Viasat Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, announced an expansion of its collaboration with Airbus Defence and Space. The company will provide secure, flexible broadband Ku- and Ka-band airborne technology for the Airbus C295 Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA). These aircraft have been acquired by the Spanish Ministry of Defence (MoD). Furthermore, Viasat and Airbus Defence and Space will collaborate on integrating Viasat’s dual-band (Ku/Ka) broadband terminal, the GAT-5530, into the Spanish C295 MPA fleet. Moreover, This integration will provide a highly flexible, multi-band and multi-orbit broadband SATCOM capability. Additionally, It will support missions utilizing the next-generation SpainSat NG satellites, enhancing communication capabilities.
Viasat’s integrated GAT-5530 terminal will provide secure and reliable satellite connectivity to the Airbus C295 MPA aircraft. This enhancement aims to strengthen the Spanish military’s capabilities with robust broadband SATCOM, specifically supporting sovereign national security missions. Additionally, it will facilitate expanded applications in command and control (C2) as well as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).