Micro IFF for Secure Airspace Awareness Across Domains
Powering the Common Operating Picture for Crewed, Uncrewed, and Dismounted Defense Platforms
uAvionix leads the way in Mode 5 micro IFF with its AIMS-certified ZPX transponders and receivers, delivering secure identification in a compact form factor for uncrewed and crewed platforms. Building on the foundation of the world’s smallest and most powerful micro IFF devices, our innovative solutions—including passive receivers and broadcast integration—extend situational awareness across the battlespace. Seamless integration with ATAK and other tactical systems supports a common operating picture, empowering joint forces with trusted airspace visibility and enhanced coordination across domains.

Cross Domain Awareness
Mode 5 for Dismounted Units and Situational Awareness
Optimized for ground, maritime and dismounted operations, uAvionix cross-domain solutions deliver secure, real-time situational awareness by passively receiving Mode 5 Level 2 Broadcast and ADS-B data. The SkyTak receiver fits standard plate vests and interfaces directly with ATAK via Cursor-on-Target (CoT) protocol, providing warfighters with actionable airspace data on a wearable, IP67-rated platform. When combined with the vehicle mounted ZPR Passive Receiver, Mode 5 Level 2 Broadcast and ADS-B data can be uplinked and rebroadcast, these systems extend the Mode 5 environment to non-emitting assets—enabling full-battlespace awareness across crewed and uncrewed domains on sea, air and land.

skyTAK
SkyTAK is a portable, passive receiver supporting ADS-B and Mode 5 Level 2/2-B that delivers real-time situational awareness directly to ATAK-enabled devices.

ZPR
ADS-B and Mode 5L2, 5L2-B Receiver
50 Grams – Ultra-Light
AIMS – Certification Pending
Mode 5 micro IFF for Tactical UAV's
Designed for the unique needs of Tactical UAVs, the MkXIIB AIMS Certified RT-2087/ZPX IFF Transponder and ZPX-1 Combined Transponder–Receiver take miniaturized IFF to a new level by equipping aircraft as small as 6kg with compliant Mode 1,2,3/A,C,S, and 5 capability at a full 54dBm/250W transmit power in an ultra-lightweight package.

RT-2087/ZPX IFF Transponder
Mode 1,2,3/A,C,S,5L1,5L2 ADS-B Out + ADS-B Receiver
70 Grams – Ultra-Light
250 Watts – Transmit Power
AIMS – Certified

RT-2087/ZPX-1 IFF Combined Transponder Receiver
Mode 1,2,3/A,C,S,5L1,5L2,5L2-B ADS-B In/Out + Mode 5L2 and 5L2-B Receiver
91 Grams – Ultra-Light
250 Watts – Transmit Power
AIMS – Certified

ZPX-A Mode S Transponder
Mode 3/A,C,S ADS-B Out
50 Grams – Ultra-Lights
250 Watts – Transmit Power
AIMS – Certified
Micro IFF Accessories
Emulators and Backplanes for Test and Installation

KIV-77 Emulator
KIV-77 crypto emulator for unclassified bench and flight testing

KIV-79 Emulator
KIV-79 crypto emulator for unclassified bench and flight testing

KIV-77 Backplane
Supports installation options for KIV-77 and aircraft interfaces

KIV-79 Backplane
Supports installation options for KIV-79 and aircraft interfaces
More Info
For additional information regarding test and installation equipment for the ZPX line of micro IFF
uAvionix Defense Updates

Overcoming the Mode 5 SWaP Challenge in the RQ-21A STUAS

uAvionix RT-2087/ZPX Miniaturized Transponder Selected for Tactical Resupply Unmanned Aircraft Systems

uAvionix Receives 2nd DoD AIMS Certification with RT-2087/ZPX-A

uAvionix Achieves AIMS Certification of World’s First Mode 5 Micro-IFF Combined Transponder Receiver (CTR)

uAvionix Enters the Defense UAV Market with Full Lineup of IFF Solutions

uAvionix Flight Team Supports Bold Quest 21

uAvionix Introduces Military microIFF Transponder to be Integrated on Boeing Insitu RQ-21 Blackjack for U.S. Navy

uAvionix Receives DoD AIMS Certification for Mode 5 Micro IFF Transponder for UAS
