Homeland security

‘Tactical 260’ Aerostat Expands Aeros’ Persistent Intelligence Gathering Capabilities

The North American Defense Advanced Technology Solution’s (NADATS), the defense-focused division of lighter-than-air (LTA) aircraft manufacturer, Aeros, announced earlier this month the expansion of its tactical aerostat line with the addition of the Tactical 260 aerostat.

Similar in design to the Tactical 130 model, the Tactical 260 aerostat is a larger system capable of increased payloads. The new model features a number of enhanced surveillance capabilities that promise to increase the aerostat line’s persistent surveillance capabilities.

An aerostat is a gas filled, tethered aircraft that provide intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) support. Aerostats have become an increasingly popular surveillance platform in the last several years as a cost-effective solution for ISR missions.