The 5530 (GAT-5530) from Viasat is an Aviation SATCOM Terminal that operates from 10.95-14.5 GHz (Ku-band) and 17.7-31.0 GHz (Ka-band). It delivers an EIRP of 52.5 dBW (Ka-band) with a G/T of 11.0 dB/K (Ku-band) and 12.5 dB/K (Ka-band). This SATCOM terminal has a medium profile dual-band Tx/Rx airborne antenna and a waveguide horn array aperture with electronically switchable linear (Ku-band) and circular (Ka-band) polarization. It has an elevation coverage from 0°to 90° and a continuous azimuth coverage from 0° to 360°. This terminal enables global broadband connectivity services for commercial and government users on worldwide high-capacity satellite networks. It can be controlled via a 1000 BASE-T Ethernet interface.
The 5530 (GAT-5530) supports Ku- and full ITU Ka-band satellite connectivity – including military and commercial – providing high-capacity coverage over key military regions and busy passenger air routes. It supports multiple simultaneous high-quality video streams and private government in-theater networks available for specific mission charters. This SATCOM terminal is available in a VIASAT-certified, radome housing that measures 235 x 107 x 32 cm and integrates easily into medium and long-range airframes. It requires an AC supply of 115 V or a DC supply of 28 V and consumes less than 175 W (modem) and 465 W (antenna) of power.
This fuselage-mounted antenna and onboard modem can be configured for a wide variety of in-flight applications and missions such as high-speed internet and streaming and cockpit and cabin crew connectivity. It is also suitable for real-time transfer of aircraft Intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) and operational data, and delivery of HD video streams of the aircraft applications.
