UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía integrates Iridium terminal into flight control system

UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía, a developer of flight control systems for UAVs, has completed integration and validation of ATMOSPHERE’s Iridium terminal into its VECTOR family of flight control computers. The integration was tested in flight conditions.

ATMOSPHERE’s Iridium terminal has been integrated into UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía’s flight control system via RS-232 serial communication. The integration enables command and control beyond visual line of sight.

During flight tests, the communication link remained stable, with telemetry performance comparable to traditional radio systems.

The guidance, navigation and control system allows autonomous operation without requiring a control station link during flight. The integration supports two-way communication for mission updates and re-tasking. UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía said the integration expands options for beyond visual line of sight operations.

The integration is part of the company’s effort to enhance operational capabilities for its clients. The system’s interoperability has been expanded to work with additional communication infrastructures and mission profiles. Iridium’s global coverage and low-latency service enable operators to maintain control of platforms in remote areas, over oceans or in environments where radio links may be unavailable.

The development applies to defense, security and industrial applications where beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations require reliable communication. UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía provides autonomous flight solutions.