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 | News & Information
Source | Patrick Ryan (President, ASOG)
As we move deeper into the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the aviation world is changing faster than any of us expected. AI is reshaping how we train, how we plan, how we process information, and how we communicate. It has become part of our daily workflow,…
ASOG Focus Area | Career Management
Source | Logan Aldrich (ASOG Author)
When I was in high school, I struggled to define my future life path. I had no immediate desire to pursue higher education, and I lacked a specific…
ASOG Focus Area | News & Information, Career Management
Source | Logan Aldrich (ASOG Author)
Mental health… a topic that is taboo in the aviation industry. There is a culture of silence, where the fear of being grounded, getting kicked out of your dream job, and facing peer judgment creates an unsafe environment. Battling pride and ego, engaging with an inefficiently designed system, and—worst of…
ASOG Focus Area | Education & Training
Source | ASOG Education Center
If you're a newly assigned ASO supervisor or you've been given the opportunity to train new Airborne Sensor Operators from scratch, but you're not sure how to get started or organized, here is a good starting point for you to properly…
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As the electromagnetic battlespace continues to evolve, access to timely and usable SIGINT has become a critical operational requirement.
VORANE is an airborne SIGINT as a Service concept…
ASOG Focus Area | News & Information
Source | ASOG Desk Editor
We’re proud to welcome Daher Multi‑Mission to the Airborne Sensor Operators Group (ASOG) community as an ASOG Corporate Supporter.
Daher’s multi‑mission aircraft, renowned for their versatility, rugged design, and…
The Kodiak 900 is displayed on Daher’s AERO Friedrichshafen exhibit stand prior to its European tour.
Friedrichshafen, Germany, April 22, 2026 – The Kodiak 900 is making its European debut at this week’s AERO Friedrichshafen show, underscoring the capabilities of Daher Aircraft’s “go anywhere” Kodiak airplane family in utility operations across Europe.…
I recently had the privilege of hosting industry leaders from Northrop Grumman, L3Harris Technologies, Boeing, Overwatch Imaging, and RTX for a deep dive into the operational life of an Airborne Sensor Operator aboard the P-8A Poseidon during CAG/NARG 2026. Events like these are critical for bridging the gap between those who develop our hardware and the operators who employ it in the field. Aligning the maritime community’s operational requirements with the capabilities designed by our…
Read more…Hey all!Happy to become apart of this group! What a wealth of resources here.I am current P-8/A Sensor Operator primarily using EO/IR, Radar, and SIGINT payloads for ISR missions.I came here to learn more about what being a ASO can mean beyond my knowledge of it through the US Navy and make connections to people in similar defense areas.
Read more…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…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)
