa, to lead all activities at the national level related to the Technological Pillar of Remote Carriers for the Next Generation Weapon System (NGWS) within the Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program.
