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DEFENCE n DIPLOMACY n SECURITY WEDNESDAY 18, FEBRUARY 2015

PUSHING INDIA AHEAD: Prime Minister Narendra Modi (centre) with Union Minister for Defence Manohar Parrikar (right) and Minister of State for Planning (Independent Charge) and Defence, Rao Inderjit Singh (extreme left) at a function

INDIA’S BIGGEST SHOW OF AERIAL MIGHT KICKS OFF

When Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Aero India 2015 today, it will emphasise the country's resolve to boost and strengthen the ‘Make in India’ move. The show will send a signal to the manufacturing sector and foreign investors that India has arrived on the world stage of defence production

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he pet theme of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to energise India's economy will take the centre-stage at the show, once again gaining importance as one of the top Asian air shows.

The biennial air show attracts a large number of companies from around the world. It saw participation from 570 companies, including 274 foreign firms in the 2013 edition. This number is likely to go up, considering the renewed interest that defence and aerospace firms have in the Indian market since Modi came to power in May 2014 and projections suggest that India's spend on military aviation till 2027 is going to be around $150 billion.

Interestingly, this year, the De-

fence Exhibition Organisation is going to be the main organiser of the event, unlike in the previous years when one of the industry bodies, such as Confederation of Indian Industry and Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry took the responsibility.

Apart from the 'Make in India' theme, the likely investment in the Indian industry through defence offsets too, would be the focus of the show. According to information available from the Defence Ministry, over `28,000 crore is already likely to come into India over the next seven to eight years as offsets based on 24 deals contracted by the three Indian armed forces.

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INSIDE PAGES • Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha on IAF’s operational capabilities • HAL’s Dr T Suvarna Raju on LCA project • BrahMos’ Sudhir K Mishra on indigenisation moves • Interview of Japanese Ambassador • Airbus Group’s Yves Guillaume on commitment to ‘Make in India’ programme • Boeing’s Dennis Swanson on supplies to India • Sergei Goreslavsky of Rosoboronexport wants to offer missile and radar systems

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Japanese Ambassador on the promotion of defence cooperation between Japan and India

Sudhir K Mishra

CEO and MD, BrahMos, on BrahMos-NG and other missile variants development

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DR. T SUVARNA RAJU HAL Chairman, on developments in the LCA project and on the tie-ups with foreign OEMs for different programmes

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Rainer Farid, Vice President, Sales and Customer Relations for India & South Asia, Airbus Helicopters on Indian Navy’s requirement for 56 Naval Utility Helicopters

ORON ORIOL, EXECUTIVE VP MARKETING & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

“I believe the ‘Make in India’ is a very good move which facilitates growth for the Indian economy and the defence market.”

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LOIC PIEDEVACHE, Country Head, India, MBDA, talks about the various developments in the Mirage-2000 upgrade and how MAITRI ties in with the ‘Make in India’ strategy.

“We are fully committed to the ‘Make in India’ programme. It is an opportunity for India to realize its true manufacturing potential.”

YVES GUILLAUME President – India, Airbus Group

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Vice President, Customer Business – Defence, Rolls-Royce, on being awarded the manufacture of one of the AE 2100 engines.

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Arvind Walia, Regional Executive, India and South Asia, Sikorsky, on manufacturing a complete helicopter in India and the progress made on delivering S-70B to Indian Navy

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DENNIS SWANSON, Vice President, Boeing Defense Space and Security in India

24 Sergei Goreslavsky, Deputy Director General of Rosoboronexport, on various missile and radar systems which are on offer to India.

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‘MMRCA project and LCA important for IAF’ Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha on the importance of the IAF keeping abreast with ever-growing technology to upgrade the force’s operational capabilities and infrastructure How will you manage the huge gap between the required and existing strength of squadrons with the air force?

IAF today has 35 ‘active’ fight­ er squadrons against Government authorised strength of 42 squadrons.

Seven fighter squadrons are numberplated due to the non-availability of aircraft to equip them. The squadrons equipped with legacy aircraft

like the MiG-21 and MiG-27 will retire by 2024 on completion of their life. The early conclusion of the Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) contract ne­gotiations and speedy production of the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) by HAL are critical for arresting further drawdown in the strength of combat squadrons.

The IAF has plans to induct fighter air­craft as replacements, which are at various stages of procurement or development. Therefore, early con­ clusion of MMRCA project and ex­ pediting production of LCA are very important for IAF. The IAF is supposed to see the induction of Su-30 MKI, MMRCA, LCA and FGFA as replacement. It also needs more transport aircraft, trainers and multirole tanker transport aircraft for midair re­fuelling. But the induction process has not been commensurate with the needs of the IAF. What do you have to say on this?

The IAF is in the process of induct­i ng Su-30 MKI, C-17, C-130J, Mi-17 V5 and the Pilatus PC-7 Mk II aircraft and they are being operationally exploit­ ed. Although delayed, with the serial production of LCA being expedited, it would form the first operational squad­

ron very soon and we are awaiting finali­sation of the contracts for the MMRCA and the Flight Refuelling Aircraft. As far as trainer aircraft are concerned the performance and serviceability of the Pilatus PC-7 MK II Basic Trainer Air­ craft has been exceptional and the pro­cess has been initiated for additional air­craft. However, there are certain delays in the HAL manufactured Intermediate Jet Trainer (IJT) project which requires early resolution. I do not deny that there have been certain delays in the induction of aircraft and weapon systems required by the IAF. However, the Government has consistently amended the Defence Procurement Procedures and associated policies to ensure timely induction of military equipment. I am confident that early fructification of our ongoing acqui­ sitions along with various upgrades will greatly enhance our operational capa­bilities.

It is clear that training or a good trainer is not the issue considering that the AJT has been in use for a while. Where lies the problem?

The number of accidents in the IAF has steadily reduced over the past few years. From a figure of ap­proximate

13-14 accidents a year in the last decade, five accidents took place in Financial Year 2012-13 and six in Financial Year 2013-14. In the cur­rent Financial Year, three accidents have taken place.

The reducing trend in aircraft acci­dents is indicative of the effectiveness of the measures adopted by the IAF. Intro­duction of the HAWK AJT was one such measure, which has ensured smooth transition from training aircraft to high performance fighter aircraft. Addition­ a lly, simulators are now available for many aircraft fleets, which are being ex­ tensively used to enhance training.

Aviation, especially military aviation, carries inherent risk of accidents. The demands on the aircraft and aircrew is extremely high and requires a very high level of man-machine interface. Most of the accidents in aviation are caused due to Technical Defects and Human Error. Technical Defects are shortcomings in the design, production, overhaul of the aircraft, engines and the numerous com­ponents of the aircraft.

(This exclusive interview appeared in the October 2014 issue of Geopolitics)

AERO INDIA TO BE A ’MAKE IN INDIA‘ SHOW Continued from Page 1 The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), will join hands with the organisers of the air show, to hold seminars on Aerospace, Defence, Civil Aviation, Airport Infrastructure and Defence Engineering during the Aero India-2015. The seminars include one on 'DPSUs Changing Role in Coming Decade: Promoting Public Private Partnership' that will cover aspects of the defence public sector undertakings being the backbone of arms manufacturing in India.

Another key focus of the seminars would be on 'Empowering and Incentivising Indian MSMEs in the Defence and Aerospace Sector'.

Also under discussion would be 'Utilising Defence Offsets to Create a Vibrant Domestic Defence Industrial Base'.

Leading global companies such as Airbus Group, Rolls-Royce and Rockwell Collins will commit to join the Make-in-India campaign of the Narendra Modi government.

Ahead of the five-day show that would end on February 22, these three firms are among the leading aerospace and defence firms that have announced that they would be ready to ex-

plore possibilities to expand their presence in India.

The Narendra Modi government continues to push for defence modernisation and since taking over in May 2014, has cleared military acquisition proposals worth over $20 billion till January 2015, which is double the total spend on military acquisitions in the previous fiscal that ended March 2014.

In the eight months of his government, Modi has gone aboard INS Vikramaditya, a refitted Russian aircraft carrier that was inducted in November 2013; commissioned INS Kolkata, a stealth Destroyer warship; feted Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) scientists and called for new ideas in defence research; and visited the troops on the Siachen Glacier, the world's highest battlefield.

Rolls-Royce, globally the second largest provider of defence aero-engine products and services, will present its ‘Partnership with India Past, Present and Future’ at the air show through an exhibition of its products and services, the company said in a statement from Bengaluru on January 29. The firm will feature three examples of its propulsion systems -the Adour, which

powers the Hawk trainer, the Trent 700 from the Airbus A330 tanker aircraft, and the C-130J’s AE2100 engine.

A key strategic partner to the Indian Air Force (IAF) since 1933, Rolls-Royce had posted annual underlying revenues of £15.5 billion in 2013 and invested £1.1 billion on research and development.

Currently, the Indian military has over 750 Rolls-Royce engines, consisting of 10 different engine types.

Europe's Airbus Group, which generated €57.6-billion revenues in 2013, too announced its plans to be present at the air show with a wide range of products and technologies to highlight its footprint in India and its commitment to Modi's 'Make-in-India' initiative. On display likely, at the Group’s pavilion would be scale models of the passenger aircraft A380 and the A320neo, apart from the A330MRTT mid-air refueler that has been selected by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for military use and the C295 transport aircraft that has been offered by the group in partnership with Indian firm Tata for the IAF's Avro replacement programme. Two ‘Made-in-India’ products – the High Accuracy Air Pressure Measurement System and Structurally Integrated Antenna – are also going to be part of the display line up. Both these products have been developed at the Airbus Defence and Space Engineering Centre in Bengaluru.

The firm would bring a model of the EC725, which re-

cently underwent Field Evaluation Trials (FETs) for the Indian Coast Guard’s tender for 14 shore-based helicopters. The EC725, fitted with the relevant weaponry and sensor suites, is also in contention to meet the Indian Navy’s over 120 Naval MultiRole Helicopter (NMRH) programme requirements and the Indian Army’s over 150 Tactical Transport Helicopters’ fleet expansion plan.

In addition, there will be models of the AS550 C3e Fennec and the AS565 MBe Panther helicopters. The Fennec has been offered by the Group for the Indian Army’s and Air Force’s Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopter (RSH) campaign, which was recently re-started under the ‘Buy and Make (Indian)’ category. The AS565 MBe Panther would contest for India’s Naval Utility Helicopter (NUH) programme, which envisages acquisition of around 100 units. On the civil helicopter side, a scale model of the single-engine EC130 T2 will be

showcased.

Airbus would also bring scale models of TANAN unmanned aircraft system, SPEXER 2000 border/coastal surveillance radar, MILDS missile warning system and TRS-3D multi-mode surveillance and target acquisition radar.

In addition, information on the Group’s border security solutions, Maritime Satellite Services and GEO Intelligence Imagery and Net management System will be available at the Airbus stand.

An Indian company, OIS-AT, too launched its indigenously developed four advanced dual-use radar systems capable of 3D bird detection and deterrence, besides UAV tracker and foliage penetration, ahead of the Aero India. The radars would be at the Air Show for display.

OIS-AT has the IP rights for these four radars. The company said its 3D Bird Detection, Tracking and Monitoring and Deterrence Radar System is a global first.

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‘BRAHMOS IS A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF MAKE IN INDIA’ SUDHIR K MISHRA, CEO & MD, BrahMos, on the progress made on the BrahMosNG (Next-Generation) and other missile variants

RAM PRASAD

MD, Rockwell Collins India “Since opening our first office in India in 2008, we have grown our employee base to more than 600, have opened new office in New Delhi, and have established strategic partnerships to bring the right products to our customers in India. Aero India will be a very important show for Rockwell Collins to meet with current and future customers, and continue our strong momentum in India.”

YVES GUILLAUME

President – India, Airbus Group “We have been used to partnerships in India as is shown by our long standing collaborations with several Indian public and private companies as well as R&D organizations and academic institutions. We are enthusiastic about the ‘Make in India’ campaign and are ready to leverage our existing local partnerships and invest in new ones to make the most of it. Aero India offers the perfect setting to discuss our plans to make in India with various stakeholders. We look forward to our participation in the show.”

EMMANUEL MARQUIS

TRIGO’s Aerospace Business Line Director “The first step to increase our cross-continental growth is to showcase our services to the South Asian aerospace manufacturers and suppliers. We are in a fortunate position as most companies which play a significant role in the region’s industry are the subsidiaries of our longtime European business partners.”

The IAF Chief recently inaugurated progressing well and we hope the BrahMos Technical Position. to realise it soon. As for the What does this inauguration mean miniature variant of the missile, which we intend for the Indian Air Force to call BrahMos-NG and BrahMos in terms (Next-Generation), it of operationalisation, is at a very prelimiproduction and technary stage at presnology development? ent. The project is The state-of-the-art presently at design BrahMos Technical and concept stage Position which was wherein we are doinaugurated by Chief ing a feasibility study of Air Staff Air Chief for the new weapon.

Marshal Arup Raha SUDHIR K MISHRA It may take around on December 9, three years to realise 2014 will primarily serve as a storage and mainte- the new next-gen BrahMos. nance facility for the land-based BrahMos supersonic cruise What about the order books for missile system. This is the first each variant of BrahMos you have such state-of-the- art facility for right now? Tell us about the prothe Indian Air Force where the duction of these missiles and the land-attack variant of BrahMos supply chain for the sub-systems and its support systems will be and the components? stored and maintained. As you Production orders for BrahMos might be aware, the IAF has at present hovers somewhere placed orders for squadron of around `30,000 crores. While BrahMos Land-Attack Cruise the Army has already operaMissiles (LACMs). The launch- tionalised three regiments of the ing of this facility signifies that missile in its artillery and plans now, our missile system has to induct two more regiments, been successfully inducted in all the Navy has inducted the three wings of the Indian armed weapon in its destroyers and frigates even as it plans to deforces. ploy more BrahMos missiles on How much time is left for the IAF's many of its newly-built frontline Sukhoi aircraft to arm itself with a warships which are going to be mini BrahMos missile? Could you inducted in the coming years. explain what is the progress in this The IAF has also ordered for one squadron of land-attack Braheffort?

Right now, our topmost priority Mos and air launched BrahMos is to ensure successful test flight to be installed on SU-30MKI. Since the demand for Brahof BrahMos from the Sukhoi-30 fighter. Work on this front is Mos is quite high, our foremost

priority now is to meet the delivery timelines. Hence, we are steadfastly working on systematically managing our supply chain by ensuring that all our associated partners, both in India as well as in Russia, are capable of producing and supplying all the necessary components of the missile on time. Some entities are also being looked into to undertake complete missile integration work, both in India and Russia. There are about 205 companies which are part of this supply chain at present.

What are the futuristic developments of the BrahMos missile you are working on now, apart from the Mini BrahMos? We are working on a hypersonic version of BrahMos which will have the capability to travel at a very high speed of Mach 5 to Mach 7. We are also working on the Block-IV variant of the missile which will have vertical dive capability to track and strike at the enemy target from a 90 degree angle.

What difference has this Indo-Russian enterprise brought to India in the field of defence technology?

BrahMos undoubtedly is a pathbreaking military technological programme between India and Russia. The missile is a world-

class weapon today and we are proud that we have successfully designed, developed, tested and delivered such a high-technology system to our armed forces within a very short span of time. The missile has led to the establishment of a robust Missile Industrial Complex, both in India and Russia wherein both public and private sector entities have come together in producing different systems and subsystems resulting in the timely delivery of the weapon to the armed forces. BrahMos is a perfect example of “Make in India" where the industrial consortium – both Public and Private – has gained immensely in terms of technology and profitability. Today, Indian industries have access to world class production technologies which are being used to produce unique systems. As I mentioned more than 200 industries in India are working and generating employment for more than 20,000 persons.

Profitably speaking a company which started with $300 million as share capital from India and Russia in the ratio of 50.5 per cent and 49.5 per cent today has business crossing `30,000 crores. We are proud that we have set a benchmark under the Prime Minister’s “Make In India” vision for others to follow in the defence sector.

‘US-2 WILL CONTRIBUTE TO ‘MAKE IN INDIA’ INITIATIVE’ Japanese Ambassador TAKESHI YAGI on defence cooperation with India Your country’s long and fruit- defence cooperation is one of the ful partnership with India is well most important issues for us. known. How do you deepen this re- We will do our best to promote defence cooperation based on lationship in the field of defence? the common values Japan and India esand interests betablished the ‘Spetween the Japan Self cial Strategic and Defence Forces and Global Partnership’ the Indian Armed at the summit meetForces. ing held between the two Prime Ministers, How can the two Shinzo Abe and Narcountries cooperate endra Modi, on Sepin maritime secutember 1, 2014, and rity in the Indo-Pacific have been intensifying TAKESHI YAGI maritime region? their ties through high In his speech enlevel exchanges, including the Japan-India Foreign titled “Confluence of the Two Seas”, delivered in the Indian Minister’s strategic dialogue.

At the time of the sum- Parliament in 2007, Prime Minmit meeting, the Memorandum ister Abe had shed light on the of Cooperation and Exchanges Indo-Pacific collaboration to in the field of defence was signed “enrich the seas of freedom and and the two Prime Ministers de- prosperity, which will be open cided to upgrade and strengthen and transparent to all”. As actheir defence cooperation, in- tive maritime states, both India cluding regularisation of bilat- and Japan have vital interests in eral maritime exercises, Japan’s the security of sealanes connectcontinued participation in the ing East Asia with the Middle India-US Malabar series of ex- East and Africa. Hence, it has ercises and working-level con- become an important task for sultation on defence equipment the two governments to considand technology. Needless to say, er what Japan and India should

do jointly in the areas of security in the years to come.

Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) has been contributing to the anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden.

Japan and India have conducted Japan-India Mutual Exercises twice and JMSDF took part in the Malabar Exercise that was held off the coast of Japan in July 2014. In addition, joint exercises between the two Coast Guards have been taking place on an annual basis since 2000.

I believe that the cooperation on US-2 amphibian aircraft between Japan and India will contribute to the security of the Indian Ocean and break new ground of defence cooperation between the two countries.

India and Japan have been holding the Joint Working Group on US-2 amphibian aircraft. What is the status of cooperation?

Both sides highly welcome the progress that has been made through the discussions in the Joint Working Group on US-2 amphibian aircraft. The two Prime Ministers directed the

Joint Working Group to accelerate the discussions and to prepare a road map for the development of the Indian aircraft industry through US-2 amphibian aircraft cooperation, including transfer of its technology to India, at the last summit meeting in September 2014. We believe that the cooperation on US-2 amphibian aircraft will also contribute to the “Make in India” initiative of the Indian government with a view to promoting the development of Indian aviation industry.

Please provide an overview of the contours of the defence equipment cooperation between India and Japan.

We recognise the enormous future potential for transfer and collaborative projects in defence equipment and technology between the two countries. The two Prime Ministers agreed to launch working-level consultations between the two countries aimed at promoting defence equipment and technology cooperation. We are working very hard towards it.

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‘HAL WOULD WELCOME PRIVATE PLAYERS AS COLLABORATOR’ DR T SUVARNA RAJU, Chairman, HAL, on developments in the LCA project and on the tie-ups with foreign OEMs for different programmes

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Provide us an update of the LCA be satisfactorily completed for project? When is the Final Opera- which HAL is progressing in line tional Clearance (FOC) for LCA - I with the consultancy from BAE Systems, UK. We expect operascheduled?

Light Combat Aircraft, Tejas tional clearance in the near future. The LUH develis a very important opment programme programme for HAL is progressing well with Aeronautical and with Ground Development Agency (ADA) as the Test Vehicle (GTV) nodal design agenrun having been succy. ADA is responcessfully completed in sible for programme December 2014, the management of focus is on the manuthe project while facture and flight of HAL is the produc- DR T SUVARNA RAJU prototypes. The attion agency. With tack helicopter LCH Initial Operational is expected to attain Clearance (IOC) having been operational clearance during achieved in December 2013, 2015 and this along with the HAL is focused on the expedi- ALH and LUH will ensure a tious production and supply whole range of indigenous heof the aircraft against the first licopters for the country. order which are to be delivered

in IOC configuration. The first Tell us about the future of your aircraft in this series has been tie-ups with BAE, Rolls Royce and produced and with its maiden other foreign OEMs for projects flight accomplished within that you are executing? nine months of IOC accord, it HAL is working on a series of is ready for induction into the tie-ups with foreign OEMs for IAF. The FOC is expected soon different programmes like BAE for which a close coordination & Rolls Royce for Hawk aircraft, between HAL, ADA and IAF is Dassault Aviation and Thales being maintained. for Mirage Upgrade, Turbomeca for ALH engines, Boeing & What are the issues involved in Airbus for various work packthe FOC and in the coordination ages, Sukhoi Design Bureau for between HAL and IAF on the proj- FGFA, UAC-TA and Rosoboect’s future? ronexport for MTA, GE Aviation There are certain challenges in for LCA MkII engines, HoneyFOC such as integration of refu- well for Jaguar re-engining, etc. elling probe and certain weap- HAL has a long history of such ons that we are jointly working with ADA. I am hopeful that we would overcome these challenges soon which would pave our way towards FOC of our homegrown war machine, Tejas.

What are the challenges you are currently tackling on the IJT, LUH and attack helicopter projects?

With close to 1000 test flights performed so far, IJT is in the advanced stages of development and nearing operational clearance. Spin tests are required to

tie-ups and these will continue to remain strong in the coming years.

It has been a few years now since the defence offsets policy came into effect in India. What benefits have accrued to HAL from this policy?

Indian defence offsets policy came into existence in 2006 with the key objectives of fostering development of internationally competitive enterprises, augmenting capacity for research, design and development and encouraging development of synergistic sectors. HAL is one of the India offset Partners (IoPs) in many of the Indian Defence acquisition programmes and has been benefited to some extent by getting certain manufacturing projects resulting in export of aero structures and similar items.

However, it has been observed that OEMs are liquidating the offset obligations predominantly through manufacturing projects utilizing the already available capabilities of the Indian Industry. New capabilities/technologies are not being created and the main Offset policy objective of development of internationally competitive enterprises, augmenting capacity for research, design & development is not happening.

Hence, the policy needs to be relooked to aid the Indian defence

Industry in terms of capability development, acquisition of cutting edge technology and capacity augmentation for R&D. What sort of opportunities do the Indian Government’s decisions such as 49 per cent FDI, de-licensing of military MRO and ‘Make in India’ provide the company?

Aerospace & Defence industry characteristically encompasses advanced technology, huge funds requirement, unfavourable economy of scale, long gestation period, slow return on investment, stringent quality control and complex procedures, which have generally deterred new players from entering the sector. However, we feel that the increase in FDI limit will reduce the financial risk for the Indian industry in defence projects and foster increase in Indigenous manufacturing content. We believe that all this will ultimately bring in increased number of players in the defence manufacturing sector.

The de-licensing of military MRO is a big step forward towards attracting higher foreign investments as the market is huge. India is expected to spend $20 Billion on military aircraft alone in the next five to seven years and maintenance requirements are likely to be 40 per cent of that value. This would ensure enhanced opportunities for both public and private sector.

Our Prime Minister’s ‘Make in India’ mission will undoubtedly boost indigenous production of defence equipment and the recent increase in FDI in the defence sector to 49 per cent would be a definite enabler. In addition to this several other initiatives taken up by the government especially the GST will go a long way in boosting the Indian defence manufacturing base.

Defence manufacturing is key to ’Make in India‘ In the eight months under Narendra Modi's rule, the programme that meets everyone's eye is the 'Make in India' push in 25 sectors, including the Defence sector

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n the eight months that India has been under Narendra Modi's rule, the only glaring programme of his that meets everyone's eye is the 'Make in India' push in 25 sectors, including the Defence sector. During this period, India's economy has transitioned fast, and is passing through an interesting and an important phase. It was, till Modi stormed to power in May 2014, considered an Analyst Grade economy. Now, India has become an Interest Grade economy. Investors are looking at India with renewed interest, but are still cautious over investing too soon.

It is going to take a lot of convincing for the Indian economy

to move from this Interest Grade to Investment Grade economy, when investors will be keener to invest. Make-in-India, as an idea is just one of the factor that could drive the Indian economy towards Investment Grade. And within the Make-in-India push, the defence sector, in particular the aerospace sector could play a major role.

However, one question that begs an immediate answer is: Is this Make-in-India push an invitation to foreign companies or to the Indian industry to focus on turning the country into a defence manufacturing hub?

The reasons to invest in India in the defence manufacturing sector are many. Of particular interest is India's current imports

to meet defence requirements, which stands at nearly 70 per cent, even as the modernisation plans of the Indian armed forces are only increasing and expanding by the day. Then there is the homeland security needs too that could add more value to the opportunities available.The opening of the strategic defence sector for private sector participation will help foreign original equipment manufacturers to enter into strategic partnerships with Indian companies and leverage the domestic markets and also aim at global business.

Besides helping build domestic capabilities, this will bolster exports in the long term.

It is in this context that the opportunities in the aerospace

sector for the industry become all the more important. There are at least five segments in the aerospace sector that could be of greater interest and could be listed as Components, Helicopters, Transport, Trainers and Weapons.

Now, components that are likely to be sourced domestically and hence creating large markets in the aerospace sector for Indian industries, particularly the SMEs, include casings, blisks, shafts, housings, stators, pump housing bushing, sleeves and sub-assays. This would mean that there will be ample business for existing tier-2 and tier-

3 players.

Indian firms can expect a windfall business, with the

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gainst the backdrop of the upcoming Aero India 2015, OIS-AT under the banner of ‘make in India for the world’ is set for the global launch of four advanced technology dual-use radar systems.

Under development and manufacture for a number of years, each system fulfils a unique user requirement.

A breakthrough for the Indian Aerospace and Defence sector, these advanced radar systems are designed, developed and manufactured entirely by OIS-AT. The four advanced surveillance radar systems leverage advanced technology developments that are under patent filings.

Designed for domestic and global market requirements and as the owner of the Intellectual Property, OIS-AT is accelerating its global sales initiatives with the launch at Aero India 2015.

Targeted for aviation safety for both military and civilian airports, OIS-ATs true 3D Bird Detection, Tracking and Monitoring and Deterrence Radar System which is a global first has an impressive Deterrence option, using directed bio-acoustics (sound) and an eye-safe laser both of which are automatically controlled by the radar system.

OIS-AT has designed, developed and manufactured another industry’s first - the 3D Multifunction, Multi-mode UAV Detection and Tracking and Air Surveillance Radar System. This radar system can be automatically tuned for detecting UAVs or high speed Fighter Aircraft and Helicopters with a click.

Unlike most air surveillance radars today, it includes a unique Sense-N-Avoid feature to identify UAVs that may be on a collision course, allowing the controller to take remedial action.

Another product development that has broken technology barriers is OIS-AT’s Foliage Penetration Minefield, IED and Dismount Detection Radar System which can identify people with weapons and other assets hidden under foliage from a fixed wing aircraft or UAV installed with this radar. With product availability slated for year-end, this system can also detect mines and buried IEDs to help sanitize routes and discover minefields to protect people.

In addition to these radars which are primarily used for air surveillance, OIS-AT has also designed an advanced Portable Ground Surveillance Radar System for both military and homeland security applications.

With this global launch of several industry firsts, the company’s credentials and capabilities in ‘Taking Make in India To The World’ is undisputed and OIS-AT is confident of raising the goal posts in the coming years as well.

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‘EC725 IS A COMBAT PROVEN MULTI-ROLE HELICOPTER’ RAINER FARID, VP, Sales & Customer Relations for India & South Asia, Airbus Helicopters talks about meeting Indian Navy’s requirement for 56 Naval Utility Helicopters The Indian government has re- compliant with the quality recently issued an RFI for a RSH that quirements of the Indian army would be made in India ultimately. and the Air Force. Nearly 300 What’s going to be your response AS550 Fennec helicopters are to the RFI? What’s the strength in service with 25 armed forces in 24 countries. The of the platform you recent acquisition would offer? of 12 Fennec by the First of all, it is good Indonesian Army to recall that Airbus demonstrates its suitHelicopters has been ability for operations very active in this in a full range of conReconnaissance and ditions, providing a Surveillance (RSH) highly manoeuvrable project for over 10 and agile platform years, deploying in with low detectabilthe different stages RAINER FARID ity. There are more of the tender sizethan 5,000 helicopable resources and efforts. The AS550 Fennec was ters from the Fennec/Ecureuil shortlisted each time as one of family that have been delivered the preferred operational choic- all over the world and have es for the Armed Forces thanks completed over 22 million flyto its unparalleled performance ing hours. and versatility. It demonstrated in all climates and environ- We understand that the AS565 ments in India as being fully MBe Panther is being proposed compliant with the technical to meet the Indian Navy’s requirerequirements. The new RFI re- ment for 56 Naval Utility Helicopleased in late August 2014 is ters (NUH). Could you provide now addressed to the Indian in- some details on the helicopter? dustry under the scheme “Buy We are proposing the A5565 & Make Indian”. Contacts have MBe Naval Panther, which is an been made with the industry in upgraded version of the Panther the past months to study vari- MB, for the NUH programme. ous scenarios but we cannot Airbus Helicopters’ AS565 MBe Panther offers a force multiplier comment any further on this.

The AS550 Fennec is a light with a heritage of mission-provsingle-engine helicopter that en rotorcraft in service with has been one of the most suc- military forces worldwide. Pancessful and proven helicopters ther/Dauphin helicopters are in its class for modern combat. operational around the world in Its superior ability for recon- naval and coast guard service naissance and surveillance in countries such as the Unitmissions makes it a formidable ed States of America, France, asset for the Indian Army and Spain, China, Saudi Arabia, KoAir Force in their search for rea and Malaysia, among oththe Cheetah and Chetak fleet ers. The AS565 MBe Panther replacement. Our 50 years of naval version is an all-weather, cooperation experience with multi-role medium helicopthe Indian industry will ensure ter that can be operated from a smooth transition to this up- ship decks, offshore platforms graded technology aircraft. The and land bases with demonFennec can function impecca- strated capabilities to cover the bly from – 40°C to 50°C. The full range of Indian Navy mishelicopter’s multi-role capa- sion requirements – including bilities have made it a success maritime surveillance, search during operations in extreme and rescue, offshore patrolling conditions from deserts to the and counter-terrorism, casualty highest altitudes that cover In- evacuation and vertical replendia’s geographical diversity. Not ishment. Airbus Helicopters has only can it be deployed success- delivered almost 1,100 helicopfully at sea-level, it also holds ters from the Dauphin/Panther the world record for landing on family marking a total of over 5 top of Mount Everest. million flying hours.

The Fennec is a proven The mission capabilities and military helicopter including cost effectiveness of Airbus Hecomplete weapon systems, fully licopters’ AS565 MBe Panther

has been further validated by significant orders for 11 rotorcraft in November 2014 in Indonesia. It is to be used in naval anti-submarine warfare (ASW) missions.

The Indian Coast Guard is pursuing a tender for 14 ship-based helicopters. How have the evaluations of the Airbus Helicopter's EC725 helicopter progressed in this tender?

The Field Evaluation Trials (FET) phase is a part of the evaluation process and we cannot release the conclusions on behalf of the user. We can just say that the EC725 has superior performance for the required missions and is a fully combatproven military helicopter. It is flying in its civil and military variants for similar maritime roles in many countries. The logical sequence should allow a finalisation in 2015, but we need to adapt to the customer’s schedule.

The Indian Navy also requires a NMRH. What are you offering for this requirement and how would it fare against its competitors?

Airbus Helicopters has the widest range of products to meet any mission and capacity needs.

The company’s focus on innovation ensures that our helicopters possess the right cuttingedge technology to meet the different needs.

Airbus Helicopters’ EC725 is the most adaptable and costeffective solution to respond to the requirement of the Indian Navy for a quickly deliverable Naval Multi Role Helicopter.

Introduced in 2005, the EC725 is already a combat proven multi-role helicopter and has seen combat service worldwide. The EC725 has operated from ships and ashore.

Special Operations, Combat SAR and Personal Recovery require performance, precise navigation and survivability. The EC725 is outstanding in these aspects and thus fits perfectly the Indian Navy’s requirement for ASuW, Special Forces, Amphibious assault, Troop carrier, SAR and CSAR operations.

There are around 900 Cougars/Super Pumas flying globally completing a total of 5 mil-

lion flight hours. The EC725 is fast becoming a reference in Asia as the most cost-effective latest-generation military helicopter.

Currently deployed by the military forces of Brazil, France, Mexico, Malaysia, Thailand and now Indonesia as well, the EC725’s reliability and durability has been confirmed in such crisis areas as Lebanon, Afghanistan and Mali, while also supporting French troops during NATO-led operations in Libya. The EC725 is fully NATO-qualified to operate day and night from more than 100 types of warships, including frigates, aircraft carriers and landing helicopter assault ships. The proposed multi-role configuration provides maximum flexibility and utility.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government’s decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, de-licensing of military MRO and ‘Make in India’ – provide the company?

The liberalisation of FDI to 49 per cent is obviously a positive step in the right direction, which if increased further would favour even more partnership opportunities, benefiting the Indian aerospace and defence sector directly. Also, the de-licensing policy for military MRO is a big step forward and we believe that if issues such as the taxation policy can be addressed quickly, the sector will get a tremendous boost.

As for the “Make in India” initiative, we should recall that Airbus Helicopters has a rich experience in the country based on the Cheetah/Chetak legacy.

Thanks to our continuous support in transfer of know-how for several decades, local production of more than 600 helicopters became a reality. Airbus Helicopters views “Make in India” as a great opportunity for us to strengthen our existing associations in local helicopter manufacturing and in developing professional competencies.

Airbus Helicopters has a unique worldwide experience in fostering such alliances in several countries, which has contributed to the enhancement of the respective local aerospace and defence sectors.

MBDA MBDA, a world leader in missiles and missile systems, capable of designing and producing missiles and missile systems to meet the whole range of current and future operational requirements for the three armed forces (army, navy, air force).

MMP is a vital addition to MBDA's range of battlefield systems as it will provide a worthy successor to the highly successful MILAN (the anti-tank system currently in service with the Indian and French Armies and that has been sold to 40 other armies around the world).

Drawing on experiences gained from recent conflicts which have shown that delivering effects without collateral damage is a major operational requirement, MBDA has been developing MMP which will feature both "man in the loop" and "fire and forget" capabilities.

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‘Developing an ecosystem to benefit Indian requirements’ ARVIND WALIA

AIR VICE MARSHAL (RETD.) ARVIND WALIA, Regional Executive, India & South Asia, Sikorsky, on manufacturing a complete helicopter in India and the progress made on delivering S-70B to Indian Navy

Congratulations on your S-70B selection in the Indian Navy’s MRH tender. What is on offer as part of the S-70B for the Indian Navy?

We are very happy that Sikorsky has been selected to serve the Indian Navy. The helicopter selected, S-70B Seahawk, is a variant of the Black Hawk which has earned the reputation for dependable and reliable performance across a variety of operating conditions.

Will this S-70B deal bring in technology transfer and manufacturing capability into India?

Sikorsky believes in collaborating with local partners in India in developing an aerospace ecosystem that will benefit the growing Indian defence and aerospace requirements as also meet the newly laid down goals of self-reliance and indigenisation. I feel proud to say that Sikorsky is the first company in India that has had a successful partnership with Tata group and in October 2013, our JV delivered the first fully indigenously built kit to Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL).

had talked about delays in military programmes leading to cost overruns, delays in delivery schedule and obsolescence issues. Now that the S-70B decision has been made by the Indian Navy by the end of 2014, will any of these issues you mentioned above come into play?

Our endeavour at this stage is to expedite the process of negotiations with the MoD and the Navy to deliver the product at the earliest to bolster the capabilities of the Navy.

At the beginning of the year, you

How has your TARA JV with the Tatas performed? Do you intend to expand the scope of activity in this venture or your investment in the changed policy scenario in India?

The city of Hyderabad has played a very critical role in our endeavours. Today, our JV with Tata Group in Hyderabad produces cabins for the S-92 helicopters and has become 100 per cent indigenous, which is a great milestone for the Indian aerospace industry. While we started off our operations in a completely greenfield environment few years ago, the aerospace ecosystem in Hyderabad has certainly come a long way since then and we are very hopeful to do a lot

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 The S-92 provides comfort, safety and mission-flexibility required by demanding operators for offshore oil transport, executive transport, SAR, airline and utility operations  The S-92 is the most advanced aircraft in Sikorsky's civil product line, certified to the most stringent U.S. and European safety requirements.  The S-92’s state-of the art technology includes active vibration control, composite blades, and a list of safety features that are a generation ahead of other aircraft.  The S-92 helicopter program has a strong focus on reliability improvement – in 2010 Sikorsky certified 20 projects to expand mission capability and increase availability.

Would the S-92 model be adopted for military helicopters such as the S-70B too?

We, at Sikorsky, are excited about tapping into India’s skilled aerospace industry and capability and the Indian industry becoming part of our global supply chain.

much has this plan progressed in the last two years?

Sikorsky had laid out a roadmap to extend collaboration in India to produce a complete helicopter here. We are quite on track on the road map and should be able to produce a helicopter from India, subject to meeting stipulated objectives/goals and global requirement.

In 2012, there were indications that Sikorsky would develop a high altitude helicopter for operation at 20,000 feet for India. How

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government’s decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, delicensing of military MRO and

more in the city.

‘Make in India’ – provide the company?

With the liberalisation of the existing FDI regime, we are hopeful to reach a stage in which the Indian private industry could channelize its energies to indigenise defence production. India should aspire to be seen as a regional hub for global outsourcing of defence equipment owing to its geo-political location. This will not only enable economies of scale but also considerably decrease India’s procurement rates.

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xtending the benefits of the Iron Dome CounterRocket, Artillery and Mortar defence system to the maritime domain, in order to guard surface vessels from an extensive array of threats, including ballistic trajectory and direct attack weapons, RAFAEL has introduced the ‘CDome’, a Point Defence System

designed to handle saturation attacks in both blue and littoral waters, by engaging multiple targets simultaneously.

The C-Dome has a very short reaction time and enables automatic and semi-automatic engagements to handle saturation attacks successfully at sea.

Precluding the use of dedicated Fire Control Radar, the system employs the ship’s own surveillance radar and in order to expedite operations, C-Dome’s Weapon System Command and Control

is seamlessly integrated with the ship’s combat management system. C-Dome uses the combat-proven Iron Dome Tamir interceptor, which has already achieved more than 1700 successful intercepts in recent combat engagements, with rockets of different types.

In a marked difference from the Iron Dome configura-

tion, C-Dome Tamir interceptors are launched vertically, allowing for unhindered 360° azimuth coverage. The multiround launcher assembly laden with vertically-launched canisterised interceptors packed in a modular Vertical Launcher Unit is installed below the deck. Maintenance-free and stored in a sea-proof canister, up to 10 interceptors can be loaded into a modular Vertical Launcher Unit.

The advanced warhead on the missile ensures high

kill probability against an extensive array of targets. The interceptor’s extreme agility and high rate-of-turn to expedite interception in exceptionally demanding scenarios and ripple attacks have been demonstrated in recent combat engagements. The use of the state-of-the-art smart proximity fuze maximises the lethality of its powerful warhead to ensure the destruction of the target.

Compact Dimensions The C-Dome systems’ small footprint allows integration on small ships, including Offshore Patrol Vessels, small Corvettes or offshore rigs.

The C-Dome gives the users Benefits such as High Firepower, Enables ships to effectively engage current and future high- performance threats, Unrestricted 360° circular coverage, Operation in both blue and littoral water, Very high probability of kill, Simultaneous engagement of multiple targets and Commonality with the combat- proven Iron Dome system.

The Main Features of the system are: Vertical launch, Unrestricted 360° azimuth coverage, Maintenance-free ten cell launcher, All interceptors ready for instant firing, Short reaction time, Interceptor high rate-of-turn, Automatic and semi-automatic, engagement, Advanced warhead for high kill probability against a large range of targets and Modular system architecture enables easy integration with any existing or desired configuration of modern combat system.

14 Continued from Page 8 ate future, and probably more in the distant future, all worth anywhere between $6 billion to $10 billion.

Interestingly, the Indian Navy will be outdoing the IAF by going in for 210 to 300 helicopters in the years to come, in both in multi role and specifically, utility role. The Indian Coast Guard, on its behalf, will be buying 14 shore-based helicopters. The Indian Army has won a major turf war in middle of 2014 to obtain the nod from the Defence Ministry to have a fleet of attack helicopters of its own, but ahead of that it would

INDIA 2015 SHOW DAILY buy anywhere between 130 to 200 choppers. India's armed forces have a particularly large requirement of trainer aircraft to train its pilots, for varied roles, be they for combat, transport or choppers. India is already manufacturing the Hawk advanced jet trainers under licence from BAE Systems. It is now gearing up to take up manufacture of the Pilatus PC-7 Mk2 basic trainer aircraft too. This would mean a transfer of technology by the Swiss firm to Indian companies to manufacturer the aircraft in India, through HAL and its suppliers. This will be on the similar lines of the Rafale combat jets, for which a deal is being worked

out with French firm Dassault Aviation.

One area of aerospace manufacturing that India lacks badly is weapon development, required for all its aviation assets. Though India has developed critical weapons on its own such as the BrahMos airborne supersonic cruise missile and the Astra Beyond Visual Range air-to-air missile, it still relies on foreign suppliers for various aviation related warfare.

Indigenous development of these weapons, either domestically or through foreign collaboration, presents a greater opportunity for the Indian industry.

Thus, OIS-AT, an Indian com-

pany, realised the opportunity available in this segment and has collaborated with companies from NATO nations to build capabilities in India. It had made presentations to the Indian armed forces for three different types of air defence weapon systems, including the upgrade of the Pechora rockets and closein-weapon-system of the Air Force. Among the foreign Original Equipment Manufacturers, who could well contribute to the Make-in-India effort are Airbus, Boeing, SAAB India, Safran India, Raytheon, Rolls-Royce and more. Among the Indian firms that could contribute are the big players such as the Tata, Ma-

hindra, Reliance and L&T, apart from Maini Aerospace. Publicprivate partnerships in aerospace are the need of the hour to propel government's indigenisation efforts through ‘Make in India’ and become a world leader in defence. There has to be national and international cooperation to develop technologies. There is a need to align the Defence Trade and Technology Initiative (DTTI) in Buy and Make (India) Projects especially in Regional Transport Aircraft (RTA), Mi-17 upgrades, Reconnaissance and Surveillance Helicopter (RSH) of the Indian Army and Naval MultiRole Helicopters (NMRH) of Indian Navy.

ADVANCED ATTACK ‘IRON DOME IS AN HELICOPTER FOR IAF EFFECTIVE DEFENCE SYSTEM’ Apache helicopters are being inducted by a ORON ORIOL, Executive VP Marketing & Business Development at Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd., talks about the tactical strength of its weapon systems Which Rafael defence systems technologies that have played a and technology will you present at significant role in securing the military advantage of our cusAERO INDIA 2015?

At Aero India, Ratomers. fael will present complete Aerial and Can you give an upAir Defence Sysdate about the Spike tems. For the first programme? time in India, Rafael The Spike Missile will unveil C-Dome, Family consists of a Naval Point Deprecise Tactical Misfence System based siles for ranges beon the combattween 200-25,000 proven Iron Dome. meters. The Spike ORON ORIOL In addition, Rafael Family is a Multiwill present for the purpose, Multi-Platfirst time in India form Electro-Optic SPICE-250, the new genera- Missile System with real time tion standoff Precision Guided data link. The Spike Missiles Munition (PGM) based on Ra- are in use by infantry units as fael’s unique scene-matching well as mounted on combat vetechnology used in its already hicles, attack helicopters and combat proven SPICE-1000 & naval vessels. The Spike mis2000 guidance kits. Among its siles are combat proven and advanced defence systems, Ra- in service in many countries fael will display: Integrated Air among them: Italy, Germany, and Missile Defence Systems: the Netherlands, Spain, Poland (Iron Dome, Spyder SR/MR, and others.

Python – 5, Derby, MIC4AD, The missiles in this family Spice 2000) Electro Optic and have sophisticated electro-optic Communication Systems: (Rec- CCD or IIR sensors for day/ celite & Recce-U, Litening, Top- night all-weather operation, lite EOS, BNET SDR Family) and as well as a tandem warhead.

Multi-Purpose, Tactical Guided Their lofted trajectories enable Missile Systems: Spike MR, ER, NLOS. What are your views on the ‘Make in India’ move?

One of Rafael’s goals is to expand our activities around the globe and especially in India.

Rafael has been working closely with companies all over the world through procurement programmes, Joint Ventures (JVs), partnership and cooperation, designed to address their specific defence and security requirements, each country with its own specific needs. This includes air defence, critical asset and infrastructure protection for homeland security, as well as for offensive means for its different military branches. In India, we are constantly seeking new partnerships and joint ventures with Indian companies for cooperation that will help drive forward our mutual ability to address local needs and operational requirements.

This cooperation has proven to be productive and has had a substantial contribution to the development of advanced

the warhead to strike the target at its most vulnerable location with pinpoint precision. All of the SPIKE Family members have a low life-cycle cost, due to high reliability and operational and logistic support and production commonality between members.

Following the announcement for selecting the Spike missile for the infantry, we are

now moving towards signing the contract and collaborating with the local industry for production of the Spike missile as an Indian made missile.

Tell us about the Iron Dome Air Defence System. Do you think India will acquire this capability?

At Aero India 2015, Rafael Advanced Defence Systems will exhibit the Iron Dome, the world's only dual mission counter rocket, artillery and mortar (C-RAM) and Very Short Range Air Defence (VSHORAD) system. Iron Dome is an affordable, effective and innovative Defence solution (CR&AM Class) for the asymmetric threats of short-range rockets, (up to 70 km), and mortars, and also serves as a VSHORAD Missile System (up to 10 km) against traditional Air Defence targets.

The Iron Dome system has been selected by the Israeli Defence Ministry to provide the lowest layer of Israel MultiLayered Air & Missiles Defence umbrella. Iron Dome was chosen as the best system, offering the most comprehensive Defence solution from a range of threats, in relatively short development cycle and low costper-kill. Since becoming operational by the Israeli Air Force in April 2011, Iron Dome has successfully intercepted over 1,700 rockets that have been fired at Israel. During Operation Protective Edge, Iron Dome achieved a 90 per cent rate of successful interceptions. In doing so, the system saved lives and prevented serious damage to property.

Iron Dome is designed for quick detection, discrimination and interception of rockets & mortar threats with ranges of up to 70 km and also against aircraft, helicopters, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Precision-Guided Munitions (PGMs). The system is effective in all weather conditions, including low clouds, rain, dust storms or fog.

Iron Dome uses a unique interceptor with a special warhead that detonates the targets in the air within seconds. The system can handle multiple threats simultaneously and efficiently.

growing number of defence forces worldwide for upgrading to or adding these latest combat machines to their rotorcraft fleets

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he Apache is the most capable multi-role combat helicopter, combining performance and lethality with more affordable and efficient maintenance. It will provide the Indian Air Force with enhanced dominant force projection capabilities and will address the full spectrum of conflict to peacekeeping and nation building.

India has been offered the AH-64E, the newest member of the combat-proven Apache family which will strengthen the country’s homeland defence significantly and deter regional threat. A modern, multi-role attack helicopter – Apache AH64E – brings superior combat power to aviators, battlefield commanders and soldiers when and where they need it.

Since the delivery of the first AH-64A Apache attack helicopter in 1984, the AH-64 Apache has been evolving with technology advancements at regular intervals to ensure that the world's most capable multi-role combat helicopter meets the needs of the warfighter well into the future.

The Apache AH-64E has the latest technology insertions that make it a lethal attack helicopter. The AH-64 Apache is the only available combat helicopter with a spectrum of capabilities for virtually any mission requirement. It is uniquely suited to meet the commander’s needs, including reconnaissance, security, peacekeeping operations, and lethal attack—in both land and littoral environments—all without reconfiguration.

The Apache AH-64E incorporates 26 new technologies designed to enhance its capabilities. The improved drive system features a new split-torque face gear transmission that increases power capability to 3,400 shaft horsepower. The new composite main rotor blade accommodates the power increase, resulting in improved aircraft performance with increased payload.

The Apache can be equipped with air-to-air missiles (Stinger, AIM-9 Sidewinder, Mistral and Sidearm) and the advanced precision kill weapon system (APKWS) rockets. The Longbow Apache carries the combination

of armaments chosen for the particular mission. In the close support role, the helicopter carries 16 Hellfire missiles on four four-rail launchers and four air-to-air missiles. The Longbow Apache’s radar dome is unmasked for a single radar scan and then re-masked.

The Target Acquisition Designation Sight, TADS (AN/ ASQ-170), and the Pilot Night

Vision Sensor, PNVS (AN/AAQ11), are some of the other features. The turret-mounted TADS provides direct-view optics, television and three-fields-ofview Forward-Looking Infrared (FLIR) to carry out search, detection and recognition, and Litton laser rangefinder/ designator. PNVS consists of a FLIR in a rotating turret located on the nose above the TADS. The image from the PNVS is displayed in the monocular eyepiece of the integrated helmet and display sighting system.

Boeing’s services and support for the Apache programme provides an array of services that are uniquely tailored to the requirements of each customer.

Because of the long tradition of success of the Apache, Boeing can help provide mission effectiveness, improved readiness, at a reduced total cost of ownership.

Today, the Apache helicopters have either been inducted or are being considered by a growing number of defence forces worldwide for upgrading to or adding these latest combat machines to their rotorcraft fleets.

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AN AGE OLD STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP LOIC PIEDEVACHE, Country Head, India, MBDA, talks about the developments in the Mirage-2000 upgrade and how MAITRI ties in with the ‘Make in India’ strategy What's been the progress on the MBDA was awarded the conMirage-2000 upgrade programme tract to equip the IAF’s Jaguar of the Indian Air Force, of which fleet with ASRAAM during 2014. The missile, you are a part? which will be known The IAF’s first upin IAF service as graded Mirage NGCCM (New Gen2000 was flown at eration Close Combat the Istres French Missile), will replace Air Force base near the R550 Magic 1 Marseilles on the short range missiles Mediterranean coast currently deployed by in October 2013. the Jaguar. ASRAAM According to the will be fitted to the latest reports, all 49 LOIC PIEDEVACHE over wing pylons on aircraft are expected the Jaguar which will to be completed by 2024 but you will need confir- free up space below the wing mation of this date by Dassault, for the aircraft’s main payload, Thales and HAL who are work- namely air to surface weaponry. ing on the upgrade programme In line with offset requirements, a number of Indian companies of the aircraft itself.

MBDA has a very important will be involved in supplying part to play in the upgrade fol- components for the missiles.

ASRAAM, a critical part of lowing the contract that was awarded in 2012 which will see the Jaguar upgrade to the DAMICA air-to-air missiles replac- RIN II level, combined with the ing the aircraft’s life-expired Su- aircraft’s new multi-mode fire per 530D and Magic II missiles. control radar and the helmet The new configuration will see mounted sighting system will the upgraded Mirage 2000s be- provide the IAF with a phenoming able to carry a mix of radar enal capability, worthy of the (MICA RF) and infrared (MICA most modern of air forces.

IR) missiles to handle air combat ranging from short to be- What are the prospects of the Maitri SRSAM missile programme? yond visual range.

Would you be responding to an Tell us about your contract for RFI issued for a similar weapon supplying ASRAAM for the Jag- system by the Indian Air Force reuar combat fleet of the Indian Air cently?

Given all the advantages offered Force.

to India by the MAITRI programme, and here we’re talking about not only operational but also industrial advantages, MBDA remains convinced that the prospects are very good.

MAITRI is capable of providing all three armed services with the latest in 360° Vertical Launch technology – the only solution capable of dealing with short range saturating airborne attacks. ‘Make in India’ is the order of the day and MAITRI ties in with this avowed Indian government strategy. Some 80 per cent of the contract value will be going to the Indian defence industry sector, both private as well as the Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs).

Conservative predictions also indicate that exports far greater than the contract value are easily attainable given the missile’s capabilities and projected global market requirements.

MAITRI represents a level of transfer of technology offered by the French government and MBDA that is truly unprecedented. If, or should I say when, it is taken up, this will give a real kick start to India’s drive towards eventual defence industry autonomy.

Can you provide details of the PARS-3 LR missile and its suitability on Indian helicopters?

PARS-3 LR is in service with the German armed forces on its Tiger helicopter and has been demonstrated in front of representatives from India. The weapon’s fire-and-forget and salvo fire capability has been offered to provide the ALH Rudra with its surface to ground Antitank Guided Missile (ATGM) capability.

Tell us about the Milan-2T missiles that BDL is producing for the Indian Army through a ToT and what this over year-old order from the Indian Defence Ministry means to your business?

MBDA’s activity around Milan represents the cornerstone of our long standing presence in India. The Milan missile has been manufactured under license by BDL in India for some 40 years. The order for new missiles for use with the indigenous Flame launcher was placed some time ago and of course this was good news for MBDA. It shows that Milan still has an important part to play in providing the Indian Army with a key ATGM capability and of course it further continues our industrial partnership with the Indian defence industry sector. At Aero India we will be displaying a fifth generation system, MMP, that we are discussing with India in terms of a co-development

to provide India with a future ATGM system that would be ‘Make in India’ and that would provide the Indian Army with a multi-purpose, close combat weapon system that far surpasses anything currently available or planned elsewhere in the world.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government's decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, de-licensing of military MRO and 'Make in India' – provide the company?

MBDA has long set out its policy regarding its relationship with India. It is a policy that focuses on in-depth and long term partnerships such as the one that we have established with BDL. This policy will certainly be helped by the increase of FDI to 49 per cent but of course this percentage still falls short of the figure that would allow overseas companies to have the desired level of control over their investment in any potential joint business venture with an Indian concern. Regarding the de-licensing of MRO, a major part of our customer offer around the world as well as in our European domestic markets, is what we can offer in terms of customer support and service throughout the life of our products. Therefore, this new step could certainly open up some interesting avenues for MBDA.

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‘WE LOOK FORWARD TO ENGAGEMENT WITH INDIA’ VIVEK LALL

VIVEK LALL, Chief Executive for Global Strategic Development, General Atomics on various technologies on offer to India and willingness to collaborate with Indian companies

What offer have you made to the Indian Navy regarding the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch Systems (EMALS) and AAG for its second indigenous aircraft carrier?

With concurrence from the US Navy and permission to export, the system could provide many key benefits to advance the Indian Navy. The system’s flexible architecture allows for integration into a range of platforms with differing catapult configurations, enabling the launch and recovery of a wide variety of aircraft, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, to enhance situational awareness. Our integrated system requires fewer personnel to operate and maintain, and provides a more fuel efficient alternative to legacy catapult systems.

Tell us more about the first round of fleet training on the new EMALS currently being installed on CVN 78 (Gerald R. Ford).

The training took place in GA’s Electromagnetic Systems Shipset Control Lab (SCL) in San Diego and was administered by our training team consisting of former catapult operators and maintainers with more than 80 years of combined experience.

Our SCL simulates the Fordclass four catapult control systems. It contains bow and waist Integrated Catapult Control Stations (ICCS), four deck edge stations, and two centre deck stations. The SCL has been and continues to be used for software development and evaluation, and creation of operations

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Give details of the electromagnetic rail guns technology. Is this technology on offer to India?

The electromagnetic rail gun is a transformational technology capable of multiple missions; delivering a greater fire power than conventional guns while eliminating the need for propellants and explosives. Currently the technology is not exportable. Any future possibility of exporting the technology is dependent upon the Indian government initiating a discussion with the US government.

Reports suggested that you are scouting for Indian partners, such as L&T and Pipavav, to take forward your plans to enter the Indian market in a big way. How much progress has been made in this regard?

During our many visits, GA has met with several potential government and industry partners. We are open to and welcome the opportunity to explore mutually-beneficial collaborations with companies around the world. We look forward to fostering relationships with Indian companies to work together to enable technology innovations that address Indian government/industry demand, growing markets, and new and changing requirements.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government's decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, delicensing of military MRO and

Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) is a complete launch system designed to replace the existing steam catapult currently being used on US Navy aircraft carriers ‘Make in India’ – provide the company?

We are very happy to see positive policy efforts being made

by Government of India which

will provide an enabling environment for us to take better business decisions for a longterm partnership with India.

We have a suite of defence and

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he opportunity to launch joint production of the Ka-226T multirole helicopter in India was discussed

by President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December 2014. The Russian side proposed this initiative as part of a programme for the purchase

riety of operations in dense, built up urban environments, and can land on small sites, boasts high manoeuvrability and climb rate.

During flight tests in the Himalayas, the Ka-226T achieved altitudes of 7,500 metres. The helicopter delivered cargo weighing 200kg at altitudes of

of reconnaissance and surveillance helicopters to replace the Chetak and Cheeta fleet, and could amount to 400 units.

Ka-226T helicopters are excellently suited to operation in India and South and South-East Asia more broadly.

They can be operated in highly mountainous areas, in strong gusts of winds, cold and hot climates and over water. The helicopter is designed for a va-

5,200 metres. The helicopter operates in low temperatures (below minus 35 degrees Celsius) at great altitudes.

The Ka-226T can be used for both military and commercial operations.

Joint production is currently under discussion by the two sides, but it is too early to talk about any concrete steps being taken to implement this project.

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SPICE 250 Rafael will also present SPICE 250, a new generation standoff PrecisionGuided Munition (PGM).

The SPICE 250 is the latest addition to the SPICE family of stand-off, autonomous, air-to-ground weapon systems, capable of hitting and destroying targets with pinpoint accuracy and at high attack volumes. Displayed for the first time in India, the

SPICE-250 has a standoff range of 100 kilometers.

An autonomous weapon with real time target position update capability, theSPICE-250 is a unitary munition and can be equipped with either general purpose or penetration warheads. Aircraft increase load-out and wide target set provide the optimal solution for high volume precise strike for the dynamic battlefield.

commercial products that could lend themselves to cooperation with Indian industry and we look forward to engagement with India.

Russian Helicopters views India as a key market, and as a place where Russian helicopters have historically enjoyed great demand. Companies that form part of Russian Helicopters have been supplying helicopters to India for almost 50 years. The Indian fleet of Russian-made commercial and military helicopters amounts to about 250 units. Rosoboronexport currently supplies India's Air Force with the latest Mi-17V-5 transport helicopters produced by Russian Helicopters, under a previous contract.

As for the project to re-fit the Indian Air Force's Mi-17V-5 military helicopters to VIPversions – Russian Helicopters is ready and willing to cooperate with the customer on this issue.

Russian Helicopters cannot comment on questions relating to the delivery of military helicopters to Pakistan. That is a matter for the press office at Rosoboronexport, the only Russian state entity that deals with the export and import of the whole range of military and dual use end products, technology, and services. As for commercial helicopters – Russian Helicopters is open to discussing opportunities for cooperation with all potential partners.

RUSSIAN HELICOPTERS AT AERO INDIA 2015 At Aero India 2015, Russian Helicopters and Rosoboronexport will present the latest military-transport helicopters in the Mi-8/17 family, and the multirole Ka-226T. The Ka-226T can be operated by India’s military, police, and civilian agencies.

Due to the growth in the market for commercial helicopters in the region, Russian Helicopters will showcase its Mi-8/17 commercial multirole helicopters, which are popular the world over, and also the light Ansat. Russian Helicopters will also showcase its latest upcoming models at Aero India 2015, with the Mi-171A2, which is based on Mi-8/17 helicopters. The first prototype of the Mi-171A2 started flight tests in November 2014. In addition, Russian Helicopters representatives will hold talks and consultations on the development of after sales support and maintenance services for Russian helicopters in the region.

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‘THERE IS A BIT OF MADE IN INDIA IN EVERY AIRBUS AIRCRAFT’ YVES GUILLAUME, President-India, Airbus Group, on its commitment towards the ‘Make in India’ programme and on showcasing various cutting edge technologies at Aero India 2015 What were the highpoints for first private Indian company to become a global tier-1 supplier your business last year?

2014 was a fruitful year. Air- to Airbus. bus signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with In- Your views on the ‘Make in India’ diGo for 250 A320neo Family campaign? aircraft. The agreeWe are fully comment will become mitted to the ‘Make Airbus’ single largin India’ proest order by number gramme. It is an exof aircraft. Airbus cellent opportunity also signed a longfor India to realise term Flight Hour its true manufacturServices Tailored ing potential. In the Support Package field of defence, the (FHS-TSP) with Visprogramme can be tara.

Commercial a turning point in YVES GUILLAUME A380 flights to InIndia’s endeavour dia started last year to establish a robust as did AirAsia India operations indigenous military-industrial using A320 aircraft. Also, Vis- complex. The strength of our tara commenced operations commitment lies in the fact using A320 in January this that we have a history of teamyear. ing up with industrial players On the defence side, Airbus not only in India but across Defence and Space’s Optron- the world. As an example, in ics business unit and the In- Australia, where Airbus Helidian MoD signed a €13 million copters won the contract for contract for the delivery of a 22 attack helicopters, 18 of periscope maintenance facility them were assembled locally in Delhi. In the field of space, by an Australian company, Airbus Defence and Space built Airbus Group Australia Pacific high-resolution earth observa- (AGAP), that acquired enough tion satellite SPOT 7 was suc- technologies and programme cessfully launched onboard management expertise to furISRO’s PSLV launcher in June. ther assemble transport heliPlugging Indian compa- copters and upgrade military nies, public and private, in our aircraft, including producglobal supply chain is a key tion of 43 out of the 47 NH90 pillar of our local strategy. We acquired in another major had a significant achievement order. AGAP is now one of the on this font last year when Dy- leading national aerospace namatic Technologies, an ex- and defence companies with isting single source supplier of about 1300 employees. flap track beams for the A320 Family aircraft, was awarded You talk about plugging India in the contract to produce flap your global value chain. Can you track beams for the A330 Fam- give some more examples? ily aircraft as well. The new India is an integral part of contract made Dynamatic the Airbus Group’s global supply

AIRBUS GROUP Airbus Group is a global leader in aeronautics, space and related services. In 2013, the Group – comprising Airbus, Airbus Defence and Space and Airbus Helicopters – generated revenues of 57.6 billion (restated) and employed a workforce of around 138,000 (restated)

chain with over 30 local suppliers, public and private. More than 5,000 jobs have been generated by Airbus across this supplier network. The top three sourcing commodities are engineering and IT services, aero-structures and detail parts and systems. For example, HAL produces half of all A320 forward passenger doors. Tata Advanced Materials Limited, in partnership with Sprit Aerostructures, is producing composite parts for the A350XWB programmes.

In addition, Aequs supplies several detail parts. Companies such as Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Tata, HCL, Geometrics and Wipro also provide information system and engineering services. Overall, Airbus’ procurement from India has tripled in the last three years and was over $350 million in 2013. There is a bit of made in India in every Airbus aircraft.

You have an innovation facility in Bengaluru. What are you doing there?

The facility you are referring to is part of Airbus Group Innovations’ network of research facilities, scientists and engineers. It carries out Research and Development (R&D) in areas such as cloud computing, aero-thermal analysis and signal processing. An ongoing research project in the field of ‘Cognitive Radars’ being conducted in partnership with the Airbus Defence and Space engineering centre has led to the filing of a patent and publications in leading international scientific journals. In 2013, Airbus Group Innovations

What are you showcasing at Aero India?

On display at our pavilion — OD8 — in front of Hall C, are scale models of the world’s most spacious passenger aircraft — A380 and the fuel efficient A320neo. Also on exhibition are models of the A330MRTT mid-air refuel-

Two ‘Made-in-India’ products — High Accuracy Air Pressure Measurement System and Structurally Integrated Antenna — are also part of the display line up.

On the helicopters’ side, a model of the EC725 is on exhibition. The EC725, fitted with the relevant weaponry and sensor suites, can perfectly meet the Indian Navy’s 120+ Naval Multirole Helicopter (NMRH) programme requirements and the Indian Army’s 150+ Tactical Transport Helicopters’ fleet expansion plan.

In addition, there are models of the AS550 C3e Fennec and the AS565 MBe Panther. The Fennec is foreseen for the Indian Army’s and Air Force’s Reconnaissance and Surveillance

ler which has been selected by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the C295 medium military transport aircraft which has been offered to India, in partnership with Tata, for the Avro replacement programme.

Helicopter (RSH) campaign whereas the AS565 MBe Panther fits the requirements of India’s Naval Utility Helicopter (NUH) programme. Model of the civil, single-engine EC130 T2 is also being showcased.

India established a research chair entitled ‘Mathematics of Complex Systems’ in partnership with the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research.

Moreover, it has successfully concluded research projects with various Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in areas related to computing, simulation, navigation, and homeland security.

OD8 in front of Hall C  On display at the Group’s pavilion (no OD8) in front of Hall C, will be scale models of the world’s most spacious passenger aircraft – A380 and the fuel efficient A320neo.  Also on exhibition will be scale models of the A330MRTT mid-air refueller which has been selected by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the C295 transport aircraft which has been offered to India, in partnership with Tata, for the Avro replacement programme.  Two ‘Made-in-India’ products – High Accuracy Air Pressure Measurement System and Structurally Integrated Antenna – are also going to be part of the display line up. Both these products have been developed at the Airbus Defence and Space Engineering Centre in Bengaluru.  A model of the EC725 which recently underwent Field Evaluation Trials (FETs) for the Indian Coast Guard’s tender for 14 shore-based helicopters is going to be on exhibition too.  In addition, there will be models of

the AS550 C3e Fennec and the AS565 MBe Panther. The Fennec is foreseen for the Indian Army’s and Air Force’s Reconnaissance & Surveillance Helicopter (RSH) campaign which was recently re-started under the ‘Buy and Make (Indian)’ category whereas the AS565 MBe Panther fits the requirements of India’s Naval Utility Helicopter (NUH) programme which envisages acquisition of around 100 units. On the civil helicopter side, scale model of the single-engine EC130 T2 will be showcased.  Scale models of TANAN unmanned aircraft system, SPEXER 2000 border / coastal surveillance radar, MILDS missile warning system and TRS-3D multi-mode surveillance & target acquisition radar will also be presented. In addition, information on the Group’s border security solutions, Maritime Satellite Services and GEO Intelligence Imagery & Net management System will be available at the stand.

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‘INDIA IS A SIGNIFICANT MARKET FOR PILATUS’ RAIMUND SAUER, Regional Sales Director, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., on long term association with BEL and developing market for PC-12 aircraft prehensive package of Ground What do you intend to do for the Based Training Systems (GBTS) Pilatus PC-7 MkII trainer aircraft, such as full mission simulators, more of which are required to be cockpit procedure trainers, mismade in India? What are your sion debriefing systems, complans in setting up a production puter aided learning systems capability in India for this aircraft? and synthetic training equipIn March last year, India’s dement. The majority fence ministry issued of the GBTS has been a Request for Informaalready installed in tion (RFI) for procurecountry and is fully ment of an additional operational. The IAF 106 PC-7 MkII trainer has successfully deaircraft under the Buy ployed the GBTS for & Make (Indian) catmore than one year egory as per India’s and has indicated Defence Procurement their full satisfaction Procedure. with the significant A number of recRAIMUND SAUER benefits that have ognised Indian combeen derived from panies with aerospace this additional training capabildivisions approached Pilatus ity. expressing their interest, as the The objective of a modern piprime contractor, in aligning lot training system is to produce with Pilatus under a potential highly trained pilots capable of future Buy & Make (Indian) meeting the demands of ever programme for additional Basic Trainer Aircraft (BTA). Under a Buy & Make (Indian) scenario, Pilatus would provide an initial comprehensive manufacturing and airframe assembly training programme to the successful Indian Prime Contractor at its facilities in Switzerland with subsequent additional training in India.

We are hopeful that by the end of the first quarter of 2015 the outcome of the decisionmaking process will set out the MoD’s roadmap for the acquisition of additional trainer aircraft.

PC-7 MkII has been in the market for 20 years now? Do you think there would be a need for developing a new trainer aircraft that could take care of futuristic pilot training considering the developments in military aviation technology?

While the first PC-7 MkIIs were produced in 1994, the configuration baseline of the aircraft has undergone significant changes in line with the technological developments within the aerospace industry, in particular with regard to avionics and other primary components in order to meet the ever changing requirements of an integrated pilot training system. Today, the young Indian Air Force air warriors commence their flying training in a PC-7 MkII equipped with a state-of-theart glass cockpit. At this point in time, the question of upgradation of the IAF’s PC-7 MkII is certainly not on the table.

Downstream, Pilatus’ depth of experience in providing upgradation programmes to PC-7 MkII end-users would be of significant advantage and benefit to the Indian Air Force should such a future requirement arise.

Pilatus designs and builds integrated training systems based on three different trainer aircraft, the PC-7 MkII, the more powerful PC-9 M and the 21st century state-of-the-art PC-21, a product portfolio that endorses the entire training syllabus from basic training through to lead-in fighter training.

What are the ground-based training facilities and aids that have been offered as part of the PC-7 MkII deal in India and what purpose do they serve to enhance user-experience?

The IAF has opted for a com-

more sophisticated military aircraft. With the increasing costs of equipment, limited resources and time, the GBTS objective must be to ensure that economies of scale underpin the delivery of training without compromising the quality of training.

In today’s modern military pilot training environment, GBTS are an integral part of an integrated pilot training system that significantly enhances training efficiency and increases flight safety.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government's decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, de- licensing of military MRO and ‘Make in India’ – provide the company?

Pilatus has always considered India to be a very significant opportunity to enable business growth, particularly in the general aviation sector, for all our

current (and future) aircraft types.The short term strategy has been to develop the market for our PC-12 aircraft type primarily in the business sector via a restricted distributor network and to use the opportunity afforded by the successful trainer contract to establish production capabilities in collaboration with local industry players, such as HAL, TASL, BEL and other similar companies. We have been utilising the substantial aviation skills of TCS Bengalur u in supporting our engineering department through long-term collaboration and we expect that we can extend this cooperation substantially within India in the coming years.

With the development of our latest aircraft, the PC-24, we would expect to significantly expand our presence in both the general aviation market (which

in our opinion is still in its infancy) combined with the proven capabilities of our PC-12 and PC-6 types. These same aircraft types can also respond to the ever growing need of other government agencies such as paramilitary; agriculture; infrastructure support and air-ambulance response services.

It is still too early to make any assessment of the future impact that lifting the level of foreign direct investment from 26 per cent to 49 per cent will have on foreign investment in the Indian defence sector. Pilatus will continue to monitor developments throughout 2015.

Our long-term strategy will remain the expansion of our overall design and manufacturing capability to India through the establishment of Pilatus Aircraft India Pvt. Limited.

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Key Transport Fleet Accretion Awaits Government Nod Indian Air Forces’ (IAF) transport fleet is in the grip of a transformation and is ready to induct European-made aircraft as a replacement for its ageing Avro fleet

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ndian Air Forces’ (IAF) transport fleet is in the grip of a transformation like never before. If it has in the recent years inducted American-made aircraft such as the C-130J and the C-17, it is now readying to induct European-made aircraft as a replacement for its ageing Avro fleet and to augment the existing fleet of Russian midair refuellers. The IAF seems to be leveraging its new found buying power and the opening up of new doors for military acquisition from new sources other than the erstwhile Soviet and Russian stable to upgrade its transport fleet and thereby enhance its operational capability.

The modern era in IAF transport fleet began in the mid-1980s, when over 100 AN32s were inducted along with the heavy lift IL-76 aircraft.

The IAF bought 125 AN-32s, of which over 100 are still in service. The entire fleet is currently going through an upgrade programme, partly carried out

by Ukrspetsexport, Ukraine's agency. The upgraded AN-32s, with a five-ton payload capacity, have 25 modern equipment including collision avoidance and enhanced ground proximity warning systems, new satellite navigation, distance measuring equipment, upgraded radio altimeters, new radars with multi functional indicators, plus new oxygen systems and improved crew seats on board. The rest of the AN-32 fleet is being upgraded in India.

Along with the An-12 that has now been phased out, the IL-76, with 43-ton payload capacity, became the mainstay of the IAF's transport fleet for three decades now. For long, the IAF has also had few smaller transport aircraft such as the turboprop Hawker Siddeley HS748 Avro from the United Kingdom and the Dornier Do 228 from Germany, both produced under licence by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). While the IAF is ready to phase out the Avros, 56 of which are in service now, the force continues to rely on the Dornier aircraft in light transport roles.

The Defence Ministry's Acquisition Council, headed by new Defence Minister, Manohar Parrikar, is seized of the proposal to replace the 56 Avros with a new flying machine in the fleet. However, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is faced with a single-vendor situation in the May 2013 tender.

The Tata-Airbus venture has offered the C-295, a twinturboprop tactical military transport aircraft powered

by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 engine. Considering the urgent requirement for replacing the Avros, this deal seems like it would go through.

However, the foremost question that has been asked is: Is the private sector in India willing and ready to invest a huge sum of money to create the required infrastructure to develop

and manufacture a military aircraft? Another question, from the private industry, has also been the return on investments.

What's the assurance that the investment the industry makes in having the adequate capability and capacity for manufacturing military aircraft would result in profits, through a steady flow of orders.

India's dependence on foreign sources for its military hardware has resulted in the lack of indigenous capability to have a home-made transport aircraft. The Avro project is meant to plug that gap.

The US supplied the BBJs under the Foreign Military Sales

(FMS) route programme and not through the open tender system. The BBJs replaced the three ageing Boeing 737 aircraft acquired earlier on from the Indian civil aviation sector.

The BBJs augmented the four Embraer 135 Legacy Business Jets from the Brazilian manufacturer already in service with the squadron.

The next big ticket purchase

has been the six four-engine turboprop C130J Super Hercules aircraft, made in 2010, for Special Operations procured from US aerospace major LockContinued on page 21

‘EMBRAER’S PLATFORMS BEST SUITED FOR INDIAN NAVY’S MR AIRCRAFT’ GERALDO GOMES, VP, Business Development International - Embraer Defense & Security, says it is interested in the Indian Navy's Medium Range MR aircraft project (Within Line Of Sight) How has your prodata links. gramme in India with Some of the platDRDO for AEW&CS forms’ key-features progressed in 2014, are: high cruise speed considering that the and operational altisystem was to go in tude; state-of-art avifor trials and tests? onic system with HUD Embraer has deliv(Head-Up Display) ered a total of two and EVS (Enhanced EMB 145 AEW&C GERALDO GOMES Vision System); large aircraft that features and comfortable restmajor capabilities ing area with galley and lavatosuch as in-flight refuelling ry; low noise and vibration levels; system, significant increase observation window and cargo in electric and cooling capacdoor for launching SAR kit; exity and a comprehensive set of cellent vertical clearance that structural changes which will allows the installation of a large allow the installation of the radar antenna; growth potential advanced mission systems that for future operational updates. have been developed by India’s The typical setting for mission CABS (Centre for Air Borne systems is: Mission Management Systems) along with its work System; Maritime Patrol Radar; centres of DRDO. Electro-Optical / Infra-red System (EO/IR); Electronic Support MeaCould you provide details of your sures (ESM); Acoustic Processor; Maritime Reconnaissance airSelf-Protection System; Sidecraft? Are you interested in the Looking Aperture Radar (SLAR).

Indian Navy’s Medium Range MR aircraft procurement project?

In the military cargo category, what Yes, Embraer is interested in are the capabilities of the KC-390 the Indian Navy's Medium and its operational experience?

Range MR aircraft procureEmbraer KC-390 is a tactical ment project. Embraer Maritransport aircraft designed to set time Reconnaissance platforms new standards in its category, comply with missions such as while presenting the lowest lifeMaritime Patrol (MP), Search cycle cost of the market. One of and Rescue (SAR), etc. These the most important advantages platforms can fly at high speeds of the KC 390 over its competiand altitudes during surveiltors is that it is a multi-mission lance and patrol missions, reaircraft, and the very same ducing the time to react when unit can have its configuration necessary. In order to comply quickly adapted to perform a vawith SAR missions, these platriety of missions, such as cargo forms can also fly in low altitude, within the operational limits. The Embraer Maritime Reconnaissance platforms, besides sensors and mission systems, can be integrated with real time, wide band tactical communication system and BLOS (Beyond Line Of Sight) and/or WLOS

and troop transport, troop and cargo air delivery, aerial refuelling, search and rescue, medical evacuation and forest fire fighting. Currently, the programme is in the testing phase prior to the first flight, scheduled to take place in the first weeks of 2015.

After the first flight, the company will begin the certification flight test campaign. The first delivery of the KC-390 is scheduled for the second half of 2016. In May 2014, Embraer opened the hangar where the final assembly of the KC-390 military transport jet was installed, in Gavião Peixoto (SP). On the occasion, Embraer and the Brazilian Air Force signed the contract for a firm order of 28 aircraft, marking the beginning of a new phase of the project. Equipped with two V2500 turbofan engines produced by International Aero Engines, next-generation avionics, rear ramp and an advanced cargo handling and aerial delivery system, the KC-390 will have an excellent operational productivity. The KC-390 is capable of carrying up to 26 metric tons of cargo at a maximum speed of 470 knots (870 km/h), with ability to operate in austere environments, including unpaved or damaged runways. The fuselage can accommodate large loads, with access through a rear ramp.

The modern cargo handling system allows to quickly re-configure the aircraft using retractable rollers for moving cargo on pal-

lets or flat floor for transporting troops or vehicles. Different types of loads can be transported, such as pallets, vehicles, helicopters, troops (up to 80 equipped troops), paratroops (up to 66 equipped paratroops, which can jump using the lateral doors or the rear ramp), stretchers for medical evacuation (up 74 standard NATO stretchers) or mixed configurations. The aircraft can further be used as a tanker using two removable inner tanks, and has great flexibility to refuel both helicopters at low altitudes and speeds as high performance fighter aircraft at high altitudes and speeds. Piloting the aircraft is facilitated by a modern integrated avionics system and a fly-by-wire control system, which reduces the workload of pilots and increases mission efficiency.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government’s decisions – such as the 49 per cent FDI, de-licensing of military MRO and ‘Make in India’ – provide the company?

Embraer continuously monitors and assesses the offset rules and procedures in the international market, in order to compose win-win offset proposals whenever required by our customers.

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‘BOEING IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING STATE OF THE ART TECHNOLOGY’ Dennis Swanson, VP at Boeing Defense Space & Security in India, on the C-17 Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Programme (GISP) and supply of additional P-8I and Harpoon missiles to India You are on the verge of clinching the Apache and the Chinook contracts. Are agreements like CISMOA and BECA still impediments in sharing of key systems on board the two helicopters?

This is a matter between the two governments. The environment has changed considerably in the last few years.

You see more cooperation between the two governments on defence — military exercises, technology transfer, collaboration through coproduction, DTTI, the defence agreement being renewed for another 10 years.

Please tell us about the C-17 programme for the Indian Air Force, its deliveries and the GISP you have worked on for the C-17 in India?

All 10 C-17 Globemaster III airlifters have been delivered as per contract to the Indian Air Force on schedule in 2013 and 2014. With the 10 deliveries, Boeing has met its commitment of completing the contract signed in June 2011, making India the largest international operator of the C-17.

The Indian Air Force’s C-17 fleet has demonstrated an excellent record in supporting the missions the aircraft have been deployed for, and our customers have expressed satisfaction about their

operational readiness.

This has been possible due to the enhanced capabilities that Boeing’s advanced military platforms such as the C-17 provide and the focus on providing timely and affordable services and support.

Most importantly, these aircraft have performed admirably in their missions due to the highly capable airmen of the Indian Air Force. We will continue to have discussions with our customers on their requirements and ramp up our support and training Continued from page 20 heed Martin through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) route in a deal worth $1 billion.

The IAF has also decided to augment the C-130J fleet with another six of the aircraft to be based at Panagarh in West Bengal to aid operations of the newly created 17 'Mountain Strike' Corps.

Apart from its capability to carry 128 fully equipped soldiers or 92 paratroops, the aircraft is capable of both strategic and tactical roles. As part of its operations, it has already landed at the DBO advanced landing ground in Ladakh, raising the hackles of China. The strategic airlift capability of the IAF got a significant boost with the $4.1-billion purchase of 10 C-17s from Boeing in 2011, again through the FMS route.

Only one of this fleet is left to be delivered in 2015, with the

by 38 per cent providing over $3 capabilities. billion in cost avoidance. During The C-17s have been supthe same period, more ported since 2013 than 100 C-17’s and and have experienced 15 bases were added exceptionally high to the contract. C-17 mission-readiness GISP delivers readirates for a new stand ness and holds down up base, with the costs by executing an rates being among active affordability the highest amongst programme, forecast all the C-17 bases to deliver substanestablished globally. tial savings through The C-17 Globemaster III Integrated SusDENNIS SWANSON the aircraft lifecycle.

High performance at tainment Programme an affordable price is (GISP) is a perforthe primary focus of the C-17 mance-based logistics (PBL) proGISP programme. The C-17 fleet gramme that helps the Indian performs at the highest level of Air Force manage forecasting, readiness in US and internationpurchasing and material manal military airlift. From 2011 to agement for its fleet of C-17s.

2014, the total C-17 fleet MisThe C-17 GISP is a publicsion Capable Rate average was private agreement, started in over 86 per cent.

1998, where C-17 operators receive an agreed-to level of sysPlease explain how Boeing Detem readiness, as opposed to a fense’s ties with Indian firms like traditional contract for specific Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, spare parts and support services.

Bharat Electronics Limited, ElecFrom day one of C-17 optronics Corporation of India and erations, customers benefit from Dynamatic Technologies expand the GISP global support network from its purchase-order rela— this is especially important tions? due to the strategic, worldwide Boeing has been working with operations the C-17 capability suppliers in India for over two provide its users. High perfordecades in manufacturing, IT mance at an affordable price is and engineering services. Tothe primary focus of the C-17 day, there are more than GISP programme.

18 suppliers providing The C-17 fleet perparts and assemblies forms at the highest level covering comof readiness in US and international military airlift.

How is the process for supplying additional four P-8Is and Harpoon missiles to the Indian Navy advancing?

Options for four P-8I maritime surveillance and antisubmarine aircraft were included in the original P-8I contract that Boeing was awarded in January 2009.

Boeing is in active discussions

with the MoD on timing and specific requirements associated with the procurement of these additional aircraft. Any specific information regarding contract negotiations for the four additional aircraft will need to come from the MoD at this time.

Boeing is on contract to provide the Harpoon anti-ship weapon system for the Jaguar fighters of the Indian Air Force and the P-8I aircraft of the Indian Navy.

How has the recent Indian government policy of de-licensing the military MRO shaped your plans for your platforms in India?

Boeing does not have any plans on MRO in India at the present time but we continuously evaluate the requirements of our customers and work closely to offer support and services solutions that enhance the readiness and mission capability of their fleet while reducing costs per flight hour.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government’s decisions such as the 49 per cent FDI and ‘Make in India’ provide the company?

We welcome the increase in FDI limit from 26 to 49 per cent for the defence sector — it is a step in the right direction .

It broadens the envelope for India’s private industry to tieup with international Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for opportunities. We understand that on a case-tocase basis government may allow higher stake if that is in India’s interest — for cutting edge technologies, manufacturing know-how and employment generation.

The increase in FDI cap and ‘Make in India’ is definitely an opportunity for Boeing to grow our presence and partnerships in India. We knew this was the path and have been partnering with local companies and localising our presence.

for the future, with a joint Indo-Russian project for Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA), intending to have a replacement for the AN-32s that could at best serve another 10 to 15 years. To ensure, the IAF has an alternative by then, India's HAL has tied up with Russia's

UAC and Rosoboronexport for co-developing and co-producing the 15-tonne to 20-tonne twinengine MTA. It only seems from information available now that MTA could be of use for both tactical and strategic operations, with multiple roles built in.

How much participation would Boeing have in the DTTI programme, now that Ashton B Carter has taken over as US Defense Secretary and he was in his previous stint in the Pentagon and had pushed hard for the programme?

Boeing is committed to providing

state of the art technology, capability and value to our Indian customers. We continue to work closely with the US and Indian governments to identify the right technologies for joint cooperation.

In partnership with the US Air Force, the C-17 GISP virtual fleet arrangement ensures increased mission readiness by providing all C-17 customers with varied fleet sizes the benefit of access to an extensive support network for worldwide part availability and economies of scale when purchasing materials. This brings spares and support closer to the action and makes the C-17 more affordable to own and operate.

Over the 10-year period 2004 to 2013, C-17 support dollar per aircraft was reduced

rest already inducted into the IAF fleet.

The most advanced strategic heavy lift aircraft in the world today, C-17 Globemaster-III has a 75-ton lift capability and it could replace the ageing IL-76 fleet that has already been reduced to operations between Chandigarh and Thoise/Siachen.

At present, the IL-76 fleet is plagued with maintenance difficulties due to various reasons, including lack of support from the original equipment manufacturer. Hence, the IL-76 fleet's availability has come under strain.

As part of the IAF's future plans is the January 2013 selection of the Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport aircraft against Russia's Ilyushin IL78, six of which is already in the IAF's service. This selection makes India the fifth nation

modities such as aerostructures, wire harness, composites, forgings, avionics mission systems, and ground support equipment.

Since 2008, Boeing’s engagement with suppliers has increased substantially for defence aircraft such as the P-8, F/A18, F-15, and CH-47 Chinook.

Some of the work our Indian partners are delivering for Boeing is indicative of the complex manufacturing capabilities that Indian companies are capable of developing for the global market.

We continue to evaluate opportunities for capable and competitive Indian companies to become part of our global supply chain across multiple platforms as our existing ones have been doing. We are actively working global sourcing strategies that can help make Boeing more competitive around the world, in addition to building India’s aerospace capabilities and meeting our offset commitments.

committing to the A330 MRTT, following Australia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom, which together have ordered a total of 28 aircraft. The aircraft, with multiple roles capability, can be used for midair refuelling of fighters and other transport aircraft, apart from operations in high-altitude bases in Ladakh.

But, the contract negotiations for the nearly $2 billion deal for six of the A330 MRTT in the tender issued in 2010 ran into trouble due to a trivial procedural hurdle. With the Airbus standardizing its brand name, the Indian Defence Ministry had to seek legal opinion from the Law Ministry if there would be trouble if the deal is gone through after the company changed its name from Cassidian to Airbus Defence and Space from January 1, 2014.

Also, the IAF is preparing

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‘OUR PRODUCTS AND SYSTEMS GO BEYOND TODAY’S TECHNOLOGY’ RAM PRASAD, Managing Director, Rockwell Collins India, talks about Rockwell Collins advance avionics and its commitment to expand its local presence in India Please provide details of the cock-  On contract to deliver 140 pit upgrade option and CNS/ATM production aircraft that you provide for the C-130J aircraft?

What are your roles in the Rockwell Collins’ Flight2 avi- S-70B and Chinook helicopter proonics architecture has set the grammes? standard for military As the cockpit syscockpit upgrades. tems integrator, From the United Rockwell Collins States Air Force C/ provides the S-70B KC-135 Global Air with our state-ofTraffic Management the-art Avionics (GATM) modificaManagement Systion to numerous tem and integrated international C-130 communications platforms, we are the and navigation proven solution to equipment. The Smeet current and fu70B Avionics ManRAM PRASAD ture airspace requireagement System ments. More C-130 includes four highmodifications have been fitted resolution Multi-Function Diswith the Rockwell Collins solu- plays (MFD), Control Display tion than any other provider in Units (CDU), and Data Transfer the world.

Units (DTU). Furthermore, a To meet the ever-changing fifth MFD is used as the primary environment of military avia- mission display by the Tactition, our products and systems cal Systems Operator. Based on go beyond today’s technology to our common, reusable processmeet tomorrow’s requirements ing resources and open systems as well. Communication, Navi- approach, the S-70B MFD and gation, Surveillance/Air Traffic IPC provide high performance Management (CNS/ATM) man- processing for flight and misdates often require major cock- sion management functions in pit operation changes, while a modern, scalable and modular acquisition reform focuses on architecture. Additionally, our gaining benefits from the use of fully redundant, night visioncommercial off-the-shelf (COTS) compatible MFD is capable of solutions. Rockwell Collins next primary flight symbology, surgeneration Flight2 solution of veillance radar imagery, digifully integrated, militarised sys- tal map and systems informatems and applications, includ- tion. Key flight instrumentation ing CNS/ATM upgrades, can symbology has been developed be customised to meet custom- to offer improved safety during ers’ specific requirements from over-water search operations a full spectrum of controls and and night hovering. displays, information/data proThe US Army's CH-47F Chicessing and communications, nook is a multi-mission, heavynavigation, safety and surveil- lift transport helicopter that lance systems. supports the movement of perThe Rockwell Collins next sonnel, cargo and equipment generation Flight2 avionics sys- on the battlefield. Selected as tem offers a 100 per cent CNS/ the US Army's common digital ATM-compliant architecture cockpit for rotary wing transthrough 2020 with growth to port aircraft, Rockwell Collins' 2025 and includes the follow- Common Avionics Architecture ing: System (CAAS) lives the CH Developed CNS/ATM system 47F exceptional mission effecwith commercial/military tiveness with its fully integrated flight and mission management certification  Blend of certified commer- capabilities. The innovative cial/military flight manage- modular open system approach allows technology upgrades to ment functions  Over 120 international the CAAS system to be developed and affordably reused on C-130 aircraft operational

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many aircraft types, reducing overall lifecycle costs.

As India may acquire both of these aircraft, we are positioned favourably with capabilities and experience from providing avionics on these aircraft in the US and other countries.

Provide information about the software defined radios from your portfolio that you feel are suitable for the Indian Air Force?

We believe Rockwell Collins’ next generation Talon RT-8400 international software defined radio is the best answer to India’s defence networking needs.

This next generation Talon programmable radio (SDR) is the latest fully exportable Receiver-Transmitter (RT) stemming from our proven Talon advanced communication system family. Through our partnership with TATA Power SED, we can bring customized, Make in India, capabilities to India defence forces.

Rockwell Collins has supplied more than 36,000 radios to over 40 countries, on over 180 different platforms, making our radios the accepted “radio of choice” for multi-band, multi-mode communications.

The Next Generation Talon RT-8400 version is designed to meet growing requirements and conforms to the latest SDR tenets and architectures and remains interoperable with earlier Talon variants and other airborne V/UHF radio systems.

What are the specialities of the DLOS-3630 Dual Synthesiser for fighters, bombers and rotary wing aircraft?

The Rockwell Collins DLOS3630 Dual Synthesiser is designed for ES/ESM/tactical ELINT applications, using two identical frequency synthesisers to provide two separate RF outputs, LO1 and LO2, for use in a wide range of receiver applications. Each of these two frequency synthesisers can be tuned from 1 to 19 GHz with 1 MHz step sizes.

How is the IFMR-6070 useful for a rotary wing aircraft?

Fast and precise, the Rockwell Collins IFMR-6070 IFM Receiver is a VME-based wideband Instantaneous Frequency Measurement (IFM) receiver and signal processor that instantaneously receives radar signals across the entire 0.5 to 18 GHz spectrum, provide a very high probability of signal detection.

The IFMR-6070 accepts one wideband RF input and generates digital pulse descriptor words (PDWs) and Emitter Tips over a Gigabit Ethernet LAN interface.

Give us an overview of your India Design Centre’s contribution to your programmes within India?

The ongoing excellent performance of the India Design Centre is enabling Rockwell Collins to continue to grow the centre and our investment in India. Opened in 2008, the India Design Centre represents one example of Rockwell Collins’ commitment to expanding our local presence in India. It employs about 600 people, which is an increase from 400 a few years ago. We plan to continue to grow our design centre.

The India Design Centre supports many programmes of interest for Rockwell Collins. Recent examples include: the Airbus A350 on-board Information Management System; cockpit displays for military helicopters; and next-generation Flight Management System platforms. In addition, with our recent MOU with Zen Technologies, our India Design Centre is now developing the database for our jointly developed simulation solutions.

Our vision for Rockwell Collins’ India Design Centre is to support local and international governments, aerospace OEMs, and contractors with engineering design services and systems that can help customers achieve a shorter time to market, at a lower programme or project life cycle cost, with the highest quality innovative so-

lutions.

What sort of opportunities does the Indian government's decisions such as the 49 per cent FDI, delicensing of military MRO and 'Make in India' provide the company?

The FDI limit increase helps Rockwell Collins and other companies who want to invest more in India for development versus having to import directly and then work for offset credit.

In the previous arrangement with only 26 per cent FDI, it was harder to justify investing in key technologies. Now that the limit has increased, we can begin to be more assured that we will benefit from the investments, have more control of the products and manage our intellectual property more closely.

Rockwell Collins welcomes this

change and we are looking forward to even more favourable FDI changes in the future.

The Make in India directive is positive for Rockwell Collins as we continue to develop strategic partnerships with companies in India such as TATA Power SED for software defined radios and Zen Technologies for simulation and training.

We share world class technology with our partners to enhance their capabilities and develop expertise for in-country manufacturing. With open architecture products, we can enable our partners to customise products and solutions for Indian customers. In addition, we continue to expand and enhance the capabilities of our India Design Centre, contributing to our portfolio of ‘Made in India’ products.

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‘READY TO TRANSFER KEY TECHNOLOGIES’ Sergei Goreslavsky, Deputy Director General of Rosoboronexport, on various missile and radar systems which are on offer to India and on the developments made during President Putin’s December visit A year ago there was talk about your firm expanding joint development and production efforts on weaponry and military equipment along with Indian partners.

Could you tell us what you are doing in this area regarding military aviation sector?

In accordance with the DPP2013 defence procurement procedure, major purchases for the Ministry of Defence of India are now carried out in line with the ‘Make Indian, Buy Indian’ terms. We understand the importance of this step and are ready to transfer key technologies to the Indian defence industry to mutual benefit. In particular, work is underway to establish joint ammunition production and overhaul of armoured vehicles. These are the most recent examples. In the aviation area, work on the fifth generation fighter and multipurpose transport plane is continuing.

No other country will offer India such a level of technology transfer. Many highlight declarations and PR campaigns in the press are possible, but in fact there will be no equal partnership.

How has the December 2014 visit of President Putin to India helped your effort to expand presence and base here? What are the contours of this push specific to Rosoboronexport?

Of course, the military-technical cooperation issues were discussed at the meeting. Russian President pays great attention to the development of Russian-Indian relations in this area. Without going into detail, I must say that the visit has given significant impetus to the implementation of the helicopter-building, shipbuilding and armoured vehicle modernisation projects. All of them are mainly implemented via Rosoboronexport, and we favourably regard the results of the visit.

Igla-S is a key contender for India’s air defence system requirement. How is your campaign shaping up?

Yes, we are participating in this tender and expect to win, despite some differences in assessing the test results. Firings have confirmed that the Igla-1 MANPADS operational with India are significantly inferior to the Igla-S in their combat capabilities. However, they also showed the need of retraining operators, as there are differences between the systems in the aiming scheme and fire control. In our view, this is a small problem. Much more important is the fact that we are ready to carry out fullfledged technology transfer and provide comprehensive assistance in organising IglaS production in India. And, of course, in the end the Indian Army will receive an effective MANPADS. Please provide details of the Kornet EM, Pantsir-S1 and TorM2KM systems. How would these be suitable to the Indian armed forces?

All of the listed weappointed targets, TV ons may be of interand thermal imagest to the Indian miliing channels, intary. The Kornet-EM creased operational ATGM system with altitude and so on. increased firing range There are many imand a capability to provements and it engage air targets is far more capable is an advanced verthan its predecessor. sion of the Kornet-E The Tunguska-M1 is SERGEI GORESLAVSKY operational with the also participating in Indian Army and, one of the tenders. therefore, is well-known to the Let's wait for its test results. military. We have conducted a series of presentations and demIs the Bal-E coastal missile sysonstrations of the Kornet-EM tem available to India? What are and are willing to continue to the coastal radars and surveilwork in this area. As to the Torlance systems?

M2KM and Pantsir-S1 air deRosoboronexport has been offence systems, both of them are fering India the Bal-E coastal currently taking part in the relmissile system equipped with evant tenders. For example, reKh-35E missiles since 2009.

All relevant information matecently the Indian military could rials about it were delivered to ensure that the Tor-M2KM fully the Indian Ministry of Defence. complies with tender requireWe repeatedly confirmed our ments and claimed performance. willingness to carry out all the The system involved in testing necessary consultations and was placed on the Tata chassis, presentations. The ball is in the which, with the consent of the Indian court. As regards the Indian side, is proposed for use if Bal-E configuration, it includes a the Russian bid wins. The Panself-propelled command, control tsir-S1 has not yet undergone and communication post, which testing, so I will refrain from provides target designation and making any comments. I can target allocation. A built-in raonly recall that this air defence dar with precision active and missile-gun system is not only passive radar detection chanbeing actively fielded to the Rusnels enables a flexible target sian Army, but is also in great detection strategy. Provision is demand in the international made for obtaining information market. from external targeting sources.

Here again it is possible to go to Tunguska is a system that is altechnical details. But, in ready deployed with the Indian fact, Russia has no searmed forces. Could you tell us rious competitors in about Tunguska-M1 system and this kind of weapons. its specialities?

The Tunguska-M1 is actually a Is the requirement of new system. It features a fully BrahMos missile on automated process of missile the new P75I submaguidance and exchange of inforrine project an advantage mation with the command post, for the Russians, though the a new missile with increased vessels are to be built in an range and improved proximity target sensor, which increases the kill probability against pin-

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Indian shipyard now?

Yes, of course, because the BrahMos missiles can only be installed on a platform developed jointly by India and Russia.

How has the effort to have BrahMos on Su-30MKI shaped up?

What are the challenges you are overcoming in this regard?

On the request of the Indian side, Russian specialists have assisted in adapting the missiles.

All agreed work has been fully implemented and then the Indian experts continued testing on their own. If they need more help, we are ready to provide it.

Do you see the prospect of IL-76 and IL-78 regaining its market share?

Successful operation of the Il76-derived aircraft in the Indian Air Force, including from unpaved airfields, clearly points to an affirmative answer to your question. As you know, the aircraft of this family were previously manufactured in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, but at some point the plant had finally lost its competence. It was, therefore, decided to establish a new production site in Ulyanovsk on the premises of the AviastarSP production facility. Moreover, we are talking about the production of fully refurbished planes — Il-76MD-90A military transport and Il-78MK-90 tanker. To date, all production processes have been debugged and series production of military transports for the Russian Air Force has begun. These aircraft feature 70 per cent updated avionics packages, new engines

and a modified wing. In addition, as a promising topic for the dialogue, we consider upgrading of the Il-76 and Il-78 operational with the Indian Air Force. Such upgrade programmes have been developed by Russian specialists and include, among other things, re-engining, which will significantly improve the fuel efficiency of the aircraft.

What sort of opportunities do the Indian government’s decisions — such as the 49 per cent FDI, delicensing of military MRO and ‘Make in India’ — provide the company?

It is logical that such a ratio increases investment appeal, but there are still a lot of questions and some subtleties that we have to solve with our Indian partners. For example, we are very interested in the Indian Defence Ministry recommendations to attract those or other Indian companies. This would eliminate some risks, as it would give some assurance that these companies are reliable and responsible partners.

I’d like to emphasise that the “Make in India” policy is not something new and unexpected for Russia. We have a strategic level of cooperation, 50+year successful experience, and dozens of major licensed production projects, which, by the way, also involves the transfer of technology, not to mention direct joint development efforts.

Strategic partnership means a huge level of trust rather than just the fair words. We sincerely want to see India as a strong and equal partner.

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IAI MARKS DELIVERY OF THE 1000TH EHUD AACMI POD

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srael Aerospace Industries (IAI) marked delivery of its 1000th EHUD AACMI pod, an advanced Autonomous Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation Training (AACMI) System. The EHUD AACMI system is a technology enabler for LVC (Live Virtual Constructive) training, and provides a significant advance in the performance of modern joint training capabilities for air, ground and naval forces. The use of on-board systems enhances the effectiveness of live training, reduces expenses and helps increase operator familiarity with the systems.

At this year's Aero India Airshow, IAI (Hall A, Booth #A11) will present a model of the EHUD derivative,

HTS, a Helicopter Training & Safety System, intended for attack helicopters. It enriches live helicopter training by offering highvalue embedded pilot training with maximised safety features. HTS provides high-fidelity simulation for helicopter weapons and tactical flight training in a hostile environment that includes live and virtual early-warning (EW) threats.

IAI has developed a unique R-73 AACMI derivative, which has been integrated into various fighter aircraft in the Indian Air Force. Today, the Indian Air Force is one of the leading air forces using the AACMI system. The IAI AACMI R-73 configuration is the only AACMI pod available in an R-73 missile enclosure.

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The M-19HD is a true High-Definition, compact, multispectral, multi-sensor, single linereplacement unit (LRU) payload (simultaneously incorporating up to 7 sensors). The M-19HD enables continuous day/night surveillance under all weather conditions and provides outstanding acquisition ranges due to its powerful sensors, high stabilisation and unique image processing capabili-

ties. The M-19HD reduces the operator's workload and improves situational awareness by virtue of its multi-mode automatic video tracker (AVT). It also provides accurate geolocation using its embedded IMU/GPS (Inertial Measurement Unit/Global Positioning System). The system is designed to be installed onboard advanced unmanned aerial platforms such as IAI's Heron-1 and Heron TP UAVs, as well as aerostats and manned platforms, able to perform strategic missions.

‘ROLLS-ROYCE PRODUCTS ARE IDEAL FOR INDIGENOUS AIRCRAFT PROGRAMMES’ STEVEN GILLARD, Vice President, Customer Business – Defence, Rolls-Royce, on being awarded the contract for the manufacture of one of the AE 2100 engines and providing world-class support to the Indian Armed Forces the manufacture of one part You were considering licensed for this engine, which is in proproduction of the AE 2100D3 encess. Going forward, we have gine through the IAMPL facility in proposed options to the GovBengaluru. How far has this idea ernment of India that would go progressed? How is this going to significantly further in terms of contribute to your overall busiincreasing capability ness presence in India within India. and to IAMPL itself?

Our long-standing What's the powercommitment to by-the-hour contract ‘Make in India’ is system for the C-130J unique. We have planes of the Indian been undertaking liAir Force and how is it cense production in being executed at the India for nearly 60 Hindon air base? years with increasing We are providing levels of capability world-class support transfer throughout STEVEN GILLARD to the Indian Armed this time. In recent Forces. In many casyears, we have moved es, this involves Rolls-Royce beyond the license production personnel being embedded model, undertaking world class alongside the front line units at manufacturing for our global their home bases. Rolls-Royce civil customers through our is a global leader in improving International Aerospace Manaircraft availability through ufacturing Pvt Ltd. (IAMPL) services. This is an area where joint venture. The IAMPL fawe are seeking to bring global cility is now at full production best practice to India. It inemploying over 140 people and volves adopting a partnership will produce 25,000 aerospace model where both the military parts for Rolls-Royce in 2015 and industry are incentivised across a wide range of engine to succeed and which aims to programmes including for the increase time on-wing for enTrent XWB. For the AE 2100 gines, while reducing operating engine, we have been awarded costs for the customer.

Your engines power several other military aircraft in Indian armed forces services, such as the Pegasus for the Sea Harriers, Adour engines for Hawk and Jaguar...

The Indian Armed Forces rely on over 750 Rolls-Royce engines to power critical aircraft fleets, including: the Jaguar attack aircraft; the Hawk advanced jet trainer; the Sea Harrier fighter; the C-130 transport aircraft; the Embraer 145 VVIP aircraft and Airborne Early Warning and Control Aircraft; the Sea King Helicopter; and, the HS748 transport aircraft. Our portfolio in India spans proven products through to the latest new offerings with the IAF and Indian Navy (IN) considering new Rolls-Royce powered acquisitions in the coming years.

You have shown interest in the HAL-NAL programme for a transport aircraft. What are you going to do for this programme? Have you responded to the RFI for this twin-engine plane?

Rolls-Royce believes it has a number of products that are ideally suited to meeting India's indigenous civil aircraft programmes. We are excited about these opportunities and are in dialogue with our Indian partners. Given the nature of these discussions I cannot comment on specific programmes.

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MKU Pvt. Ltd., is a leading manufacturer of ballistic protection solutions for personnel and land-air-sea platforms.

MKU will be showcasing ‘Modulare Schutz Technik’ at Aero India. The German Engineered, revolutionary attachment systems, enable the armour kits to be easily deployed on the aircraft, without necessitating any modification in the structure of the platform. This unique process and technology keeps the air worthiness intact. The Patented and battle proven attachment systems allow the armour kits to be easily removed for alternate missions like rescue/transport etc. requiring full payload capacity.

Complementing the ‘ModulareSchutzTechnik’, is the 6th Generation armour protection technology developed by MKU. It uses advanced materials, and specialised manufacturing processes, to reduce the weight and thickness of armour solutions by almost 40 per cent, resulting in operational benefits like increased useful payload and endurance. Also on display at the exhibition would a range of body armour and night vision devices for aircraft pilots.

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RAFALE CONDUCTS WIDESCALE CAS AND SCAR MISSIONS Since entering service, the Dassault Aviation Rafale has found itself conducting Close Air Support (CAS) and dynamic targeting missions in Afghanistan, Libya, Mali, the Central African Republic and Iraq tiles are too close from one another to deliver more powerful weapons. Up to six GBU-12s can be carried by each Rafale, plus up to three 2,000-litre fuel drop tanks and four air-to-air Mica missiles in contested areas. The widely-used GBU-12 comprises a Paveway II kit mated to a 250kg bomb body used with laser designation in good weather. The Hammer has also turned out incredibly successful as a CAS weapon. With its rocket motor, it can be fired from standoff ranges when Rafales are still more than 60 km away from the ground troops and, thanks to its INS/GPS guidance system, it can be

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roops in contact often rely on airborne assets to provide fire support and the Rafale has routinely delivered this type of support for nearly a decade now. During CAS missions, a Forward Air Controller on the ground will guide the fighter, ensuring that fires are accurate and that friendlies are not accidentally hit. When FACs are not available, pilots revert to dynamic targeting to hit time-sensitive targets. For example, in Libya, Armée de l’Air and Aéronavale Rafales flew SCAR missions to hunt and destroy enemy forces deep inside enemy territory, or on the strategic road that runs along the Libyan coastline. SCAR missions were flown in specific geographic areas to detect attack and neutralise enemy forces and provide intelligence and immediate battle damage assessment. Similar missions are now carried out in Mali and Iraq by forward-deployed French Air Force Rafales.

Powerful and versatile weaponry The Rafale weapon’s inventory has been tailored for a wide variety of effects and missions, including CAS and dynamic targeting.

Three types of weapons are fielded by French Air Force and French Navy Rafale squadrons for CAS/dynamic targeting/SCAR scenarios: the 30M791 30-mm internal cannon, the GBU12 laser-guided bomb, and the Hammer (Highly Agile, Modular Munition Extended Range, also known in France as AASM, for Armement Air-Sol Modulaire).

The 30M791, which fires an extremely powerful 30 x 150 round, has confirmed its value on countless occasions. Each shell has nearly the same destructive and fragmentation powers as a hand grenade and the gun can ‘pump them out’ at a rate of 2,500 rounds per minute, typically firing 21 rounds in half a second only. Thanks to the ammunition’s exceptional ballistics, the 30M791 has proved remarkably accurate: it is the weapon of choice for ‘danger close’ situations, when friendlies and hos-

shot through cloud, smoke and dust, even when troops in contact are engaged in close proximity to enemy SAM systems. The Hammer fired from the Rafales offers enhanced tactical flexibility while speeding up the whole process and shortening delays in CAS missions.

The Rafale was designed for a wide range of challenging operational contexts. It has now grown into a robust CAS platform that offers unmatched detection and attack capabilities in a large variety of scenarios, as demonstrated operationally in Afghanistan, Libya, Mali, the Central African Republic and Iraq.

BAE’S COMMITMENT TOWARDS ‘MAKE IN INDIA’

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ncouraged by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to ‘Make in India’, BAE Systems’ showcase at the tenth edition of Aero India extends its ‘Make in India’ commitment to a range of platforms and technologies. Building on the success of its flagship programme in India on the Hawk advanced jet trainer, the Company’s Pavilion emphasises the continued development of Hawk’s training, performance and operational capabilities.

Marking the Company’s continued progress in partnering Bharat Electronic Limited in the country’s first ‘Make in India’ programme, Tactical Communications Systems, the pavilion will dedicate a section to the ‘Internet for the battle space’ or secure, deployable broadband voice, data and video communications systems.

India is the largest operator of the Hawk advanced jet trainer with 123 aircraft ordered to date, of which over 90 have been delivered to the Indian Air Force and the Indian Navy. The Indian Hawks in service have clocked up over 75, 000 flying hours. BAE Systems has commenced contract negotiations with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on a potential order to supply products and services for the manufacture of a further 20 Hawk aircraft.

The aircraft, to be built by HAL in Bengaluru, will fulfill the Indian Air Force’s re-

Pavilion No.OD7 and Chalet No. 18 quirement for its prestigious aerobatic team.

Developed as a highly cost-effective solution that leverages the military’s existing infrastructure and inventory, the APKWS (Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System) rocket turns a standard unguided 2.75inch (70 millimeter) rocket into a precision laser-guided rocket to give war fighters a low-cost surgical strike capability. Currently in its third year of full rate production, the APKWS rocket has been successfully demonstrated on more than a dozen fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms including AH-64 Apache, the F-16, the Bell 407, and the AH1W. Building on in-theater success by the US Marines, the APKWS rocket has been

chosen by The Kingdom of Jordan for its CASA-235 light gunship aircraft.

Chris Boardman, Managing Director, Military Air and Information, said, “We have a long history of working with industry in India.

Through our various programmes we have worked closely together to develop skills and capabilities in the Defence Industry. Our commitment to this will not change and India remains central to our future strategy.” John Brosnan, Managing Director, India and South East Asia, said, “The backdrop of ‘Make in India’ at the show, this time, makes it an excellent platform for us to strengthen existing partnerships and activate new ones.”

The Company’s show-

case this year has an array of equipment targeted towards India’s rapidly expanding military helicopter fleet. This includes the S3000 and Mission Adaptable Crew Seats (MACS).The Striker helmet-mounted display (HMD) too will be present at the Show. Now in service on the Eurofighter Typhoon, the Striker provides comfort, protection, and helmet stability for both fixed- and rotary-wing platforms such as the Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), Apache and the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH).

In addition, on display will be Broadsword SPINETM, connected electronic equipment for the clothing of armed forces, fire and rescue services, and law enforcement.

BHARAT ELECTRONICS LIMITED Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is an Indian state-owned aerospace and defence company.

BEL will showcase its key products and systems in the following major areas of its business: Electronic Warfare & Avionics, Radars, Electro Optics, Fire Control Systems, Shelters, Sonars, C4I Systems, Simulators, Communication equipment like Software Defined Radios, HF Radios & Radio Relays, and Encryptors including Terminal End Secrecy Device (TESD), IP Encryptor and Link Encryptor for Versatile Environment (LIVE).

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Topics and Sessions to be conducted at The Aero India Show 2015 Seminar Theme 19th February 2015 Timing

Session Topics

Participation/ Organiser

0900 - 0930 hrs

Inaugural

PHD, CII and FICCI

0930 – 1100 hrs

Fighter Aircraft Acquisition in India: Evaluation on Technology absorption & develop- FICCI ment benefit from Indigenous Development vs Licenced Production vs Joint Development

0900- 1030 hrs

Planning and Preparation for Future Cyber Warfare — “Role of Cyber Security in De- PHD fence, Aerospace and Civil Aviation” Session Speakers Session Chief Guest Dr. Arvind Gupta, IFS Deputy National Security Advisor, Government of India Dr. G Athithan, Outstanding Scientist, Director, Scientific Analysis Group, DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India Prof N. Balakrishnan, Professor, IISC Bangalore Mr. Daniel C. Clegg, Legal Attaché, FBI, US Embassy Presentation on- “Conducting cross-border investigations: Are technology, privacy, and public security on a collision course?”

Mr. Krishnan Jagannathan, Business Security Advisor, Security Tiger Team, IBM Emerging Markets

1030 – 1100 hrs

Tea break

1100 – 1230 hrs

DPSU’s Changing role in coming Decade: Promoting Public Private Partnership

CII

1245 – 1345 hrs

Integrating Indian Aerospace Industry into a Global Supply Chain

FICCI

1345 – 1445 hrs

Lunch Break

1445 – 1600 hrs

The Changing face of Indian Aerospace Industry: Challenges and Solutions Session Speakers Air Marshal PP Reddy*, VM Chief of Integrated Defence Staff, HQ IDS Dr. K Tamilmani, Director General - Aeronautical Systems (Aero), DRDO Mr. Vikas Manral - General Manager, SKF Aerospace, SE and ME Asia

PHD

Presentation on — “Technology Leadership In Aerospace Industry” Mr. Chris Rao*, MD, UTC-Aerospace Speaker from Raytheon Speaker from Airbus 1600 – 1700 hrs

Air Cargo Scenario in India PHD Session Speakers Mr. G Asok Kumar*, Joint Secretary (A), Ministry of Civil Aviation Mr. BB Dash*, IPS, Joint Commissioner of Security (Civil Aviation, BCAS) Mr. Sandeep Prakash, Commissioner Customs, Bangalore Mr. Hemanth DP, Chief Operating Officer-Aerospace Business, Asia Pacific Flying School, Cargo, Hub Development & Free Trade Zone, GMR Mr. Vaibhav Vohra, Director Continental Carriers Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Amber Dubey, Partner Aerospace & Defence, KPMG

20th February 2015 Timing

Session Topics

Participation/ Organiser

0900- 1030 hrs

Empowering and Incentivising Indian MSMEs in the Defence & Aerospace Sector

CII

1030 – 1100 hrs

Tea break

1100 – 1230 hrs

The effect of exclusivity for MRO based on past agreements between OEM’s and DPSU’s. FICCI How to mitigate

1245 – 1400 hrs

Utilizing Defence Offsets to create a vibrant Domestic Defence Industrial Base

1400 – 1500 hrs

Lunch Break

CII

Country Specific Round Tables 19th February 2015 Timing

Session Topics

Participation/ Organiser

1500- 1630 hrs

Indo - Israel

FICCI

Timing

Session Topics

Participation/ Organiser

1430 – 1530 hrs

Indo - UK

FICCI

20th February 2015

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