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
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
International peace forces have ended exercise Northern Coast at the Baltic Sea. The scenario was based on a fictitious crisis-reaction operation launched under the UN resolution in order to settle the conflict between two countries, and prevent further escalation of international tensions. Forces from 30 units from 8 NATO and PfP member-states, including rocket frigate Gen. Pulaski and two Mi-14 helicopters of the Polish Navy participated in the exercise. Northern Coast has been an international exercise led by the German Navy with the participation of: Danish, Swedish, Finnish, British, French, Lithuanian, and German navy units.
The exercise was carried out in the West Baltic and Baltic Straits waters. Polish frigate Gen. Pulaski along with other units ran a crisis management operation in order to restore stability in the trouble spot. The exercise tested marine protection against submarines and air vehicles, targeting marine and air objects, search and destruction of submarines, antiaircraft and emergency protection. That has been another from a series of NATO maneuvers in which Pułaski frigate participated.
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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
A surrender ceremony was conducted at Laipuli under the aegis of Dah Division for the 14 cadres of various outfits including Self Styled Private Toor Moni Borgohain wife of Self Styled Lieutenant Prajjal Saikia. A Company Commander 28 Battalion ULFA. On behalf of Major General NC Marwah, General Officer Commanding 2 Mountain Division. Brig PK Saini, Deputy General Officer Commanding, 2 Mountain Division accepted the surrender. Police and civilian dignitaries including close relatives of the cadres were present at the occasion. The units of 181 Mountain Brigade based in Tinsukia and Dibrugarh districts, Dah Division Artillery Brigade based in Sibsagar district, 25 Sector Assam Rifles based in Arunachal Pradesh and Army Intelligence Units were directly responsible for facilitating the surrender of these hardcore terrorists.
This hallmark achievement is part of the overall strategy of “FIGHTING INSURGENCY AND NOT THE INSURGENTS” enunciated by General BS Jaswal, General Officer Gajraj Corps. Based on this strategy intense military operations in concert with initiatives have been launched with renewed vigour by the Army. (more…)
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Tuesday, October 30th, 2007
Boeing Company and Textron Inc. today announced a teaming agreement to compete in the technology demonstration and system development phases and ultimately the production phase of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program for the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps.
Boeing Integrated Defense Systems’ Combat Systems division will partner with Textron Marine & Land Systems to provide superior program management and technical and lifecycle management approaches to all phases of the JLTV program. The JLTV system is a family of vehicles intended to replace the High Mobility Multi-purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV). (more…)
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Monday, October 29th, 2007
The first F-15E Mission Training Center (MTC) for the U.S. Air Force’s 366th Fighter Wing was opened at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. The center will provide aircrews with high-fidelity, simulator-based training without the material and personnel costs associated with training on operational aircraft.
The training center provides two high-fidelity, dual-cockpit F-15E simulators with a 360-degree visual system, a robust synthetic environment as well as instructor/operator and brief/debrief stations. The simulators, enhanced with a head-tracked area-of-interest display visual system, can be operated individually or linked to provide two- or four-ship training within the MTC. They also can be linked locally with two medium-fidelity F-15E Manned Combat Stations to allow local four-ship training. After a few months of operation, the MTC will join the Air Force’s Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) training network. (more…)
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