5 May 2025 – iDirect Government (iDirectGov), a leading provider of satellite communications to the U.S. military and government, announced the successful integration and testing of its 450 Software Defined Radio (SDR) satellite modem into Airbus DS Government Solutions’ Ranger Flyaway Terminal. This seamless integration marks a milestone in delivering enhanced resiliency, flexibility and security to MILSATCOM customers. The 450 SDR, iDirect Government’s first custom multi-orbit, multi-waveform SDR modem, is designed for adaptability to customer requirements and offers unparalleled flexibility in terminal design. The 450 SDR features an innovative, modular three-board design: radio (RF) module, common compute (digital) module and carrier board. With advanced security features, anti-jam technology, and support for voice, data, and video defense communications, the 450 ensures seamless network interoperability while delivering robust and resilient MILSATCOM capabilities. Airbus DS Government Solutions has successfully integrated and tested the 450 SDR, refining its size and design to create the most advanced SATCOM terminal to date. The Ranger Flyaway terminal sets a new standard for reliability, delivering exceptional performance across multiple orbits and waveforms. Read more