RapidIR-8 Pod
NO MODIFICATIONS REQUIRED!
TheĀ RapidIR-8 Pod is the simplest and most cost efficient way to enhance your airborne surveillance capabilities. Clamp on, power up, and you’re ready to go! The system is Li-Ion powered with a Ram Air Turbine used to recharge the batteries in-flight. All controlled with a “Carry-On” mission management interface. Regardless of your platform, the RapidIR-Pod can be adapted to your mission requirements.
Specifications:
Most OEMs supported. Contact us to add your system to our capabilities list.
<50lbs
900MHz, 2.4 Ghz, 5Ghz plus many other licensed bands.
Trakka TM-100, LandformX, Cartenav AIMS, Shotover ARS, ATAK, & more.
Features:
Multiple options for 8″ EO/IR Sensor or smaller
RF controlled – MIMO Mesh radio – to Cabin/GND
Airfilm Strut Clamp with STC
4G/LTE connection capable
Additional sensor options available
- IMSAR NSP-3 SAR Radar
- Riegl VUX series laser scanners
- Other UAS sized systems can be added

“Carry-On” Mission Management
CTI Landform-X, Cartenav Solutions AIMS, Trakka TM-100 for control is done from an android tablet or windows tablet allowing the TFOs to carry their Mission Management Software with them from aircraft to aircraft.
Click the links below to see some examples of the Carry-On Mission Management Systems.
Capabilities:
Modular Architecture
Easy Installation
Lower Cost
Rapidly Deployable
Actionable Intelligence, When and Where You Need It.
The RapidIR-Pod delivers a suite of features tailored to nearly any budget and offers and array of options designed by sensor operators, for sensor operators. Fixed wing or Rotor wing, the RapidIR-Pod can be adapted for use by any agency as a low-cost alternative to expensive alterations prior to use. The unit can be easily transferred to your next operational platform.
Add-On Capabilities:
Riegl Mini LIDAR
IMSAR NSP-3 Radar
SIGINT Systems
MESH Video Datalink
Maritime AIS System
Digital Video Recorder
& More