Proven VOS and aircraft deployment packages are available options. APEX can be easily tested and re-programmed by connecting a terminal. 16.5 cm dia. A cardboard launch package, assembled on-board the ship, was developed by Dr. S. Riser of U.W. Seattle. Aircraft Deployment APEX has been certified by US Dept. of Defense for deployment from C130 aircraft.
Floats are available complete with canopy and rigging.
Development of air deployment was a joint effort of WRC and the U.S. Naval Oceanographic Office. The same cylindrical package has been used by UK MET Office for VOS deployment. Copyright 1999 Webb Research Corporation. All rights reserved.