Welcome to the Airborne Sensor Operators Group (ASOG)
ASOG is a global non-profit aircrew association for individuals associated with operating remote-sensors from a manned or unmanned aircraft be it aircrew, manufactures, integrators, trainers and service providers.
We hope you join us and engage your time, experience and capabilities to further this profession and enhance your career. To learn more about ASOG and joining, go to the “About” and “Profession” tabs.
ASOG Focus Area | Training & Education
Source | ASOG Training Center
Whether you're a seasoned Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) or just stepping into the world of airborne missions, choosing your next training course isn’t just about checking a box, it’s about sharpening your edge, staying mission-ready,…
ASOG Focus Area | News & Information
Source | ASOG Desk Editor
It’s not just a military capability anymore… If you didn’t know, SAT-phone and cellphone detection tools have quietly crossed into the civil aviation world. From aerial surveys to law enforcement support, these…
ASOG Focus Area | Flight Safety
Source | ASOG Safety Center
Flying at night changes everything. The familiar landscape transforms into shadow and uncertainty, and for Airborne Sensor Operators (ASOs), the ability to guide a mission through darkness becomes critical.…
ASOG Article of the Month | September 2025
Source | Patrick Ryan
Ask someone about airborne sensor operations, and they'll likely mention the equipment, the aircraft, or the task. Rarely do they consider the human behind the console, the operator who makes it all work. The operator is less…
HAT.tec integrates Lifeseeker to drive unified situational awareness across all units in complex search-and-rescue missions
Cologne, 19 November 2025 - CENTUM and HAT.tec have completed theintegration of CENTUM’s Lifeseeker system into the HAT.tec Mission System, markinga new milestone in airborne Search and Rescue (SAR) technology.
This development allows operators to benefit from Lifeseeker’s unique capability to…
We’re excited to welcome Ordnance Survey, Great Britain’s national mapping agency, to the ASOG community as a Corporate Supporter.
With over 600 million mapped features and a legacy of geospatial excellence, Ordnance Survey empowers airborne sensor professionals with precision data, compliance mapping, and mission-critical insights.
Ordnance Survey is now…
ASOG Focus Area | News and Information
Source | ASOG Desk Editor
We are happy to have Creoir as our newest Corporate Supporter at ASOG! Creoir has a long history of coming up with new ideas in embedded voice technology. They are experts in on-device Voice UI integration, which will change the game for airborne sensing, mission-critical…
ASOG Focus Area | News & Information
Source | ASOG Desk Editor
ASOG is proud to welcome Focus Aircraft as our newest Corporate Supporter! With a mission rooted in advancing special operations aviation, Focus Aircraft brings a wealth of expertise in airborne platforms, mission systems, and operational readiness across global…
As we wrap up another exciting year, the Airborne Sensor Operators Group sends our very best wishes to all members, partners, and followers around the globe. May your holidays be filled with joy, rest, and inspiration, and may the New Year bring fresh opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow. We’re looking forward to another fantastic year of networking, knowledge-sharing, and advancing professional aircrew development across the airborne sensor community. Stay safe, stay sharp, and see…
Read more…Hi all, I feel pretty stupid asking this given the complexity of meteorological analysis we need to do every day, but does anyone know how to change your password on this site? Thanks
Read more…Hi Everyone, Lately, we’ve noticed something: our inbox has been filling up with more and more Corporate Supporters sending us their press releases and success stories. (And honestly...we love it. It’s way better than spam about “miracle weight loss” or “you’ve won a cruise.”) So, to keep the good news rolling, we’ve added a special spot on the ASOG homepage just for your press releases and stories. Think of it as your company’s or organizations 15 minutes of fame… except it lasts way longer…
Read more…Long-standing ASOG member Lyndon Yorke has shared the following aircraft sourcing and sales opportunities for the ASOG and aerial survey community: Wanted to Purchase Two DA42 aircraft (preowned) with camera pod nose configuration. Needed ASAP. Contact: aerialsurvey@btconnect.com For Sale Piper PA23F Aztec UK registered Equipped with large format camera hatch Includes extensive spares package Currently operational 📧 Contact: aerialsurvey@btconnect.com Cessna 340A EASA registered…
Read more…Sensor Operator (Low-Time Pilots), Nationwide, USA
NL EASP AIR Trainee and Jr. Mission Sensor Operators, EU
Sensor Operator / IMINT Analyst / SIGINT Analyst, CAE Aviation, EU
VIDEOS - ACCIDENTS & SAFETY TOPICS
(Source: Aviation Safety Network & AOPA Air Safety Institute)
