uAvionix Defense

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.

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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

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