General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.

General Atomics Aeronautical - LAC-12 Pod

SPIDI & NATO Pods

Multi-Mission Payload Integration

GA-ASI continually develops mission and capability expansion through rapid and cost-effective payload integration. We actively integrate U.S. and international systems with focused expertise in payload development. The Standard Payload Interface Design and Integration (SPIDI) Pod and Sener Aeroespacial-manufactured NATO Pod are common enclosures that enable payload and sensor integration across GA-ASI aircraft and select manned platforms. These pods provide scalable and modular integration solutions for a wide range of technologies, including communications, signals intelligence, electronic warfare, aircraft survivability equipment, and anti-submarine warfare. SPIDI and NATO Pods are constructed from radio frequency transparent fiberglass or carbon composite materials. These pods are also capable of internal and external antenna installations and accept standard aircraft interfaces for data, navigation, and power.

Key Benefits

Scalable payload integration solutions
Highly customizable for specific mission/payload requirements and performance
Multi-platform/multi-pylon compatible
Radio frequency transparent fiberglass or carbon composite construction
Internal and external antenna installation options
Accepts standard aircraft interfaces, including Ethernet, RS-422, RF, NAV, 28V DC, and 115V AC power
MIL-STD-8591 compliant
NATO Pod developed to applicable MQ-9B STANAG 4671 and Def Stan 00-970 certification standards

Mission Sets

Muti-mission capability and integration

Specs

Dimensions:

SPIDI: 102.5” x 18.8” x 21.8” | 260.4 cm x 47.8 cm x 55.4 cm
Super SPIDI: 125” x 29.5” x 25.8” | 317.5 cm x 74.9 cm x 65.5 cm
NATO Pod: 115” x 24” x 23” | 292.1 cm x 61 cm x 58.4 cm

Weight:

SPIDI: 70 lb | 31.8 kg
Super SPIDI: 107 lb | 48.5 kg
NATO Pod: 92 lb | 41.7 kg

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Features

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As it ushers in the coming era of Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations, the Marines are turning to sophisticated unmanned aircraft to outmaneuver these threats.

MQ-9B - A Growing Track Record of Performance in the Maritime Domain

Unmanned aircraft have been revolutionizing intelligence, military, and so many other applications for years. Now their impact extends to the way navies operate at sea. Leading the way is the MQ-9B SeaGuardian®, which enables the most advanced navies, coast guard agencies, and other maritime authorities to patrol longer, detect more, and make existing units much more effective.