Test

C2 Link Reliability Assessment

Proper way to handle C2 link to ensure the UAS remains within a safe operational envelope during flight.

The potential degradation of the C2 (Command and Control) link is a significant safety concern. To ensure the UAS ( Unmanned Aircraft System) remains within a safe operational envelope during flight, it must include the following essential functions:

C2 link monitoring
C2 link loss recovery
Automatic C2 link reacquisition
C2 link loss flight termination

Thorough testing of these functions is critical for ensuring a reliable and safe flight. These systems not only provide the operator with real-time awareness of the C2 link’s status and strength but also enable the safe termination of the flight in the event of a complete link loss, thereby preventing risk to people and property.

Testing encompasses all potential failure modes of the C2 link, both onboard the UAS and within the Ground Station. This allows the Test Engineer to evaluate the system’s behavior under failure conditions and determine whether the platform meets the required assurance level for its intended Class Marking.