Built and engineered for UAM/AAM, rotary-wing, and business aviation platforms, the RA-5500 radar altimeter provides enhanced features like DSP-based RF processing designed to combat 5G and other spurious interference from the environment and a multi-interface design that includes ethernet connectivity and USB On the Go (OTG).
RA-5500™ Capabilities
5G C-Band Resistance: 5G C-Band resistant radar altimeters eliminate interference with unique Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology
Retrofit Capabilities: Retrofit capabilities with legacy aircraft utilizing existing antennas, control heads, and cabling
Interfaces with Displays: Interfaces with RAD-45 and other popular display indicators for accurate LED AGL readings
Robust, Reliable, & rugged Enclosure: Robust, reliable, and rugged enclosure designed for use in mission-critical and military environments
Multi-Interface Design: Supports Ethernet, RS-485/422, RS-232, and ARINC 429 connectivity for easy adoption onboard part 27 & fixed-wing aircraft.
TSO Certified: The DAL B-rated RA-5500 radar altimeters are certified to TSO-C87a and ETSO-C87a, and are approved to DO-160G and DO-178C Level B.