Field Aviation completes eight aircraft modification programs for the Japan Coast Guard

Field Aviation

Canadian Operations

Field Aviation designs, modifies and certifies aircraft for specialized roles across the globe. Our expertise is the missionization of commercial platforms for search and rescue, intelligence, surveillance and interdiction roles for both government and civilian customers.

We also develop system specific STCs for many different aircraft. Our capabilities include build-to-print parts manufacturing for aircraft OEMs and our own modifications. We are also a factory authorized repair, overhaul and sales center for many avionics equipment manufacturers.

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Field Aerospace

U.S. Operations

Field Aerospace has more than 25 years of experience developing and delivering systems engineering and systems integration solutions to the U.S. government and aerospace and defense industry.

Through Field Aviation, we also provide engineering expertise spanning aircraft operations and avionics, test planning and execution, test instrumentation design and configuration, electrical and system design, as well as structural design and modification.

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Mississauga, ON | Apr. 4, 2011

The aircraft, delivered to Sojitz Corporation, prime contractor to the Japan Coast Guard, represents the culmination of an eight aircraft modification program which commenced in 2007. The Dash 8 Q300's modified by Field Aviation each feature a functional missionized interior, large conformal observation windows and a unique air drop capability through a Field Aviation designed and certified air operable rear cargo door, a vertical drop hatch and dual A-size launcher tubes.

The surveillance suite consisting of state of the art sensor technology includes 360⁰ surface search radar, a stabilized electro-optical - infrared turret and a specialized suite of mission navigation and satellite communications.

Field Aviation is internationally recognized for its uniquely engineered products and services, and the modification and conversion of aircraft for special application purposes. These capabilities have made Field Aviation a world leader in the adaptation of commercial aircraft for special mission use; ranging from flight inspection to electronic surveillance to maritime patrol and search and rescue. Special mission aircraft modified by Field Aviation are today serving Governments throughout the world providing a range of essential services.

The delivery of the Japan Coast Guard aircraft brings to over thirty the number of Bombardier Dash 8 series aircraft modified by Field Aviation for specialized roles and applications.

Known for its airframe and flight deck upgrade programs, Field Aviation also designs, engineers and integrates VIP and corporate shuttle interior completions for 'Regional Class' aircraft, manufactures airframe parts and accessories for current production commercial aircraft including the Bombardier Q400 and the new Viking Twin Otter Series 400, and continues to support numerous out of production aircraft with low volume parts, assemblies and components.

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