{"id":1871,"date":"2026-06-21T03:41:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-20T23:41:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/zond-aero-500-ng-gpr\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T11:11:16","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T07:11:16","slug":"zond-aero-500-ng-gpr","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/product\/zond-aero-500-ng-gpr\/","title":{"rendered":"Radar Systems Zond Aero 500 NG GPR System"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Radar Systems Zond Aero 500 NG Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) System<\/h2>\r\n<p>The Zond Aero 500 NG is a universal 500 MHz ground penetrating radar for both terrestrial and airborne surveys. Real-Time Sampling (RTS) technology with built-in digital signal processing delivers an exceptional signal-to-noise ratio, while geotagged SEGY output integrates cleanly into geophysical workflows. One of the lightest GPR systems on the market, it can be flown on medium drones, pushed on a cart or towed \u2014 whichever suits the survey.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-vid-title\">Ground Penetrating Radar \u2014 Radar Systems Zond Aero 500<\/h2>\r\n<div style=\"position:relative;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;overflow:hidden;border-radius:10px;\"><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/tDMbsb7CQiU?modestbranding=1&#038;rel=0&#038;iv_load_policy=3&#038;fs=1\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen title=\"Ground Penetrating Radar Radar Systems Zond Aero 500\"><\/iframe><\/div>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zond-aero-500-ng-gpr-gallery-02b.jpg\" alt=\"Zond Aero 500 NG GPR on a survey cart\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>One system, three survey modes<\/h3><p>Fly the Zond Aero 500 NG on a DJI M350\/M300 RTK for large open areas, mount it on a wheeled cart for streets and confined spaces, or tow it on a rope where the ground will not bear a cart. The same sensor adapts to the site instead of forcing you to own three instruments.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<div class=\"gne-zz gne-zz--rev\"><div class=\"gne-zz-media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gulfnetemirates.com\/drs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/zond-aero-500-ng-gpr-gallery-04b.jpg\" alt=\"Zond Aero 500 NG GPR in its protective transport case\"><\/div><div class=\"gne-zz-text\"><h3>RTS data quality, up to 4 m deep<\/h3><p>The 500 MHz shielded antenna with Real-Time Sampling reaches up to 4 m in average soil and resolves utilities, voids and stratigraphy with a clean signal-to-noise ratio. Data is logged as geotagged SEGY (.sgy) for direct use in Prism 2 and standard geophysical software, with an IP68 cased build for rugged field work.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Applications<\/h2>\r\n<p>Utility search and underground infrastructure mapping, archaeology, geotechnical surveys, geological stratigraphy, and glaciology \/ snow and ice thickness profiling.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Service &amp; Warranty<\/h2>\r\n<p>Supplied by GulfNet Emirates Drone &amp; Robotic Systems with UAE-based technical support, integration guidance and full manufacturer warranty. The Zond Aero 500 NG requires additional components and software for drone operation \u2014 request a quote and our team will propose the complete, ready-to-fly GPR set.<\/p>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Key Specifications<\/h2>\r\n<table class=\"gne-specs\"><tbody><tr><td>Type<\/td><td>Single-channel GPR with shielded antenna<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Central frequency<\/td><td>500 MHz<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Operating bandwidth<\/td><td>200\u2013900 MHz (-12 dB)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sampling<\/td><td>Real-Time Sampling (RTS) with high hardware stacking<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Samples per scan<\/td><td>256 \/ 512 \/ 1024 \/ 2048 \/ 4096 \/ 8192 (selectable)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sample rate<\/td><td>Up to 1,280,000 samples\/second<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Scan rate<\/td><td>Up to 2,500 scans\/second<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Penetration depth<\/td><td>Up to 4 m in average soil (\u22482 m at 0.6 m antenna elevation)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data format<\/td><td>Standard SEGY (.sgy) with trace geotagging<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Operating temperature<\/td><td>-20\u00b0C to 60\u00b0C<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ingress protection<\/td><td>IP68 in protective case; IP52 airborne<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Supported drones<\/td><td>DJI M350 \/ M300 RTK (not compatible with DJI M400)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>2.1 kg airborne; 7.1 kg in protective case<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Size (airborne)<\/td><td>41 \u00d7 31 \u00d7 16 cm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Certification<\/td><td>FCC 2AUQQ-AERO500NG \u00b7 IC 25515-AERO500NG<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>In the kit<\/td><td>Zond Aero 500 NG GPR (500 MHz), Prism 2 acquisition\/processing software, protective case with integrated 99 Wh Li-Ion battery and Wi-Fi router, charger, tow rope, DJI M300\/M350 mounting kit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SKU<\/td><td>IS-RS-ZOND-AERO-500<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n<h2 class=\"gne-sec-h\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\r\n<div class=\"gne-faq\"><details><summary>Which drones is the Zond Aero 500 NG compatible with?<\/summary><p>It is designed for medium-sized drones such as the DJI M350 and M300 RTK. It is <strong>not<\/strong> compatible with the DJI M400 \u2014 for M400 operation choose the Zond Aero 600. Mounts for other drone types can be provided on request.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>How deep can it see?<\/summary><p>Up to about 4 m in average normal soil, or around 2 m when flown at a 0.6 m antenna elevation. Actual penetration depends on soil conductivity and moisture.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Can I use it on the ground as well as on a drone?<\/summary><p>Yes. The same system mounts on a cart for street and confined-space surveys, can be towed on a rope, or flown on a drone for large open areas. The protective case integrates a battery and Wi-Fi router for ground use.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>What data format does it output?<\/summary><p>Standard geophysical SEGY (.sgy) with per-trace geotagging, processed in the included Prism 2 software and compatible with common GPR processing packages.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Is additional equipment needed for drone surveys?<\/summary><p>Yes \u2014 the SkyHub onboard computer, UgCS flight planning and a drone mounting kit are required. When you request a quote, we propose the complete ready-to-fly set for your aircraft.<\/p><\/details><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lightweight 500 MHz ground penetrating radar for drone, cart or towed surveys. Real-Time Sampling delivers high signal-to-noise data to ~4 m depth with geotagged SEGY output \u2014 for utility mapping, archaeology and geotechnical work. 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