PartnershipJun 1, 2026, 08:02 AM
Viasat Selected by Lockheed Martin for NOAA C-130J Hurricane Hunter Program
AI Summary
Viasat Inc. announced its selection by Lockheed Martin to provide high-bandwidth satellite communications technology for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) next-generation C-130J Hercules "Hurricane Hunter" aircraft program. Viasat's government SATCOM team will support the delivery of two specially modified C-130J aircraft, with prime contract options for additional units, designed to collect critical environmental data. This program represents the first formal line-fit integration of Viasat's Hybrid SATCOM Approach (HSA) technology on the C-130J platform, enhancing resilient airborne connectivity for NOAA's mission.
Key Highlights
- Viasat selected by Lockheed Martin to provide SATCOM technology for NOAA's C-130J "Hurricane Hunter" program.
- Viasat's government SATCOM team will support delivery of two modified C-130J aircraft, with options for more.
- Aircraft designed as airborne laboratories to collect environmental data for hurricane forecasting.
- Next-generation C-130J aircraft expected to enter service by 2030, replacing legacy platforms.
- Viasat will provide engineering support, terminal hardware, and structural integration data.
- Program marks first formal line-fit integration of Viasat's Hybrid SATCOM Approach (HSA) on C-130J platform.
- HSA's open-architecture approach allows for seamless technology upgrades without structural rework.
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