AvL Releases 3.8m Motorized Antenna for Military SATCOM Operations

This new antenna directly impacts the capabilities for high-capacity, flexible multi-band SATCOM in military and government operations. Its rapid deployment and WGS readiness address critical needs for reliable communication in demanding environments. For the wider streaming ecosystem, advancements in robust, field-deployable satellite technology can eventually trickle down to enhance remote broadcasting and content contribution workflows, particularly for news and live events in challenging locations. Industry participants should monitor the adoption rate and performance of such specialized hardware as an indicator of broader trends in satellite-based communication infrastructure.

AvL Technologies has a long-standing presence in military SATCOM, with its antennas preferred by various defense agencies including the U.S. Army and Marines, as noted on their website (AvL Technologies, June 2024). They emphasize reliability and ease of operation in demanding conditions, with a core product design focus on ruggedized solutions. AvL also leads in developing SATCOM terminals for next-generation high-throughput (HTS) military satellite communications, specifically supporting Xtar (X-band) and the U.S. Army Wideband Global Satellite (WGS) network in both X- and Ka-bands. Many AvL terminals are MIL-810 certified, and models are qualified by ARSTRAT/USASMDC, Eutelsat, Intelsat, Skynet, Viasat, and SES O3b Classic and mPOWER (AvL Technologies, June 2024). This consistent focus on military-grade applications and multi-band, WGS-ready capabilities underscores a strategic direction towards providing resilient communication solutions for critical defense infrastructure.