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AT-802L Longsword

The AT-802L Longsword is an ISR and light strike platform developed by L3 with aircraft manufacturer Air Tractor, Inc. The AT-802L is based on the successful 802-series of Air Tractor aircraft, which is among the world’s largest and most capable agricultural platforms. The Longsword aircraft’s hardworking agricultural heritage translates into increased payload and performance capabilities and a global network of support for the more than 700 AT-802 aircraft delivered by Air Tractor.

L3 Technologies announced June 14, 2017 that it would exhibit two next-generation tactical aircraft from its expanding stable of multi-mission platforms at the International Paris Air Show as part of its outdoor static display. L3’s Aerospace Systems business segment l debuted the AT-802L Longsword™, an FAA- and military-certified ISR and light-attack aircraft, and the SPYDR II, the next generation of flexible ISR capability.

The AT-802L is a collaboration between L3 Platform Integration and Air Tractor, Inc. Longsword is a low-cost aircraft with FAA and Military Type airworthiness certifications that can be configured for ISR or light-attack missions. The AT-802L Longsword is a fully certified light-attack aircraft that provides more loiter time and greater weapons payload than other aircraft in its class,” said Mark Von Schwarz, President of L3 Aerospace Systems, which includes both the Mission Integration and Platform Integration divisions. “Regardless of the mission, Longsword delivers a variety of sensors and weapons at the lowest risk and price in the market."

L3’s Platform Integration division, located in Waco, Texas, provides complex aircraft integration, sustainment and modification services for military, commercial and OEM customers. Spanning 30 years, the company’s experience includes aircraft systems integration for maritime surveillance, advanced communications and avionics modernization on platforms ranging from small turboprop and business class aircraft to wide-body jets.

On 15 June 2017 L3 Technologies announced that it had received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the updated digital avionics and cockpit for its AT-802L Longsword™ missionized aircraft. The STC provides a proven, certified cockpit for the AT-802, which includes the Garmin G600 system, and features dual-screen Primary/Multi-Function displays, an air data computer and attitude/heading reference system, a digital intercommunication system, and an L3 next-generation Electronic Standby Instrument System.