NLR offers a unique combination of resources and expertise to support your antennae testing needs. Our Cessna Citation II research aircraft provides an ideal platform for evaluating antennae systems due to its low operating costs and comparable performance to larger transport aircraft. The aircraft is equipped with a certified antenna box on top of the fuselage, existing antennae locations on the bottom of the fuselage, and feed-through capabilities for large signal- and coax cables into the pressurised cabin.
Our team has access to certified racks to accommodate application and control systems in the cabin, as well as instrumentation to collect flight test data. As a design organisation, we have the capability to perform aircraft modifications when needed, including design, manufacturing, and certification. Our flight operations team is responsible for executing test flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport or other locations, and we also offer antenna ground testing services.
NLR can support you with:
- Providing a dedicated flight test platform to evaluate antennae systems and their applications.
- Offering flexible flight operations that can be tailored to your specific needs, including choice of test location.
- Enabling rapid project initiation and execution, with minimal time between project start-up and flight testing.
- Allowing for swift testing of different antennae configurations to optimise performance
- Delivering low-cost services without compromising on quality or expertise.
