Joint Precision Airdrop System 10,000 lbs. (JPADS 10K)
Abstract
JPADS 10K is a Precision Guided Airdrop system that autonomously navigates along a predetermined glide and flight path to accurately deliver supplies and equipment. It utilizes two primary components, a JPADS 10K air vehicle's decelerator connected to an Autonomous Guided Unit (AGU) which interface with the USAF JPADS Mission Planner, and has a maximum gross rigged weight of 10,000 lbs.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2012
- Source ID
- bcd7b4e018e8600f450f5bde4ab1ce22