The Portable Aircraft Control Station (PACS) is a rugged, miniaturized system capable of performing all aircraft pre- and post-flight operations and engine functions. It replaces standard aircraft maintenance and control stations with a self-contained, ruggedized, portable unit ready for downrange deployment – a capable, compact, and cost-effective solution.

Combined with Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) already fielded on MQ-9A, as well as SATCOM Taxi capability fielding in 2021, the PACS can replace the full-size ground control station at the launch and recovery site (LRE). Its intuitive USB hand controller and touch screens replace the standard aircraft "Stick and Throttle" functionality.