Teledyne FLIR Defense to deliver new airborne surveillance systems to NL EASP AIR for Maritime Search & Rescue Operations
MILAN, November 21, 2024 ― Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has announced that it will be delivering its UltraFORCE 380X-HDc multi-spectral imaging systems to NL EASP AIR, the first sale of Teledyne FLIR’s newly launched surveillance gimbal specially designed for customers outside the United States.
NL EASP AIR will install the systems on their three fixed-wing Dornier DO328-110 multi-mission maritime patrol aircraft. The company will deploy UltraFORCE 380X’s advanced imaging technology in support of its Search and Rescue (SAR), maritime patrol, and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
First introduced in July, UltraFORCE 380X-HDc delivers superior high-definition imaging in a compact, low-profile package not subject to ITAR restrictions. Full 1080p resolution across its visual, thermal, low-light, and shortwave infrared cameras makes the UF 380X an ideal solution for airborne reconnaissance, border patrol, and other operations, day or night.
“We wanted the best long-range surveillance technology available in today’s market to support European Union member state end-users and other individual EU customers, and we are getting exactly that with Teledyne FLIR Defense,” said Pieter Voeten, CEO and Director of Operations for NL EASP AIR. “On many occasions, thermal and daylight imagery has become even more important than radar in providing us the information we need on these high-stakes missions.
“Equipped with UltraFORCE 380X, our aircraft crews will be receiving optimal real-time video from the moment they take-off until the operation is complete,” Voeten added.
“Immigration activity at sea is increasing across Europe, and NL EASP AIR serves as a valuable partner to help spot where it’s happening and save lives,” said Kety Frachey, senior director for airborne systems-Europe at FLIR Defense. “The precision imaging sensors on UltraFORCE 380X will allow operators to quickly identify and respond to border crossings as they unfold and direct resources to those at risk.
“We are pleased to see our relationship with NL EASP AIR grow over the years as we continue to innovate across our product portfolio,” Frachey added.
With its low 14.6-inch height profile and weighing only 31.3 kg (69 lbs), the UltraFORCE 380X-HDc gimbal is designed to maximize ground clearance in rotary aircraft without sacrificing capability and performance. The system provides two- to four-times greater magnification than other products in its class.
Deliveries to NL EASP AIR are expected to be completed by early 2025.
Teledyne FLIR Defense provides airborne and maritime surveillance systems and service to over 20 European countries, plus more than 70 globally.
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