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RA-4500 Radar Altimeter

For critical flight regimes, the new FreeFlight Systems RA-4500 Radar Altimeter (TSO-C87) provides today’s flight crews with dependable, highly accurate and economical above-ground-level (AGL) information. This real-time system enhances operational safety during approaches, nighttime operations, and hazardous flight above rough terrain.

Our newest radar altimeter model, the RA-4500 is especially valuable when flying search and rescue missions, forestry operations, pipeline maintenance, off shore helicopter ops, helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), other aero-medical emergency services, border patrol, and electronic news gathering operations. The RA-4500 Radar Altimeter with its ARINC 429 output can be easily coupled with modern electronic flight information systems (EFIS), flight director systems, and Terrain Awareness and Warning Systems (TAWS).

Proven and precise, the RA-4500 offers improved situational awareness for a broad range of fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Designed for applications such as helicopter and seaplane operations where accuracy is needed down to zero feet, the RA-4500 provide precise AGL information from 2000 feet down to ground level.

 

RA-4500 Radar Altimeter Data Sheet and Specifications*

 

 

 

 

 


* These documents are in PDF format and require Adobe Acrobat Reader. Download it here for free.

 

 

      

      

  • ARINC 429 interface
  • Meets Precision Equipment output specification of TSO-C87
  • Software zero calibration
  • Dual antennas for increased accuracy
  • Lightweight, easy to install
  • Flexible in aircraft placement
  • Compatible with the RAD-40 Display
  • Backed by the FreeFlight Systems two-year warranty
  • Attractively priced


 

"We enjoy the seamless integration of the RA4500 with our Chelton EFIS. Its reliable and accurate AGL reading does not take any extra panel space and helps us to maintain our compliance with safety critical operating procedures."

Paul Schaaf - Chief Pilot of the Fairfax County Police Helicopter Division


“Only a reliable radar altimeter can give the precise height above the ground. The RA-4500 with the RAD-40 display provides that extra margin of safety to our Air Support Unit aircraft. We have predominately rural areas and landing in open terrain poses many hazards. Landing in low light conditions or unfamiliar, off-airfield locations is potentially very dangerous. This system gives the information necessary for a safe and successful approach and landing. We now have an accurate and reliable system which enables us to work more closely with our ground units. “

Stu Royle
Chief Pilot
McLennan County Sheriff's Office
Air Support Unit

 

 


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