Archive for October, 2007
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
The U.S. Air Force fired AGM-65E laser-guided Maverick missile in combat operations for the first time on June 14, 2007. Until now, only the Navy and Marine Corps have used the laser-guided version of the Maverick missile. The laser-guided Maverick has a combat-proven record of effectiveness and reliability against armored and moving surface targets in urban environments and during close air support missions.
Laser-guided Maverick addresses a joint Air Force and Navy urgent operational need for a close air support weapon to defeat high-speed moving targets with minimal collateral damage.
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
BVR Systems (1998) Ltd. announced the award of a contract, valued at approximately 19.5 million US dollars, for the provision of an EHUD(TM) Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation (ACMI) system for an Asian Air Force. The EHUD(TM) ACMI system will be used for real-time, autonomous combat training and debriefing. The contract includes the provision of new
systems, static and mobile, as well as interoperability with an existing BVR supplied system already in service with this Air Force. MLM, a division of IAI, which cooperates with BVR in the production of the EHUD(TM) ACMI system, shall act as BVR’s subcontractor for the project.
BVR Systems’ CEO, Ilan Gillies commented: “We are pleased to receive this contract fortifying the EHUD(TM) ACMI system’s prime position as the top air combat training system in the world today. This new contract emphasizes once again the EHUD(TM) product’s overall excellent reputation for enhancing the training value and operational levels of air forces in Asia, NATO and around the world. This award is a further tribute to BVR’s technological leadership and strong competitive position for On-Board and Embedded training systems.” (more…)
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
EADS Defence & Security (DS) has successfully completed the first flight tests of its MILDS F Missile Warning System (AN/AAR-60(V)2) on a Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF) F-16 combat aircraft. The test included 5 flights at day and at night with different test profiles, and has verified the basic capabilities of MILDS F (= Missile Launch Detection System, Fighter). A lot of data, including potential false alarm sources and missile simulations, were successfully recorded for analysis. The Missile Warning System, developed by Defence Electronics, an integrated Business Unit of EADS Defence & Security, is installed in the Terma developed modified wing weapon pylons PIDS+ (Pylon Integrated Dispensing System +) & ECIPS+ (Electronic Countermeasures Integrated Pylon System). The system is operated from the Terma ALQ-213 Electronic Warfare Management System (EWMS).
MILDS F is a missile warning system which detects and tracks the UV emissions of approaching missiles including the most prevalent threat of heat -seeking shoulder-launched missiles. It comprises 6 sensors and 1 processor providing spherical coverage of the aircraft. It is using the proven key components of the very successful MILDS (Missile Launch Detection System) missile warner, which is operated as the standard missile warning device on helicopters and transport/mission aircraft world wide. In the field of electronic self-protection and missile warning, Defence Electronics is involved in the defensive aids systems of the Eurofighter, the A400M transport aircraft and the Tiger and NH90 helicopters. (more…)
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
BAE Systems received a $36.3 million contract from the U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center for the production and delivery of 62 MK 38 MOD 2 Machine Gun Systems (MGS). The gun systems will be delivered between July 2008 and June 2009.
The MK 38 fulfills the critical role of ship self-protection by providing naval vessels with a highly lethal, last layer of defense. The MK 38 is a 25mm, stabilized remote-controlled gun system that has an effective range of more than 2,000 meters. It is highly autonomous, proven against multiple surface threats and is a critical asset in our global war on terrorism.
Including this latest order, BAE Systems has been contracted to deliver a total of 150 MK 38 MOD 2 Machine Gun Systems for installation aboard various U.S. Navy surface combatants and amphibious ships. The proposed program of record calls for a total of 243 systems through FY 2015. (more…)
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
Government of new Zealand has announcement that the Agusta 109 is the preferred helicopter to replace the Air Forces fleet of Sioux Helicopters.
“This is excellent news for the Air Force and those that depend on the helicopter support we provide,” says the Chief of Air Force, Air Vice-Marshal Lintott.
“The Agusta 109 is a modern and very capable training and light utility helicopter (T/LUH) with a growing international customer base and assured long-term support. It has been designed to meet current and future requirements and provides an excellent long-term investment”, he said. (more…)
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
The Army Aviation Corps turns Twenty Two on Wednesday. The First Army Aviation Reunion is being held at Combat Army Aviation Training School at Nasik to commemorate the same.
The fact that Army has its own aviation assets is not widely known to the uninitiated. Making a humble beginning with four light weight unarmed AUSTER aircrafts in 1947, the erstwhile Air OP made stellar contributions in the Indo-Pak conflicts.
On 01 Nov 1986, Government of India formally approved the creation of `ARMY AVIATION CORPS’. This elite arm, today is wholly manned, maintained and flown by select personnel of the Indian Army. The `SOLDIERS IN THE SKY’ with their versatile helicopters are a lifeline of brave Indian troops deployed in far flung inhospitable terrain. (more…)
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
Indian Navy got a boost in its operational preparedness with the handing over of state of the art warship technologies for evading detection. Padmasri Dr A Sivathanu Pillai, Distinguished Scientist and Chief controller (R&D), DRDO Headquarters handed over the National Science & Technological laboratory (NSTL) developed products to Vice Admiral DSP Varma, PVSM, AVSM,VSM, Chief of Materials, Naval Headquarters. The ceremony was held at Manasi auditorium in NSTL, Visakhapatnam.
NSTL IR Suppression System For Naval Platforms
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Wednesday, October 31st, 2007
The Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) is hosting its 47th Annual Conference from 31 Oct 07 to 02 Nov 07 at the Institute of Aerosapce Medicine, IAF Bangalore which has been inaugurated today. A large number of eminent doctors and scientists both of national and international fame are participating in this conference.
The Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM) has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1952. It was set up by a handful of IAF medical officers with three objectives :-
(a)To advance the science and art of aviation medicine.
(b)To establish and maintain cooperation between medical and other sciences concerned with aero medical research and development.
(c)To promote protection and maintain flight safety.
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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
Ryanair, Europe’s largest low-cost carrier, took delivery on October 26 of its 150th Boeing 737-800. The successful European carrier operates a fleet of 737-800s around Europe and northwest Africa.
From its inception, Ryanair has relied on the 737 — first the 737 Classic and now the Next-Generation 737 — to help it meet strenuous efficiency, environmental, cost and reliability targets that are critical to the success of its business model. Ryanair has replaced all of its older 737 Classics with the newer Next-Generation 737 and has achieved a 50 percent reduction in CO2 emissions per passenger kilometer since 1998. An additional 121 737s remain to be delivered to Ryanair. The last 737 Classic was phased out in January 2006. Ryanair operates the second largest 737 fleet in the world, after Southwest Airlines in the United States.
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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
Major General SG Chatterji has taken over as the new Director General Resettlement (DGR). He assumed office on Monday, October 29, 2007 following the retirement of Major General Harwant Krishan.
Major General Chatterji, Vishisht Sewa Medal, is an alumni of National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune and was awarded President`s Gold Medal for being first in order of merit. He was awarded the Sword of Honour for being the best all round cadet on commissioning from the Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. Major General Chatterji was commissioned in the Regiment of Artillary on November 14, 1971. (more…)
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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
Pratt & Whitney has completed assembly of a full-scale Geared Turbofan engine at the company’s Engine Center in Middletown, Conn. and shipped it to the company’s Advanced Test Facility in West Palm Beach, Fla. The engine will begin ground testing early next month.
Next Generation Product Family, Pratt & Whitney. “To date our 15 technology rigs have demonstrated that the Geared Turbofan engine components are operating at or above our expectations. This demonstrator engine will validate performance at the full engine level and demonstrate the game-changing characteristics of the Geared Turbofan engine.” (more…)
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