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 | Industry Support
Source | ASOG Desk Editor
Airborne Sensor Operators (ASOs) are the vital link between cutting-edge technology and actionable intelligence in the rapidly evolving world of aerial data collection. OFIL Airborne, a global leader in aerial inspection systems, is reshaping how…
ASOG Focus Area | Training & Education
Source | ASOG Training Center
In every professional domain—whether aviation, education, healthcare, or corporate development—the role of the trainer is often seen as the pinnacle of expertise; these are the individuals entrusted to pass on skills, shape…
ASOG Article of the Month | May 2025
Source | Patrick Ryan
Aircrew Collaboration Is Entering a New Era. From high-tech mapping flights to life-saving rescues and coordinated military ops, today's missions demand seamless teamwork across platforms, agencies, and domains. Discover how aircrews…
ASOG Focus Area | Aviation Safety
Source | ASOG Safety Center
Real-World Safety Incidents That Make Us Smarter, Not Just Lucky
Every aircrew professional has a story—a close call, a moment of miscommunication, or a systems failure that could have ended…
ASOG Article of the Month | April 2025
Source | Patrick Ryan
Training is the backbone of safety and efficiency in aviation, particularly for roles as technically demanding as Airborne Sensor Operators (ASOs). Yet, in certain companies and public safety organizations, ASOs are thrust into their roles…
ASOG Focus Area | Education & Training
Source | ASOG Training Center
Transitioning to a new aircraft as an Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) is a critical process that demands a structured and methodical approach to ensure operational readiness and safety. Building upon the foundational checklist provided…
Attention ASOG Members – We Want Your Input! ASOG Multi-Mission Aircraft Orientation Course The ASOG Training Center, with support from Diamond Aircraft, is considering offering a new “ASOG Multi-Mission Aircraft Orientation Course” — combining ground instruction and flight training. This course would be held at Diamond Aircraft’s facilities in Austria during the first week of July 2025, coinciding with the Diamond Aircraft Special Mission Open Days. Due to classroom capacity and flight sortie…
Read more…Outstanding! Another Great ASOG Event in the Books ASOG continues to grow, and so does our mission of building a global network for airborne sensor operators. Last week, we hosted another successful ASOG Networking Meet-Up at the 2025 AERO Friedrichshafen Expo in Friedrichshafen, Germany. This event was a fantastic opportunity for ASOG members, followers, and new connections to come together informally, talk aviation, and explore work-related opportunities. The venue and atmosphere couldn’t…
Read more…Everyone is Welcome to Join Us! We're thrilled to announce the next ASOG Meet-Up event at this year's AERO Friedrichshafen Expo. If you're attending the expo, don't miss out on this opportunity to join us. We guarantee it'll be worthwhile! Thanks to the generosity of GA Buyer Europe Magazine, we have secured a space in their booth for ASOG members and friends to convene, dubbed as ASOG Base-Camp. Expect ample refreshments in the hospitality area, with coffee and snacks available throughout the…
Read more…The PAvCon 2025 Conference is set to take place in the stunning Provence-Alps-Côte d’Azur region of Southeast France on May 27–28, 2025, with exhibition setup and a dedicated training day scheduled for May 26 at the Grand Prix Hotel. As one of the premier gatherings for airborne law enforcement and public safety aviation, PAvCon 2025 is shaping up to be a major event for the ASOG community! With a large contingent of Airborne Sensor Operators Group (ASOG) members attending, this conference…
Read more…Hi ASOG community! I'm really appreatiative of what ASOG does and have been enjoying being a part of it. This is my first time posting. I am an aerial sensor operator with 12+ years of experience. Our flight crew utilizes a King Air outfitted with a high resolution digital mapping camera to fly photogrammetry missions for infrastucture projects. Mainly highway mapping and construction work. I would really love for the next phase of my career to involve ISR (intelligence, surveillance,…
Read more…Dear ASOG Community,Stereocarto, a leading geospatial solutions company, is seeking an experienced flight operator to assist in testing the Teledyne Optech ALTM Galaxy T1000 sensor.Opportunity Details:Objective: Conduct initial sensor trials to evaluate performance.Location: Sensor is currently at our office; flight location TBD.Preferred Qualifications:Experience operating the Teledyne Optech ALTM Galaxy T1000.Background in airborne LiDAR operations.Spanish-speaking candidates preferred.We…
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The ASOG Training Center, in cooperation with Airborne Technologies GmbH, is conducting an Introduction to Multi-Mission Aircraft Integration & Modification Course in the Fall of 2025.
Dates | 7 – 9 Oct 2025…
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Sensor Operator (Low-Time Pilots), Nationwide, USA
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UAV / Drone Pilot & Regulatory, Logistics, Test Evaluation Operative, UK
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)
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