TERMINALS

1.2m Tri-Band Motorized Tripod FlyAway Antenna

The 1.2m Tri-Band Motorized Tripod FlyAway Antenna is a new take on an antenna AvL has been producing for many years. This ruggedized terminal operates on a lightweight one-piece tripod that easily unfolds and anchors for a quick set-up. Once the tripod is in place the positioner attaches quickly with hooks and locks, and the positioner includes and I/O panel with connectors. The offset 1.2m reflector flexible removes from the positioner to enable a compact pack-up. The antenna packs into two IATA-compliant airline checkable cases.

The 1.2m military flyaway antenna family includes the following models:

  • Model 1.2m 1030-T is a tri-band Ka-, Ku- or X-band antenna system that packs into two IATA compliant cases; the tripod is one piece for quick assembly and the positioner includes an I/O panel
  • Model 1.2m 1030 FA DBS antenna operates in DBS, Ku-, Ka- and X bands; the antenna is configured with a tripod or case-based and packs in two cases
  • Model 1.2m 1230-T is a tri-band Ka-, Ku- or X-band antenna system that packs into two IATA compliant cases; the tripod is one piece for quick assembly and the positioner includes an I/O panel. This terminal is currently in ARSTRAT Ka Phase 3 and Inmarsat Category 1 and 4
  • Model 1.2m 1220 is available with a case-mounted or tripod-mounted positioner and a segmented carbon fiber offset reflector. This antenna is available in L-band.
                     

As of 2023, AvL has produced 4,000+ 1.2m 1030-T Rugged FlyAway antennas and they’re in operation around the world. The core 1.2m 1030 antenna is used by primes on many U.S. Army and SOCOM Programs of Record, and customer versions have been ARSTRAT certified for 10+ years. To celebrate the milestone, all AvL employees signed an antenna that we’ve showcased at industry events throughout 2023.

KEY FEATURES
  • Enhanced wind tolerance of 45 mph gusting to 60 mph for Ku-band operation
  • Packs into two rugged cases
  • 1.2m segmented 4-piece AvL carbon fiber reflector with optional extender panels to enlarge the reflector to 1.4m for X-band
  • Standard 2-port Precision Ku-band feed (standard cross-pol comp.)
  • Motorized AvL Cable Drive for reliable positioning
  • One button auto-acquisition AvL antenna control system
  • Interfaces with all types of RF electronics and satellite services
  • Compliant with MIL-STD-188-164A

 

Az / el driveMotorized AvL Zero Backlash Cable Drive System
Polarization drive systemMotorized rotation of feed
Reflector constructionSegmented carbon fiber
Axis travel
          Azimuth
          Elevation (reflector boresight)
          Polarization
                                 
+/- 90°
7° – 90°
+/- 90°
Az / el speed
          Peaking
          Slewing/deploying tracking

                     
0.2 deg/sec
2 deg/sec az; 2 deg/sec el; 2 deg/sec pol

Controller interfaceTwo cables: Ethernet and power to integrated controller
Motors

24VDC variable speed, constant torque

Standard integration interfaces
     Tx input
     Rx input
     BUC & other CFE mounting

                       
Waveguide flange (cover) @ feed; 50 ohm connector @ lower I/O panel
Waveguide flange (cover) @ feed; 50 ohm connector @ lower I/O panel
Directly to feed or on the feed boom

Electrical interface24VDC and ethernet interface with rugged IP67 connectors on antenna
Manual / emergency driveManual adjustment for each axis

Pack-up size & weight
          Case 1 – Positioner

          Case 2 – Reflector

          Case 3 – boom, feed, opt. ODU

                                 
31.6 x 20.5 x 15.75 inches (81 x 52 x 40 cm); weighs approx. 85 lbs. (39 kg) packed
33.7 x 28.5 x 16.4 inches (86 x 72.5 x 41.7 cm); weighs approx. 75 lbs. (34 kg)
47 x 17 x 10.9 inches (119.4 x 43 x 28 cm); weighs approx. 45 lbs. (20.4 kg)

Wind – Survival (anchored)

Deployed: 45 mph (72 kph); anchoring kit required for winds exceeding 15 mph (24 kph)

Wind – Operational 

30 mph (48 kph) gusting to 45 mph (72 kph); anchoring required in wind above 15 mph (24 kph)

Pointing loss in wind 
     Ku-band (Rx)
          Typical
     Ka-band (Rx)
          Typical

                       
30 mph (48 kph) gusting to 45 mph (72 kph)
0.8 dB
20 mph (32 kph) gusting to 30 mph (48 kph)
0.8 dB

Temperature
          Operational
          Storage

                   
-25°F to 125°F (-32°C to 52°C)
-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
 Std 2-Port Ku-Band RxStd 2-Port Ku-Band TxOpt 2-Port Ka-Band Wideband RxOpt 2-Port Ka-Band Wideband Tx
Frequency range (GHz)10.95 – 12.7513.75 – 14.519.2 – 21.229.0 – 31.0
Polarization configurationLinear orthogonal, opt. co-polCircular, opt. linear
Gain (mid-band)41.6 dBi43.1 dBi45.9 dBi49.2 dBi
-3dB Beamwidth (mid-band)1.5°1.2°0.8°0.6°
Radiation pattern complianceFCC 25.209, ITU-R S.580-6FCC 25.209, MIL-STD-188-164A
G/T, mid-band, clear horizon 21.3 dB/°K w/ 50° LNB 23.0 dB/°K w/ 100° LNB 
Axial ratio CP only, within pointing cone  1.5 dB1.0 dB
Cross-pol isolation
          On-axis minimum
          Within pointing cone
     
35 dB
26 dB
       
35 dB
27 dB
  
Feed port isolation (Tx to Rx)35 dB80 dB incl. filter85 dB85 dB incl. incl. filter

The AvL antenna control system is embedded on the antenna with a built-in compass, GPS and tilt compensation. The auto-acquisition controller is ethernet based, modem agnostic, OpenAMIP compliant, up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity, and operates with a web-based user interface that can be used on a phone, laptop or PC. The controller includes a satellite profile management system, a built-in AvL carrier/beacon receiver with an optional rack-mount interface panel or outdoor rated power supply and offers intelligent tracking and multi-orbit capabilities. Power requirements vary by antenna.

  • Case-based or tripod configuration
  • 2-port Mode-Matched Ku-band feed (enhanced cross-pol comp.)
  • 4-port Ku-band wideband feed
  • 2-port L-band feed

*Specifications subject to change without notice.