
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) said Monday it has successfully tested its new Automatic Takeoff and Landing Capability (ATLC) for its MQ-9B remotely piloted aircraft.The tests saw GA-ASI using a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) data link to automatically conduct takeoff and landing for the MQ-9B SkyGuardian. The demonstration was also the first use of the SATCOM taxi for the MQ-9B.GA-ASI’s MQ-9B Protector is on track to become the first remotely piloted aircraft with SATCOM Launch and Recovery Element functions, and…