Wed, Feb 23, 2011
Will Primarily Fly Surveillance And Recon Missions
Following contract award in July 2010, Schiebel has delivered
two Camcopter S-100 Unmanned Air Systems (UAS) to the King Abdullah
Design and Development Bureau (KADDB) of Jordan.
The UAS will form a key part of the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF)
Reconnaissance Squadron, as KADDB is an independent Governmental
military-civilian agency existing within the JAF tasked with
operating to best commercial practices with predetermined
performance targets.
The Camcopter S-100 was chosen following a comprehensive
evaluation process by KADDB on behalf of the Jordan Armed Forces
and the Royal Jordanian Air Force to ensure it could meet all of
their demanding mission requirements. The helicopter UAS will be
primarily used for surveillance, intelligence and reconnaissance
missions, as all will be equipped with L-3 Wescam MX-10 EO/IR
payloads, offering a new dimension in capability for the Jordanian
Armed Forces. Under the terms of the contract, Schiebel will also
provide in-country technical support, maintenance and operator and
maintainer training.
"We are looking forward to supporting this new customer as they
begin to utilize this unique and proven UAS capability. The
Camcopter S-100 is an ideal solution for the Jordanian
requirements, delivering real-time information 24/7," said Company
owner and Chairman, Mr. Hans Georg Schiebel. "In a world where the
need for maximum security is paramount, I believe the Schiebel UAS
can combat the many diverse challenges and dangers existing, by
delivering immediate information of a very high resolution to those
that need it most, the decision makers on the ground."
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