SNC Scorpion® Aircraft
Currently in use in demanding operational theaters around the globe, the SNC Scorpion® aircraft is a fully integrated, multi-role, special-mission solution with tailorable configurations. The King Air 360ER aircraft provides customers with the ability to patrol skies in regions where terrain, weather and distance typically pose threats to border security, law enforcement and special-mission operations. Part of the RAPCON-X® Family of Systems (FoS), its modular design allows aircrews to quickly reconfigure it in less than six hours.
2,800 lb.
9-10 Hrs
Mission Configuration
35k ft
300 kts
2,800+ mi
500K+
System Architecture
Applying SNC’s RAPCON-X® FoS architecture approach to the aircraft’s modular design allows SNC Scorpion to be quickly reconfigured for special-mission requirements. Ground crews can change its configuration from an airborne surveillance platform to a cargo or passenger configuration platform in less than six hours.
Maritime Patrol & Coastal Security
Provides long-endurance surveillance with high-resolution radar and EO/IR sensors to detect and track vessels, monitor coastal approaches and support interdiction operations to effectively and efficiently patrol exclusive economic zones (EEZ).
Border Security & Territorial Monitoring
Delivers reliable ISR coverage across rugged and remote border regions, helping operators identify incursions, maintain situational awareness and respond quickly despite challenging terrain or weather.
Law Enforcement & Public Safety
Enables wide‑area surveillance, search and rescue coordination and counter-narcotics support through secure, real-time video and data links to ground teams.
Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR)
Supports multi-sensor, ISR missions with COMINT, ELINT and visual intelligence tools, offering adaptable payload configurations for dynamic operational environments.
Special-Mission Flexibility
Rapidly shifts between ISR, cargo and passenger roles in under six hours, enabling a single platform to support humanitarian response, logistics and special operations.
International & Expeditionary Operations
Proven across global theaters with more than 500,000 mission hours, offering long-range, high-altitude performance and robust communications for diverse expeditionary missions.
Advantages
Mission Flexibility
Scalable maritime, border security, law enforcement & ISR special mission aircraft
Cost-Effective
Low-cost acquisition with comprehensive warranty, support package and training
Certified Platform
FAA-certified platform currently in production
Quick-Role Change
Multi-tasking from the same platform in <6 hours maximizes fleet flexibility and minimizes operational downtime
Enhances Survivability
Supports air survivability options and multi-sensor awareness, giving crews reliable mission continuity in challenging environments
Open-Architecture Design
Designed to accommodate multiple SIGINT payloads, advanced sensors and evolving technologies, enabling fast upgrades and seamless system integration
Fielded & Sustainment-Friendly
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