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WATCH OUT FOR THE LCA MK 1! Come 2022, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will raise the curtain on the Light Combat Aircraft Mark 1 even as a number of foreign countries show a keen interest to acquire it.

he Light Combat Aircraft was the centre of attention as HAL set 2022 as the debut date for the LCA Mark 1 at Aero India. The more advanced MK2 prototype may fly in 2023 and will have forward canards as the key differentiator. Following the completion of the final operational clearance for the LCA on February 20, 2019, Chairman of HAL R Madhavan announced today that the LCA will now speed up its delivery schedule. There are now indications that the delivery schedules of LCA trainer too will be expedited. The LCA is a threedecade-old programme but now the weaponised MK1 version is ready to be mass-produced. This will test HAL production capabilities. “LCA is 60 per cent indigenous and 30 per cent of its manufacturing including some mainframe and fuselage parts are now outsourced,” Madhavan said. HAL Chairman also said that some countries had shown interest in importing LCA and although he did not name the countries, he said they were

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participating in Aero India 2019. Malaysia and the UAE are believed to have shown interest in the LCA Mark 1 and relevant authorities from both countries have made extended visits to the LCA facilities in Bangalore. In fact, Madhavan has openly talked about following “the Israeli model” where HAL will manufacture products not only for domestic needs but also for global markets. Sources told GEOPOLITICS that a new assembly line may

be funded for augmenting the delivery schedule. Besides, with three new programmes HAL showcased its future priorities at Aero India 2019. The naval advance light helicopter with a folding boom and folding rotors will allow this chopper to do service with smaller ships in the Indian Navy and thus increase its utility. Said HAL Chairman R Madhavan, “The ability to have folding rotors and boom allow the helicopter to fit into a more

flexible role and thus increase its availability as a weapons platform for the Navy.” The other major development of the HAL is a new simulator that HAL is showcasing at the air show. HAL's Supersonic Omni Role Trainer Aircraft (SPORT) simulator will allow for real time pilot training and situational combat assessment and training. The artificial intelligence component of the simulator allows for advance training to be integrated online.

The Artificial Intelligence aspect of the Simulator points to future augmented reality capabilities. HAL will also announce the induction of the Light Utility Helicopter, a multi role transport helicopter weighing just 3000 kilos. Chairman Madhavan pointed out, “The delivery schedule of the light utility helicopter and all relevant system tests are progressing well and the helicopter should make its debut.” HAL Chairman said that the financial position of the company had improved on the back of payments coming in for past projects and the 2019 defence budget. He also said that the order book with a mix of deliveries going forward for IAF, Army and Navy was robust. In the shadow of the tragic Mirage 2000 air crash earlier this month in Bangalore, HAL is clearly positioning itself for the future with a slew of new projects. HAL’s Chairman said that the court of inquiry was doing its job and he would not comment on speculation about the cause of the Mirage 2000 crash. — Ninad D Sheth

France in aggressive marketing push at Aero India

he boom that accompanies the afterburners as the Rafale fighter jet does multiple rolls and goes into a steep climb is an excellent metaphor for French presence at the air show. The Rafale CEO underlined this presence by firmly rebutting that there was any scandal in the deal and asserting that it was keen to sell more aircrafts should the Indian government want to enhance the fleet. “100 Rafales would be a nice number,” he said. Rafale is also looking to sale its naval version

for the Indian Navy. MBDA, the missile company, displayed at the air show the under-development next generation meteor missile with a reported range of 130 kilometres that will arm the Rafale. Rafale and MBDA are not alone. Companies like Thales, aircraft engine maker SAFRAN and a host of smaller companies make up the French presence. These include Aérocampus Aquitaine, Aerometals & Alloys, Air Liquide, Axon' Cable among others. The French presence at

Aero India underlies the strong presence of a maintained and after sales defence ecosystem. The French are thus selling India not just major weapon systems; they are also providing back-up services and the whole defence infrastructure, including a lucrative spare parts business and the emerging business of electronic warfare equipment and artificial intelligence enabled systems. The French government has a large dedicated stall that Continued on page 3

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helps with government-togovernment as well as private commercial companies seeking advice. In fact, with 49 exhibits, France is the biggest exhibitor at Aero India. With nine aircraft present including three Rafale, France has brought Dassault Falcon 2000S, an Airbus A330900, an Airbus C295 and Airbus H135 and H145 helicopters. It has got the most number of aircraft among foreign countries at the air show. Ambassador of France Alexandre Ziegler, and

Lieutenant-General Thierry Carlier, Director for International Development of the Defence Procurement Agency (DGA), representing the Minister for the Armed Forces, also visited Aero India during the course of the show. French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS) has 15 members that already have factories in India, said an officer of the association who elaborated that this number could go up to 25 in three years. Safran helicopter engines announced today a tie up with Maini precision products to

manufacture helicopter parts of the French company for the worldwide market. The increased presence at the show also underlines France’s growing heft as a weapons exporter; only the US and Russia export more weapons. In India, France is the fourth largest weapons exporter after US, Russia and Israel. Over the next ten years it is estimated that India will import $30 billion of weapons from France – main systems include aircrafts, submarines and missiles. — Ninad D Sheth

Saab expands ties with Indian aerospace firms for Gripen aerostructures

aab has taken another im- ful co-operation we have estab- for automotive, aeronautic, portant step forward to lished over several years with hydraulic and security applicaexpand its footprint and aero- CIM Tools and Sansera can tions at various locations in Inspace ecosystem in India by be further developed for the dia and Europe. Dynamatic is signing new Memorandums Gripen fighter. The MoU with firmly established as one of the of Understanding (MoUs) with Dynamatic has the potential to leading private aerospace comthree of the country’s leading further develop our ecosystem panies in India, with a wide aerospace manufacturers; Dy- for commercial aerostructures range of capabilities including namatic Technologies Limited, as well as Gripen,” noted Lars complex structural assembly, CIM Tools Private Limited and Jensen, Managing Director and detailed parts manufacturing and engineering services. Sansera Engineering Private Head of Saab Aerostructures. CIM Tools Private LimCollaboration and knowlLimited. The MoUs with CIM Tools edge-sharing are the keys to ited is well-established as one and Sansera expand the ex- success when building a suc- of India’s leading aerospace manufacturing comisting working repanies, providing lationships with components, detailed Saab on commercial parts and sub-assemaerostructures to blies for aerospace the Gripen fighter primes worldwide. and other defenceCIM Tools has exrelated products in perienced continuthe Saab portfolio. ous business growth The MoU with Dythanks to its dedinamatic is a startcated owners and ing point to explore skilled workforce. future joint opportuSansera Enginities in commercial neering Limited has and defence-related its roots in the auaerostructures work, including Gripen. tomotive industry Saab signs MoUs with three of the country's aerospace “Saab’s Aero- manufacturers: Dynamatics Technologies Limited, CIM Tools providing highly efstructures business Private Limited and Sansera Engineering Private Limited ficient manufacturunit has had a sucing and engineering cessful relationship of forged and mawith CIM Tools and Sansera cessful indigenous aerospace chined components to prime for several years. Based on ecosystem. The new MoUs global automotive companies. that experience we see these announced today will enable In 2010, using its knowledge two companies can add great Saab to work with these In- of efficient and automated value to our Gripen ‘Make in dian companies to establish manufacturing, Sansera startIndia’ offer,” said Mats Palm- an indigenous, efficient, tailored production of aerospace berg, VP Industrial Partner- made manufacturing system components for leading comships and Head of Gripen for that will develop, deliver and panies in the aerospace sector. India. “The MoU with Dyna- support state-of-the-art Gripen With swift skills development matic adds the capabilities of fighters in India for the Indian and investment in facilities complex airframe assembly to Air Force. and equipment, Sansera conDynamatic Technologies tinues to grow as a part of InSaab’s ‘Make in India’ offer for Limited designs and builds dia’s aerospace manufacturing Gripen,” continued Palmberg. products industry. “I am pleased that the fruit- highly-engineered

IOFB develops new generation export-ready assault rifle

t a time when the Indian Army is in dire need of a brand-new assault rifle capable of firing LRDLOS (Long Range Direct Line of Sight) rounds, the Indian Ordnance Factory Board (IOFB) is finally ready with a battle-worthy product. The new automatic assault rifle which can fire the 7.62 X 51mm ammunition has passed all trials in all-weather conditions and is finally on the verge of operational readiness, Vivek C. Verma, Secretary, Indian Ordnance Factory Board, told Geopolitics. Speaking on the sidelines of Aero India-2019 in Bengaluru, he revealed that the much-awaited weapon was finally ready to be massproduced if the Indian Army opted for it. The breakthrough reportedly came after a project management team constituted by the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, re-evaluated and re-assessed the weapon through repeated trials in all weather conditions after some recent setbacks. Verma also confirmed that more than 30 prototypes of the new rifle were ready for user trials by the Indian Army. OFB has already started receiving pilot orders for the assault rifle from foreign clients for testing of samples. The new weapon which will be of modular design, is capable of firing 7.62 X 51mm rounds upto an effective range of 400 metres and can be customised with the addition of an UnderBarrel Grenade Launcher (UBGL) and optical/infrared night scopes. The indigenously developed weapon is more powerful than the Russian made AK-103 rifle which fires the 7.62mm X 39mm ammunition. The 7.62 X 51mm ammunition has reportedly more penetration power when compared to the 7.62mm X 39mm rounds. On the steps being taken by the OFB towards indigenisation and exports, Verma stated that since the last couple of years, the governing board has been continuously assessing the export potential

of new weapons that were being developed in-house with indigenous technology. With more thrust on R&D initiatives, the OFB has also been successful in highquality barrels for artillery guns. BAE systems recently placed an order with the OFB for the manufacture of artillery barrels. Recent efforts towards designing better quality Mine Protected Vehicles (MPVs) have also reportedly proved to be fruitful in terms of highquality armour and the first three prototypes were ready for testing, Verma confirmed. While referring to the massive boost to R&D under the incumbent government, he said that almost 23 per cent of OFB’s total output was currently being yielded through R&D initiatives.

The Dhanush artillery gun system has also got the bulk production clearance from the Ministry of Defence recently. More, with the implementation of cuttingedge technology and with increasing thrust on productivity of manpower, the OFB has also been successful in reducing the price of its products in the last few years. The price reduction has ranged between 4-5 per cent per annum on an average. “Our costs are not going to be very high. Moreover, we have an expensive infrastructure for production. At some pockets, we must focus on modernisation. We are very competitive in the markets wherever we are exporting. The potential is tremendous,” Verma added. — Amartya Sinha

Boeing to accelerate growth in Indian defence sector P

resenting its strategy and plans for ‘Make in India’, Boeing offered advanced capabilities to the Indian armed forces at Aero India 2019. At the core of its strategy is Boeing’s public-private partnership with HAL and Mahindra, expected to produce next generation F/A-18 Super Hornet fighters in an entirely new ‘factory-of-the-future’ in India, delivering performance, affordability, and indigenisation for Indian customers. The partnership will create jobs, industrial capacity and a globally competitive Indian supply chain. The world’s largest aerospace company is competing with others to sell the multirole fighter F/A-18 to the Indian Navy and the Indian Air

ing footprint in India which competitive cost structure. The Force. is delivering exceptional opP-8I and C-17 operated by the In addition, Boeing laid out erational capability and readiIndian Navy and Indian Air its future defence plans in Inness for current platforms at a Force have high mission readidia proposing the KC-46A aerness rates of ial refueler, AH85 per cent, as 64E Apache a result of this attack helicopcommitment. ter, additional For the P-8 long-range soon-to-be-inmaritime reconducted AH-64E naissance and Apaches (July) anti-submarine and CH-47F(I) aircraft, and C h i n o o k s the twin-en(March), the gine Airborne first batch of InEarly Warning dian Air Force and Control pilots have been (AEW&C) aircraft. H C Tiwari u n d e r g o i n g Left to right: Sunil Velagapudi, president (acting), Boeing India; Thomas training in the Boeing also Breckenridge, VP, International Sales, Strike, Surveillance and Mobility, Boeing highlighted its Defense, Space & Security (BDS); David Koopersmith, VP & GM, Vertical Lift, BDS United States. also growing ser- and Michael Koch, Vice President, Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), India Boeing plans to estabvices, sustain- at the Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet ‘Make in India’ press conference at Aero India, lish rotorcraft ment and train- Bengaluru.

training and support capabilities in India as deliveries commence this year. Boeing also shared its success on ‘Make in India’, highlighting the contributions of its 160+ suppliers that provide parts and assemblies covering aerostructures, wire harness, composites, forgings, avionics mission systems, and ground support equipment for some of Boeing’s most advanced defence platforms. Last year, it bought Indian aerospace products worth one billion US dollars. In this context it highlighted the deliveries of the first batch of AH-64 Apache fuselages by Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited, its joint venture with Tata Advanced Systems Limited, which is the sole-producer of fuselages globally.

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ARMY CHIEF TESTS BOEING AH-64E APACHE HEAVY ATTACK DEMONSTRATOR wide range of conditions. The Heavy Attack Demonstrator is the only high-fidelity, full-flight simulator accredited for training of Apache attack helicopter aircrews. Army Chief of Staff General Bipin Rawat experienced the demonstrator at Aero India, in the General Bipin Rawat testing the AH-64E Apache Heavy presence of senior Attack Demonstrator at the Boeing stall in Aero India Boeing Defence executives David Kooperhe AH-64 Apache Heavy smith, Vice President, Vertical Attack Demonstrator is a Lift; Jeff Shockey, Vice Presicenterpiece of Boeing’s Apache dent, Global Sales and Martraining. The high-fidelity flight keting; Dennis Swanson, Vice simulator is used by pilots and President, International Sales; crews to practice aircraft proMichael Koch, Vice President, cedures and rehearse missions. Boeing Defense, Space & SecuThe demonstrator is containerrity in India; and Brad Roundized and deployable, allowing ing, Vertical Lift, Global Sales & in-theater training under a

Marketing. Boeing is showcasing a full flight and mission simulator of the AH-64 Apache, at Aero India 2019, which provides customers with an insight into basic flight operations, target ID & tracking, weapons engagement, network centric operations, cognitive decision aiding, instrument flight (IMC/ IFR) and manned-unmanned teaming. Boeing provides ongoing maintenance and support of AH-64 training devices, including upgrades that keep the trainers concurrent with the software and technology of the real helicopter. Boeing offers a range of training for AH-64 Apache maintenance technicians and maintenance test pilots, including hardware-based training aids and interactive virtual trainers.

Bharat Forge, AMG Partners collaborate for ‘Make in India’

o tap into a potential Indian Navy requirement for the Japanese ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft, Mahindra Defence has partnered with Japanese firm ShinMaywa Industries for a greater role in the programme. A new partnership in world-class manufacturing operations in India was announced between Bharat Forge and AMG Partners, USA. This new collaboration has been formed to invest in new and advanced technologies in

potential spheres of the Defence and Aerospace domains. AMG Partners and Bharat Forge will work to identify global advanced manufacturing technologies for the purpose of joint development, licensing and world-class manufacturing operations in India. “We are excited about our collaboration with AMG Partners and look forward to investing in and bringing advanced manufacturing of Aerospace and Defence technologies in

India. We are looking forward to contributing to the ‘Make in India’ initiative of our Prime Minister,” said Rajinder Singh Bhatia, President & CEO (Defence & Aerospace), Bharat Forge Limited. AMG Partners Founder Shirish Pareek said: “I have been very impressed with the vision of Bharat Forge and their focus on being an advanced defence manufacturing leader. We are honoured to be supporting them.”

BrahMos official honoured with Russian MoD medal

he Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation honoured Praveen Pathak, Chief General Manager (Mkt. Promotion & Export) & Corporate IT HoD, BrahMos Aerospace, with a State Order signed by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for his invaluable contribution in strengthening defence cooperation between India and Russia. Pathak, who has been associated with the highly prestigious BrahMos supersonic

cruise missile programme since its inception, has been awarded with the medal of Ministry of Defence (MoD) of the Russian Federation under a Presidential decree signed on September 4, 2018. As the marketing head of the BrahMos JV project, Pathak has contributed to make BrahMos a globallyreckoned missile system. BrahMos Aerospace has established its leadership position among worldwide cruise missile makers.

HAL places order with Thales

industan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), seeking to boost the tactical capabilities of the Indian armed forces, has awarded Thales a contract to supply 135 2.75-inch

(70-mm) rocket launchers. Thales’s rocket launchers are suitable for use on both light and combat helicopters. As a key differentiator for stateof-the-art helicopters and combat aircraft, they provide an excellent fit with the requirements of the Indian

armed forces. The Indian armed forces are involved in a wide range of deployments in remote theatres, conducting operations beyond the scope of traditional homeland defence. For this reason, they need to round out their available resources with a view to boosting their tactical capability. Thales’s 2.75-inch (70mm) rocket launchers are produced using composite material, making them an average of 50 per cent lighter than metal launchers, and eliminating corrosion issues. They offer best-in-class precision and reliability, providing crews with optimum support during missions. The solution to be supplied by Thales includes four 2.75-inch (70-mm) 12tube rocket launchers, plus fire control capability and

the T100 sighting system, as supplied under previous orders (more than 80 Advanced Light Helicopters have already been equipped with the solution). The huge range of 2.75-inch (70-mm) munitions available for use with the launchers, from conventional rockets to Thales’s laser-guided variant, encompasses a broad spectrum of the missions facing today’s armed forces. “This new collaboration between Thales and HAL in the field of air-launched weaponry opens up new opportunities for the supply of equipment to the Indian armed forces, and consolidates Thales’s position in the Indian market. With this, helicopter crews will see a significant improvement in their tactical capabilities during missions,” said Emmanuel de Roquefeuil, VP and Country Director, Thales in India.

BEL LAUNCHES ATMOSPHERIC WATER GENERATOR

avratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) unveiled its new product, the Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG), an innovative solution to meet the everincreasing need for drinking water worldwide, at Aero India 2019. General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff, inaugurated the Atmospheric Water Generator in the presence of Gowtama M V, CMD, Directors and other senior officers of BEL. BEL's Atmospheric Water Generator employs a novel technology to extract water from the humidity present in the atmosphere and purify it. It uses heat exchange for condensing the atmospheric moisture to produce pure, safe and clean potable water. The AWG comes with a Mineralisation Unit, which is used to add minerals which are required to make the water potable. The AWG is configurable in static and mobile (vehicular) versions and is available in 30 litres/day, 100 litres/day, 500 litres/day and 1,000 litres/day capacities. The Atmospheric Water Generator can be used to provide drinking water in com-

General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff, inaugurating the BEL Atmospheric Water Generator in the presence of Gowtama M V, CMD, Directors and other senior officers of BEL, at Aero India

munity centres and public places like healthcare centres, schools, colleges, offices, railway stations, bus stands, airports, sea ports, off-shore oil rigs, military establishments, remote field areas and remote establishments and residential complexes. The Atmospheric Water Generator is being manufactured by BEL in collaboration with CSIR-IICT and MAITHRI, a start-up company based in Hyderabad. BEL has, as part of the Government of India's Start-up India Initiative, been extending its support to startup companies.

Bharat Forge signs MoU with BEL

harat Forge Limited and Navratna defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) entered into MoU at Aero India 2019. The MoU is signed between the two for strategic co-operation in the field of Defence and Aerospace products/systems to jointly capitalise on the emerging opportunities in the domestic market, leveraging the policy initiatives of the Indian Government such as ‘Make in India’. The MoU will also enable both Bharat Forge and BEL to make joint efforts to seize the opportunities available in the global markets for export of defence products/systems produced by the individual companies or jointly developed and produced by the two companies, leveraging on the Export Promotion Policy of the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. BEL has expertise in the design, development, engineering and manufacture of Radar and Weapon Systems, NCS and Com-

munications systems, Electronic Warfare and Avionics, Naval Systems, Electro-optics products, Tank Electronics and Gun Systems, Satcom Systems, Home-

land Security and Smart City solutions, Strategic Components and select civilian products. Rajinder Singh Bhatia, President and CEO (Defence & Aerospace), Bharat Forge and Anandi Ramalingam, Director (Marketing), BEL signed the MoU documents in the presence of Baba Kalyani, Chairman and Managing Director, Bharat Forge and Gowtama M V, CMD, BEL.

ZUPPA unveils first-ever UTM system

ree Sai Aerotech Innovations Pvt Ltd (SSAI), also known as Zuppa – a company into fully integrated design-tomanufacture of embedded electronics used in Drones, Vehicle Telematics, ADAS and precision agriculture – unveiled India’s first and only ‘Made in India’ Unmanned Traffic Monitoring System (UTM) at the Aero India 2019. UTMs are electronic systems that are used to monitor and track flights of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones and form a critical link in the process of on-boarding the currently illegal and unregulated drones into the regulatory framework formulated by regulators. This is the first step in creating a ‘Made in India’ drone ecosystem to counter the risks from estimated five lakh, mostly China-made, illegal drones

in India. The lack of a regulatory framework for drone use in India between 2014 and 2018 since the DGCA ban of October 2014 has been effectively exploited by the Chinese to populate 5,00,000 unregulated and illegal drones in India. “There are multitudes of possible ways that unregulated drones may cause security threat and disruptions in India if we don’t come up with indigenous, affordable drone and counter-drone technologies and develop manufacturing capabilities with policy and regulatory support. Zuppa’s UTM is the first step for creating a “Made in India” drone ecosystem to monitor, regulate and onboard the huge population of illegal, Chinese drones operating in India,” says Sai Pattabiram, CEO and Founder of Sree Sai Aerotech Innovations.

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“The P-8I has demonstrated an excellent record” Boeing has been supporting the Indian Navy with spares and services. MICHAEL KOCH, Acting Managing Director, Boeing Defense India and Vice President, India, Boeing Defense, Space & Security details how the P-8I has been at the forefront of search and rescue operations in the Indian Ocean region. What has the Indian Navy’s feedback been with regards to the P-8I? When will the additional four options be delivered to the Indian Navy? The P-8I has demonstrated an excellent record in supporting the missions it has been deployed for, and the forces have expressed satisfaction about their operational readiness. The additional four P-8Is for the Indian Navy are on-schedule and will begin deliveries by 2020. In addition to its combat and surveillance missions, the P-8I has been at the forefront of search and rescue operations in the Indian Ocean region– the most recent being the rescue of Indian Navy officer, Commander Abhilash Tomy. The P-8I successfully spotted the officer and his disabled yacht, photographed the yacht using Electro Optical/ Infrared (EO/IR) technology and sent it to Indian Navy headquarters through satellite telecommunications companyInmarsat that helped the officer’s rescue. How is Boeing supporting the Indian Navy P-8I fleet in terms of services, spares etc.? Boeing supports India’s P-8I fleet by providing spares,

ground support equipment and field service representative support. Boeing’s integrated logistics support has enabled the highest state of fleet readiness at the lowest possible cost. Boeing received a threeyear contract to support the Indian Navy’s P-8I fleet to achieve enhanced operational capability and readiness. Boeing was recently awarded a contract for a training centre to support the P-8I fleet. Can you tell us something about the contract? What facilities will be developed as part of this support contract? A 60,000 square feet Training Support & Data Handling (TSDH) centre will be set up at INS Rajali, with a secondary centre at INS Kochi as part of the contract. The TSDH at INS Rajali will comprise of an operational flight trainer, a weapons tactics trainer, an ordnance load trainer, a virtual maintenance trainer, a data management and training console, five electronic aircrew classroom and an electronic maintenance classroom. The center at INS Kochi will comprise of a virtual maintenance trainer and two electronic maintenance classrooms. Boeing will

also provide all associated courseware to support training activities at the center. Apart from the P-8I, is Boeing offering any other platform to India that is capable of ISR activity? Boeing Defense, Space & Security has a large portfolio of products and services that are perfect fit for the Indian armed forces mission requirements. We are committed to providing the most capable and advanced products that are the perfect match of mission readiness and unmatched operational capability. What is unique as far as your Scan Eagle offer to Indian Navy for its requirement for UAS? How do you think Scan Eagle can complement the existing capabilities of the Indian Navy? The Scan Eagle genesis is that of being a maritime UAS solution. Unlike other OEM systems, it hasn’t been adapted from a land-based system hence the overall solution is based on being operated on a small boat. Scan Eagle has in excess of 43,000 hours of ship board missions behind it. Coupled with Scan Eagle’s long endurance and equipped with the Vidar payload as seen

during the recent Unmanned Warrior exercise in the United Kingdom, it is the ideal UAS solution to support Indian Navy requirements. What are the capabilities of Integrator to do maritime ISR operations? Will this be available to the Indian Navy or Coast Guard? The Integrator platform is a large UAS platform offered by Insitu and is similar to the US Navy Program of Record (POR) RQ-21A Blackjack UAS platform. The Integrator’s core strength is its ability to support multiple payloads operating simultaneously without compromising endurance. Leveraging current engine, avionics and composite

technology developments, the Integrator platform supports a wide range of capabilities and supports the inclusion of indigenously designed payloads. Integrator has been designed with the future in mind, enabling future expansion of capabilities. Both our ScanEagle and Integrator platforms will be made available to both the Indian Navy, Army Aviation Corps and Indian Coast Guard. Similarly, to other maritime users globally, one size does not always fit all. So, any recommendations of systems we make will be based on the operational imperatives and the platforms from which they will be based from. We don’t believe that one size fits all.

The Indian Air Force and MBDA: A lasting successful partnership M

BDA has been delivering battle-winning capabilities to the Indian Air Force and collaborating with Indian industry for over 50 years. Throughout this history, there have been two guiding principles: to provide the very best technologies to the Indian Air Force, and to work in true partnership in support of the Indian Defence Industry. Fitting perfectly with our longterm strategy is the ‘Make in India’ programme, to which we are fully committed. The Indian Air Force is receiving the ramjet powered and network-enabled Meteor beyond visual range air-to-air missile from MBDA. This next generation missile is widely recognised as a game changer for air combat, and will provide the Indian Air Force with an unrivalled air dominance capability. Key to this is Meteor’s throttleable ramjet engine, active radar seeker and datalink that combine to provide unmatched end-game speed and manoeuvrability at greatly extended ranges, resulting in its all-important ‘No-Escape Zone’ being more than three times greater than any other existing or planned BVR weapons. Other examples of

technological edge equipping the Indian Air Force include the MICA and ASRAAM within visual range (or dogfighting) missiles. MICA is the only missile in the world featuring two interoperable seekers (active radar and imaging infrared) to cover the spectrum from close-in dogfight to long beyond visual

versions also makes MICA highly countermeasure resistant and therefore highly effective ASRAAM is providing the IAF’s Jaguar fleet with a step-change in air combat performance. With its large rocket motor and clean aerodynamic design, ASRAAM has unrivalled speed

India’s Jaguar bombers, giving them unrivalled self-protection ability and enhanced ability to penetrate hostile airspace. These and other technologies make the Indian Armed Forces a proud equal to any modern force in the world. Industrial partnership is of equal importance though, given

range. Its ability to fly out to BVR in passive mode before the seeker locks on in the final stages of the end game has earned it the nickname “silent killer” as the target has little time to react or to deploy effective countermeasures. Possessing both infrared and radar-guided

and resultant aerodynamic manoeuvrability and range. ASRAAM gives it a high kinematic capability that delivers superior end-game performance for within visual range air combat. MBDA’s ASRAAM missiles are significantly enhancing the battle capability

the importance of sovereign industrial defence capability. MBDA has been assisting the development of sovereign Indian missile industry, both public and private, for over 50 years. Partnerships MBDA has formed with Indian industry have seen over 40,000 missiles of

the MILAN family produced in India – a noteworthy and ongoing success. Indian industry is now supplying key components for both MICA and ASRAAM missiles. MBDA continues to deepen its relationship with Indian industry, as seen by the recent formation of a joint venture with long-standing partner Larsen & Toubro to deliver a series of important missile programmes under the Make in India category. The Mistral ATAM system has been successfully integrated on the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) and final integration is being done on the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH). Utilisation of the Mistral missile on India’s helicopter platforms also provides a bridge to their use in a ground based VSHORAD role, where the missile is fully compliant with India’s requirements and outperforms the capabilities of its rivals. MBDA has an excellent track record providing both operational and industrial capabilities in partnership with the Indian Air Force and Indian Defence Industry. The strength of these two pillars make it a long-term true partnership, and one that should only continue to get stronger.

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“Rossell champions ‘Make-in-India’ and pushes India brand building through its finish and finesse” In a short span of five years, Rossell Techsys has been able to establish confidence in major aerospace manufacturers, says PRABHAT KUMAR BHAGVANDAS, CEO, Rossell Techsys (Division of Rossell India Ltd) and bagged contracts. What made Rossell Techsys enter the defence arena? The vision of the promoters and the executive leadership resulted in the formation of Rossell Techsys and entry into the defence arena in 2011. Rishab, one of the promoters, is passionate about Aerospace and is an avid aviation fan. His vision was to build a company that has a reputation as a preferred partner for global OEMs. The strategy chosen was to enter into the core competency areas of Build-to-Print and Build-toSpecifications, with expertise in Electronic Systems Test Equipment, Interconnect Systems, and after-market support. What have been the important contracts that the company has bagged since its entry in the defence arena? In a short span of five years, Rossell Techsys was able to establish confidence in major aerospace manufacturers and bagged contracts for manufacture of Interconnect Systems and Electrical Panel Assemblies for a wide range of Boeing defence platforms such as F-18, F-15, Chinook CH47, Tanker KC46, Osprey V22, Apache AH64 and P8I. Other key clients include Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems and

Thales. In addition, Rossell Techsys has designed and manufactured multiple Test Equipment, qualified Line Replacement Units (LRUs) and airworthy avionic systems for Indian customers like HAL, BEL, ADA, NAL, and the IAF. Please elaborate on the recent achievement of delivery of 15,000th shipment of wire harnesses and 500th shipment of electrical panel assemblies for Boeing’s AH-64 Apache and how challenging was it to meet this requirement? Rossell Techsys celebrated this outstanding achievement in October 2018. One of the significant aspects of this achievement was maintenance of highest standards for quality and delivery per the criteria set by Boeing. We have been either at Gold or at Silver ratings all along. The achievement could not be possible without the operational hygiene that the company has established, either through multiple Management System Certifications like AS 9100 for Aerospace Quality Management System, Environment Management System ISO 14001, Risk Management Systems complying with ISO 31000, Occupational Health and

Safety Management System 45001, or through global best practices of manufacturing like Lean Management and ‘do it right the first time’ principles. These actions resulted in winning multiple awards that include the Boeing ‘Supplier of the year’ award in 2015 and the ‘Supplier Excellence’ award by American Helicopter Society in 2018, to name a few. Is Rossell Techsys now looking to partner for Indian aerospace and defence programmes with DRDO and DPSUs? The key difference between global aerospace and defence establishments and the Indian A&D industry is that the latter is yet to recognise the ‘preferred partner’ concept, which facilitates significantly enhanced value. Rossell is always open to supporting Indian aerospace entities such as DRDO, HAL, etc. to cater to Indian aerospace and defence programmes based on a strong value proposition. Having said this, Rossell Techsys has been supporting Indian defence establishments like IAF, HAL and BEL to whatever extent possible in a business paradigm that is focussed on least price rather than value. Has the company benefited in any way from the ‘Make in India’

initiative? Rossell has always been a champion of the ‘Make-inIndia’ vision and has been pushing through India brand building through its high levels of finish and finesse that has been appreciated by all its global customers. We believe that for India to be a brand synonymous with the A&D industry, continuous improvements in Finish, Finesse and Reliability is an absolutely must. Rossell Techsys has set up a state-of-the-art infrastructure in its core business that is now synonymous with best-in-class facility. It provides the ‘wow’ factor in the industry. Rossell Techsys is also a significant contributor to the ‘Skill India’ initiative, through its Rossell School of Learning. Young diploma engineers are provided with specialist training in aerospace industry with stipend duly sponsored by Rossell Techsys. Job assurances are based on performance during the training course. At Rossell, many young students realise their dream of working in a world-class environment with exposure to best global practices, best of facilities, infrastructure and high caliber colleagues. How

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finalisation of defence contracts for companies such as Rossell Techsys – so as to make the required investments in human resources and tooling to compete for offset work? It is absolutely essential for economic viability. Rossell makes its investments only when there is confidence in the contract materialising with realistic timelines. Else the stakes are too high for sustained viability. What is the outlook for Rossell Techsys in 2019 and order book position? Rossell Techsys has plans to move into its own campus being constructed in the Aerospace Park in Bangalore. Headcount increases shall be commensurate with business growth, but is expected to be in the range of 500 to 600 in the next 18 months. The company has multiple-year contracts with key customers. Does the company intend to diversify into other defence sector markets? Yes. The company intends to actively pursue opportunities in the A&D sector markets across the world spanning the US, Australia, EU, Israel and the UK. The company also would like to expand its base in the Indian A&D sector.

Saab RBS15 Missile System: The Winner’s Choice Saab has extensive experience in developing world-leading systems for the global market, and the anti-ship missile RBS15 Mk3 is no exception.

owards the end of the 1960s, antiship missiles significantly enhanced the ability of smaller vessels to combat larger vessels at a longer range and with greater effect. Anti-ship missile systems underwent a paradigm shift during this time until the end of the 1980s, with rapid technological development and broader utilisation of weapons systems. This period also saw an abundance of missiles launched in conflicts such as the Falklands War and in the Persian Gulf. In 1979, Saab received an order from FMV for the development and manufacture of an anti-ship missile system- later dubbed RBS15. Development of the system progressed at a steady pace and within 10 years it was ready for integration in naval, land and air platforms. Owing to its capabilities and performance, the latest version of the system, RBS15 Mk3, is a world-leader in the market and is employed by several armed forces across the globe. "In many ways, the RBS15 has been developed to satisfy Swedish requirements in Swedish conditions," says Ola Rignell, Chairman and Managing Director, Saab India Technologies. “The system is tailored to scrupulously provide Swedish

units with maximum capability and accomplishes this well by virtue of its very long range, large warhead, and intelligent and robust capabilities able to cope with all weather conditions. This means the system can be installed aboard relatively small Swedish vessels and on trucks, and the airborne version of RBS15 can be carried by the Gripen fighter." Continuous Development of the RBS15 Family At present, RBS15 Mk3 is fully developed and in operational service with several customers. The system has evolved considerably and its performance outshines anything the older generation was able to offer by an appreciable margin. The system has a range way beyond 200 km, the capacity to attack land targets and vessels in port, as well as a wealth of other improved and expanded functions. The technological development taking place at Saab within the field of missile technology is resulting in a multitude of new capabilities which can be utilised by future clients and customers. Saab has also laboured intensively in developing the next generation of coastal defence missile systems, something in which many

nations have shown considerable interest. Today, Saab invests heavily in areas such as innovative materials, algorithms, and signal processing to name a few. This is done with the intent of retaining a strong position on the cutting-edge of technology. “Our RBS15 missile system has proven potential to meet the existing and future requirements of all branches within the Indian Armed Forces. Saab sees the RBS15 Mk3 as an excellent complement to already existing BrahMos systems, in such a way that it will provide enhanced flexibility at a much lower life-cycle cost”, concluded Rignell. Recently, Saab presented the latest addition to the rosterthe long-range missile solution, RBS15 Gungnir. Designed to dominate the littoral environment, Gungnir can also operate effectively in blue water and on land. RBS15 Gungnir, utilising the RBS15 Mk4 antiship missile, is the next generation of the RBS15 family. More than just an

anti-ship missile, Gungnir is a solution that can integrate with aircraft, ships and trucks. With smarter autonomous technology, RBS15 Gungnir guarantees precision. The solution also offers advanced decision support and the ability to discriminate and engage

targets in more complex scenarios than ever before in the most adverse weather. RBS15 Gungnir offers the capabilities of the future. The Gungnir has a range of over 300 km of seaskimming flight, all-weather capability, and an improved radar target seeker.

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Su-35 Multirole Supermaneuverable Fighter Mission The Su-35 multirole supermaneuverable fighter is designed to gain air superiority and destroy air, ground and surface targets at considerable distances from home bases, in an intense

enemy ECM and counter-fire environment, in any weather, day or night. The Su-35 is capable of effectively accomplishing the following missions: protection the country's airspace through long patrols at considerable distances from the home base; repelling enemy air attacks and protection of installations from air attacks; striking against air, ground, air defense and sea targets, vital government and military administration, logistics and communications

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facilities, as well as battlefield air interdiction and aerial reconnaissance.

perception of information, which increases the pilot effectiveness in combat.

Equipment The Su-35’s avionics suite is based on open architecture using multiplex data

Armament  Air-to-air missiles;  Air-to-ground missiles;  Guided bombs;  Aviation bombs;  Unguided rockets. Effective engagement of air, ground and surface targets is achieved through the use of modern radar, optical locating station and helmet targeting system, high target approach accuracy, employment of guided weapons with active and passive radar, laser and TV guidance systems.

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Highlights  Round-the-clock and allweather capability;  Versatility, high flight safety and survivability;  Supermaneuverability;  Independent stationing and operation capability;  Reduced radar signature;  Capability of controlling a group of aircraft outside the radar field;  Extended combat air patrols (up to 10 hours with one in-flight refueling);  Capability to effectively engage air, ground and sea targets at large distances from home bases using a wide range of airborne weapons.

exchange links and includes: an information management system, sighting/navigation/ control radar system, an optical locating station, as well as communications, monitoring, recording and EW equipment. The aircraft’s radar can detect air targets with RCS – 3 m² at a distance of 350-km. Its flight controls are highly ergonomic while indication on widescreen color displays coupled with a helmet-mounted targeting system provides convenient

V Micronics is into indigenous development and manufacturing of radio frequency or microwave absorbers, RF Anechoic Chambers or Non Echo Chambers & EMI EMC Chambers for the requirement of aerospace, defence, research and telecom organisations for Indian and other users of our products all around the world. We have supplied Microwave Anechoic Chamber to organization like Indian Space Research Organisation, Defence Research and Development Organisation, Indian Air Force, Bharat Electronics Limited, National Institutes of Technology, Indian Institutes of Technology, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering & Research, Astra Microwave Products Ltd & Aviatech Enterprises etc. We are also regularly exporting our products to country like USA, Brazil, Poland and Turkey. We are an ISO 9001:2015 taking utmost care of maintaining highest quality of our products and services. JV Micronics manufacture products as

per internationally accepted standards as per IEEE, MIL standard, CISPER, ANSI, EN etc. Testing and commissioning of the turn key projects is our specialty. We have test-labs for testing our products as per international standards like NRL 8093, Serial No. 1, 2 & 3 along with NRL

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VIP and Surveillance Jets: Embraer contributes towards the enhancement of India's security W

ith a growing presence on the global market, Embraer Defense & Security products and services are present in more than 60 countries. Almost 20 years ago the company started to explore opportunities in India that led to sales of VIP Jets and Surveillance Jets to the government.

Legacy 600 Back in 2000, the Ministry of Defense was looking for VIP jets to replace the venerable HS-748 Avros that were operated by the Air HQ Communication Squadron, Palam Air Base, in New Delhi. Embraer offered its Legacy 600, an aircraft in which high speed, generous cabin, great comfort, low operational cost, high reliability and superb safety come together to form the best value. IAF signed a contract for four aircraft in 2003. The jets were delivered in 2005 and are in operation since then, intensively flying authorities and foreign dignitaries. One Legacy 600 was also acquired by the Border Security Force to serve Home Ministry authorities. The aircraft was delivered in 2005 and has been providing a good service in the last 14 years. EMB 145 ISR Family The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) aircraft family are all derived from the platform of the ERJ 145

regional jet, which is one of today’s most successful airplanes, with more than 1,100 delivered and 20 million accumulated flight hours. The Indian Air Force operates three EMB 145 AEW&C. India’s EMB 145 AEW&C has important capabilities, such as an in-flight refueling system, a significantly greater electrical and refrigeration capacity, and a set of structural changes that allow the installation of advanced mission systems that were developed by India’s Centre for Air Borne Systems – (CABS), in conjunction with the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO). With a perfect blend of efficiency and economics, the airplanes of the EMB 145 ISR family are versatile and reliable. Its main mission is to detect, track, and identify targets within its patrol area, and to transmit that information to friendly forces, so as to supply them with a precise and ample vision of the field of operations.

Embraer also offers its newest products to the Indian Government Phenoms 100 & 300 A large set of products allows Embraer to provide the ideal aircraft for any kind of mission. Designed for high utilization and availability, the Phenom 100 MEPT is a capable platform to support all multi-engine pilot training tasks with singlepilot workload philosophy, low

operating costs, observer seat and military communication. It has been the multi-engine training tool of choice of renowned training institutes on the civilian and defense sectors. The Phenom 300 MEDEVAC is an excellent solution derived

from the Phenom 300 aircraft with modifications to make it suitable for medical evacuation services. There are a number of Phenom 100 and Phenom 300 operating in India in the private sector and, as expected, those two small jets can also be very attractive for government utilization, replacing with advantage small turboprops.

New Praetors 500 & 600 Embraer launched in 2018 the new Praetor 500 midsize and Praetor 600, the only midsize and super-midsize business jets with full fly-by-wire technology

and active turbulence reduction, introducing unprecedented range into their categories. The Praetor 600 will be the farthest-flying super-midsize business jet, which allows nonstop flights between London

aircraft, and one productionconforming Praetor 500 in its maturity campaign. The Praetor 600 is expected to be certified and enter service in the second quarter of 2019, followed by the Praetor 500 in the third quarter of 2019.

and New York. The Praetor 500 will be the fastest midsize aircraft, capable of reaching Europe from the west coast of the U.S. with a single stop. With four passengers and NBAA IFR Reserves, the Praetor 600 will have an intercontinental range of 3,900 nautical miles (7,223 km) and the Praetor 500 will lead the midsize class with a continental range of 3,250 nautical miles (6,019 km). The Praetor jets are currently under development with two Praetor 600 prototypes in flight tests as well as one production-conforming

New KC-390 Tactical Military Airlift Embraer KC-390 is a tactical transport aircraft designed to set new standards in its category while presenting the lowest life-cycle cost of the market. The KC-390 made its first flight in 2015 and got the Initial Operational Capability (IOC) status in 2018. The KC-390 is currently being prepared for the induction in the Brazilian Air Force (FAB) in 2019. The KC-390 may become an interesting alternative to fulfil Indian Air Force needs. The new airlift features state-of-the-art systems such as integrated digital cockpit, fly-by-wire control systems with active sidesticks, break-by-wire, OBBIGS, health monitoring, and prediction system. It is able to perform a multitude of missions such as transport and deployment of cargo and troops, air-to-air refueling (as tanker and as receiver), medical evacuation, search & rescue and aerial firefighting, night and day, all weather, operating from unpaved runways. The flight test campaign has achieved nearly 2,000 flight hours to date.

CONTROP: Transforming homeland security systems

ONTROP provides some of the most innovative solutions for surveillance and reconnaissance activities used in the world today and CONTROP products are operationally proven in many of the most challenging security and defence programs worldwide. Following are the prominent products manufactured by the prestigious corporation which will be displayed at Aero India-2019.

i-Sky- 50 The iSky-50HD was uniquely developed for the challenging and often turbulent aerial environment to provide solutions for most medium and long-range aerial surveillance platforms. Features include a continuous optical zoom lens in the day (or high definitionHD) and thermal imaging (SD/ HD) cameras, gyro-stabilized gimbals and multi sensor options including Eyesafe Laser Range Finder (ELRF) and/or Laser Pointer, all of which provide outstanding capabilities. The iSky systems can be installed on helicopters, fixed wing aircraft and unmanned aerial systems (UAS), and may be integrated with the platforms’ systems. The payload system includes three channels: a continuous zoom HD day channel, a continuous zoom HD thermal

channel, and a SWIR spotter. Additional optional features include an Eyesafe Laser Range Finder (ELRF) and/or Laser Pointer. The systems include superb gyro-stabilization, real-time image enhancement features, built-in INS, and automatic video tracker. All of the CONTROP iSky day/night camera payloads have an easy interface to radar and other mission systems for slewing the EO/IR camera to the detected target. Ideal for manned or unmanned airborne platforms, all of the iSky systems include real-time Image Enhancement Features, built in INS, automatic target tracking and are successfully operated, fully integrated and deployed by Search and Rescue (SAR), Border Surveillance, Law Enforcement, Special Operations, Maritime Patrol and Force Protection Units around the world.

SPEED-ER The SPEED-ER Land-Based Ultra-Long-Range Observation System including SWIR camera, Day zoom camera and spotter, FOX Thermal Imaging Cameras and Land-Based EO/ IR gyro-stabilized gimbal. The SPEED-ER, first-of-itskind superb gyro-stabilized, land-based, ultra-long-range observation system. SPEEDER’s 3 channels – Visible,

Thermal and SWIR (ShortWave Infrared)– ensure sharp, clear and stabilized pictures. The SWIR provides

missions including coastal and border surveillance. The SPEED-ER can be used for the following applications:

outstanding images, even in conditions of haze, dust, rain or high humidity, and at any hour of the day or night. This capability makes SPEEDER unique in the industry, and ideal for diverse and challenging applications and

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Land Borders Surveillance. Coastlines Surveillance. Vessel Traffic Services(VTS). Long Range Air Defense.

SIGHT At Aero - India Controp will present the SIGHT-HD, a

specialized targeting EO/IR payload for Remote Weapons Stations (RWSs) and Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs). The SIGHT-HD is a gyrostabilized payload that was developed specially to withstand extreme environmental conditions, facilitating mid-to-long range target acquisition, day and night, for mobile and stationary applications. When installed on AFVs, it is ideal for a wide range of applications, such as border surveillance, perimeter protection of sensitive installations, force protection, route clearance and more. At just 13kg, the low-weight payload is easily installed on any type of vehicle or weapon station. The SIGHT-HD includes a high-performance Thermal Imaging (TI) camera using a 3-5µ cooled IR detector with a continuous zoom lens; High Definition (HD) Colour Day camera with a continuous zoom lens; and an Eyesafe Laser Range Finder (ELRF), all integrated into an all-in-one Line Replacement Unit (LRU). The advanced image processing features include local AGC on the TI and Day cameras; Video Enhancement; Automatic Video Tracker and Picture-inPicture (PIP). A Laser Pointer, Control Unit (CU) and Digital Video Recorder (DVR) are also available as optional add-ons.

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SPIKE Family: Airborne Multi Purpose, precise, tactical missiles

NEW CAPABILITIES ENHANCE HERON UAS FAMILY

t Aero India 2019, Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is presenting the SPIKE Family of MultiPurpose, Multi-Purpose, precise, tactical missiles. With more than 30,000 sold and 5000 fired around the world, the SPIKE Family consists of missiles suited for land, air and sea platforms, multiple ranges and a variety of targets. The missiles in this family have sophisticated electrooptic CCD or IIR sensors for day/night all-weather operation, as well as a tandem warhead. The SPIKE missiles are operational and combat proven in many air forces around the world; among them Germany, Italy, Holland, Spain, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovenia, the UK, the Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Peru, Colombia, Singapore, the Philippines, South Korea and more. Their lofted trajectories enable 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. At Aero India Rafael is focusing on the SPIKE ER and the SPIKE MR for helicopter application. The Spike-ER is an

extended-range, multipurpose anti-armor missile system designed for mounting on various platforms, including helicopters, fast boats and combat vehicles. It can also be dismounted to a ground position and fitted onto a tripod. Spike-ER is capable of defeating tanks at a range of up to 8 kilometers. Spike-ER features a day or day/night seeker, tandem warhead, and retains the dual operation modes of Spike – Fire-and-Forget, as well as Fire-and-Observe and Update. This enables the gunner to switch between targets after launch, avoid friendly fire, conduct surveillance/damage assessment and attack hidden targets. Spike-ER additionally features a Fire and Steer mode, in which the gunner can launch the missile without pre-locking onto the target and manually steer it to the target (LOAL). SPIKE-MR – Precision Missile Systems for Infantry, Special Forces and Combat Vehicles Spike-MR is a lightweight, 4th generation missile with a high hit probability against stationary and moving targets provided by a state-of-the-art CCD/IIR seeker, advanced tracker and precision guidance system. Spike-MR operates in Fire and Forget mode with autonomous medium-range target engagement up to 2500m.

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e, Optimized Electrotech Pvt Ltd, are an Indian Electro-Optics company making Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured (IDDM) Surveillance systems. Our long-distance surveillance system can detect a human being from 20 km, and identify a person from more than 1 km. Our team is building highend Electro-Optic surveillance systems for Strategic and Commercial buyers. These products are researched and proven at India's most discerning clients for land and aerospace applications. Our Product is a ruggedized Surveillance system for Long Range Surveillance and other mission critical situations. This surveillance system provides high contrast images for post processing and analyzing from daybreak to nightfall and will automatically adjust to the varying light conditions to provide crisp images even in Low Light

VISIT AT E-1.11 conditions. The system exhibits unique features such as Friend or Foe Detection, Long Range Identification and Narrow Field among others. Friend or Foe detection enables military and civilian air traffic control interrogation systems to identify aircraft, vehicles or forces as friendly and to determine their bearing and range from the interrogator. Long range Identification and Narrow field of View makes our product an outstanding tool for observing cross border traffic, and critical infrastructure surveillance.

s a family of unmanned Aircraft systems (UAS) the Heron brand comprises the Heron TP, two variants of Heron I, configured for maritime and land operations, and the new variant - T Heron (Tactical Heron) The drone family shares ground segments, common systems, and mission payloads, enabling users to perform numerous missions, consolidate training, qualification, maintenance and logistics. IAI continue to evolve the Heron family, introducing new mission payloads and capabilities.

Long Runner - Remote Operations Remote autonomous operation from forward locations is a unique new capability available with Heron I and Heron TP. This function enables operators to land a Heron at any airstrip within its range, without prior preparations or on-site instrumentation. Once landed the aircraft can be refueled, change payloads if necessary, and take off, all by remote control Using satellite com munications (SATCOM). Furthermore, an aircraft based at such remote location can be launched on a mission from without human support. To autonomously land at a given location the Heron would survey the location, monitor the weather condition and wind direction, and autonomously plan its approach. It will transmit this plan to the operator for permission and once such permission is granted, will descend to the final approach. Once upon touchdown it slows, and taxi to the designated parking spot it allocated from the air. When full shutdown is necessary it is performed by the remote operator, who can also start-up the aircraft. Local support is necessary only in refueling." Mission Operational and Intelligence Center (MOIC) Long Runner functionality enables centralized management of multiple UAS missions from a single Mission Operational and Intelligence Center (MOIC). Instead of using separate ground control station for each platform, MOIC gathers numerous platforms, payloads and datalinks that utilizes a fleet of UAS in the most efficient and responsive way. The center’s modular layout utilizes multiple mission operation cells supporting individual platforms, along

with mission command, exploitation and C2 cells. The center shares mission trainers, SATCOM and support facilities and maintains a data storage center. By centralizing and automating operations MOIC optimizes mission flow, from the planning and preparation phase, through mission command and control, to monitoring mission performance and data analysis of real-time and archived raw and processed information and debriefing. By combining MOIC and Long Runner users can optimize UAS deployments, operating individual platforms from locations at or near

their theatre of operation, thus dedicating most of the flight hours to useful operational missions, rather than transit in and out of the area of interest.

Innovative Universal Control The latest workstation for Heron operators is the Innovative Universal Control Station (iUCS), an advanced multi-tasking system enabling operators to ‘fly the mission’, while the computer automatically ‘flies the platform’. iUCS conforms to NATO STANAG 4586 ED-2 and links to the specific platform through a Vehicle Specific Module (VSM) server. This way every ground station can seamlessly control all Heron family members. This method simplifies operator training and qualification, as it allocates many tasks to series of computer enabled functions. This process improves mission reliability, by preventing common human errors and enables users to focus on the essential missions. Handling emergencies, loss contact or recovery are

also activated with a click of a button. As a remotely piloted autonomous aircraft all the functions of the Heron are remotely controlled. iUCS comprises a video wall and a touch screen tablet controller used for planning and interface with the system. Stick and hand grip are used for mission payload control. With iUCS a drone operator can perform self-test, taxi and takeoff on a mission, all with a few clicks of a button. While airborne the operator can perform specific mission segments loaded to the system. iUCS fully supports the Heron’s wideband datalink and stores all sensors data for the entire flight, thus enabling situational analysis while the system continues to scan other targets with other sensors. iUCS automatically performs specific functions through the mission, such as change detection, revisit points of interest, or maintain a flight path through predefined corridors to obtain predefined overlap etc.

Ready for Emergency Response While the Heron primary mission is military, these assets can rapidly be assigned to civilian roles, for example, responding to natural disasters or other emergencies. In such circumstances the Heron provides rapid situational assessment and real-time monitoring of the disaster area, delivering live video, motion detection and rapid assessment of the locations that need the most urgent assistance. With large payload capacity and long endurance, the Heron can establish emergency communications services covering large areas, and link back to national, international and satellite networks. Furthermore, it can use cellular communications scanners to locate people trapped in collapsed buildings or isolated in flooded areas, by detecting their mobile phones. Maritime Herons are particularly useful in response to emergencies at sea, providing rapid situation assessment, constant monitoring of the affected area, or use multispectral imaging techniques to assess environmental damage, when tracing oil spills and pollutions. To further support first responders the Heron can be equipped with direct messaging capability, enabling users to receive automatic alerts direct from the drone. Such alerts can include text, image or video.

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AMPL- Make in India Initiative

stra Microwave Products Pvt. (AMPL) Ltd, a Public listed company based at Hyderabad, India, has been spearheading the Design, Development and Manufacturing of RF and Microwave components, Super components, Systems and related technologies to Space and Defence sectors. Over the years, Astra Microwave Products Ltd, has risen to the demands of the strategic electronics market with a capacity to rapidly absorb new technological breakthrough with a strong and committed in-house R&D team. This has in turn enhanced the capability to deal with a growing market with ever changing technological requirements. The major capabilities and contributions to the state of the art Active Phased Array Radar systems to the Defence & Space segments has been in the Devel-

opment and Automated mass manufacturing of Antenna Arrays, Transmit-Receive Modules, Exciters-Receivers etc., Sensing the need of Fabless Semiconductor Design Centre, along with Backend processing of the wafers for Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits (MMIC), AMPL has established the comprehensive facility and has been able to turnout a chain of MMIC components indigenously. An export wing of the company Aelius Semiconductors Pte. Ltd (Aelius) has started functioning from Singapore. Astra Microwave has already been manufacturing sub-systems for many foreign organizations under the Offset Program. Starting work with Built to Print basis, Astra has also been given some opportunities to products on Built to Specifications. As they have already been delivering high end

Sukhoi-35 fighter-bomber

n the tactical level 21st century battlefield, a supersonic fighter-bomber which can engage multiple ground and aerial targets simultaneously is considered one of the prime lifelines for executing offensive operations against the enemy through shoot and scoot operations. The Su-35 is designed for intercepting and destroying all classes of aerial targets in ranged and close-air engagements, fighting for air superiority as well as hitting ground and sea-surface targets including troops and ground infrastructure covered by anti-aircraft weapons and located at a considerable distance from its base airfield. The aircraft is a version of the Su-27 fighter that has been deeply modernized to achieve a significant increase in its combat effectiveness against aerial, ground, and sea-surface targets. The design of the Su-35 incorporates the most successful engineering concepts that previously tested well on the Su-27/Su30 family of airplanes. The jet combines the qualities of a modern fighter like supermanoeuvrability, superior active and passive acquisition aids, high supersonic speed and long range, capability of managing battle group actions, etc and a good tactical airplane with wide range of weapons that can be carried, modern multi-channel electronic warfare system, reduced radar signature and high combat survivability. The high combat effectiveness of the Su-35 airplane is achieved through its: • Ability to operate independently, in a group of airplanes or as part of a battle group controlled from an aerial, groundbased or ship-based command centre. • Single integrated information-management system providing

intellectual support to the pilot, which maintains communication and coordination between the crew and avionics equipment. • Covert attacks on radioemitting aerial targets at mid- and long-range. • Attacks on ground and sea-surface targets with guided high-precision missiles without entering air-defence zones.

• High target-tracking stability. • Simultaneous air-toair and air-to surface operations. The most important difference between the Su35 and other ‘4+’ generation fighters in its class is its fifthgeneration avionics. The Irbis-E radar station with rotating phased antenna array designed by the V. Tikhomirov Research Institute of Instrumentation provides for the assured detection and acquisition of typical aerial targets at a range of up to 200 km (up to 170 km against ground background), and in a narrower field of view- up to 350-400 km. The Irbis-E is able to track up to 30 targets at a time and guide missiles at 8 of them without an interruption in airspace surveillance. The radar control system also provides for the selective acquisition of moving ground targets and cueing for low-level missions. All this makes the Su-35 one of the formidable and frontline tactical fighter-bombers in the 21st century theatre-level battlefield.

modules in high quantity meeting the quality and delivery benchmarks and this combined with their strong presence in the Indian market, makes the company ideally poised to go on further and become a strong player in the IDDM, Buy and Make Indian category of Defense Procurements. AMPL has posed itself as the design and/or manufacturing partner for foreign OEM’s looking to Make their Products in India and supplying to the swiftly increasing demands of defense forces in India for modern equipment’s. With offsets taking a backseat in the Policy domain of the Government of India and the present Government policy of ‘Make in India’, many of the future defense procurements are expected to move in this direction. The Hyderabad based firm is therefore well placed in positioning itself as a partner for manufacturing

strategic electronics for major foreign OEM’s that are eyeing the high capital spending of the Indian Armed Forces. Moving on in this direction, AMPL has formed a JV company along with Rafael, Israel for the tactical Communication Products and has been registered as the Astra Rafael Communications Ltd. (ARC), Hyderabad. AMPL has expanded its operations to Bangalore with focus on the Radar systems. It has created Planar Near Field Antenna Test Facility for testing the Active Electronically scanned Array Radars. AMPL has an office in Delhi to work on the futuristic requirements of the Indian Ministry of Defense, eyeing opportunities to produce smaller defense systems in collaboration with foreign equipment manufacturers. The company has invested heavily into infrastructure and has been supporting the Defense

Research Development Organization, Indian Space Research Organization and the Defense Public Sector Units for Strategic Electronics that form part of Radar Systems, Electronic Warfare Systems, Telemetry Systems and Satellite Systems. Having worked in various programs of Indian Defence, supplying strategic electronics in the form of sub-systems and components, the company is already working in the high technology domain. The company believes that with their technological ability on the sub-system level combined with the expertise of foreign OEM’s, they can support the requirements of the Indian Armed Forces under the Make in India program. It is only logical then, that Astra Microwave poses themselves as an ideal partner to Foreign OEM’s for “Making their products In India”.

SECAN: Revolutionising aerospace since the last 70 years

ECAN based in France (Paris area) is your partner of choice for thermal management solutions for OEM, retrofit and upgrade on military and commercial programs. SECAN draws on its 70 years of experience to design, manufacture and support: Heat exchangers, tubular/plate and fin compact cores (light alloy, stainless steel, nickel, inconel), for aerospace and ground applications in commercial and military industries (air conditioning, utility and electronic cooling, engine oil/ fuel exchanger); Environment Conditioning Systems for military trainers, business jets,

helicopters and military vehicles; Vapor cycle air conditioning & cooling systems for aerospace and ground applications in commercial and military industries; Cold plates for electronics cooling; Special Processes: Aerospace sheet metal work; Non Destructive Tests Surface & Heat treatments; TIG and Spot welding; Vacuum and

VISIT AT AB-2.19Q Salt bath brazing Services; Approved Repair station for heat exchangers and vapor cycle air conditioning systems. Approvals: ISO9001, EN 9100, EASA PART 21G, EASA PART 145, 14 CFR PART 145, TCCA CAR 573, FRA145 & FRA21 (in progress), NADCAP.

PulseR, Ruggedized Solutions P ulseR, LLC. (formerly Pulse Electronics Military & Aerospace / Specialty Products) is a WorldClass Manufacturer with 70 years’ experience supplying catalog and custom magnetic components to the military, commercial aerospace, manned, unmanned space, high-reliability industrial, medical, transportation and power-grid infrastructure markets around the world. The company was originally founded as Technitrol in 1947 and produces parts that are D.S.C.C qualified products listed for MILPRF-27, MIL-PRF-21038, MIL-PRF-83531 & MILPRF-83532 magnetic devices. PulseR’s experienced engineering teams, offer cutting-edge technical solutions and manufacturing expertise which provide comprehensive production

at AS9100D certified facilities located both domestically and off shore. PulseR offers complete design sup-

port and qualification testing services to meet your demanding requirements. SMT Common Mode Chokes – Self Leaded Inter Connection SLIC Series

PulseR Ruggedized Common Mode Chokes provide wide range of inductance and impedance values. Parts are designed for

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storage and operating temperatures of -55°C to +130°C. High isolation of 1500VAC rms. Parts have been qualified to meet the Vibration and Shock requirements of MIL-PRF-27. They are available with a Sn63/Pb37 or RoHS compliant Sn100 finish on leads. The SLIC series use ruggedized high temperature headers suitable for surface mounting to Printed Circuit Board assemblies. Cores are securely bonded to the headers allowing parts to meet MIL-PRF-27 environmental requirements. PulseR offers shielded drum core inductors and planar transformers incorporating ruggedized PCB mounting clips that have superior performance in applications with shock and vibration requirements. space

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MiG-35D Two-seat multifunctional frontline fighter Mission The MiG-35/35D multifunctional frontline fighter/twoseat multifunctional frontline fighter is designed to engage air targets in any weather, day or night, and destroy moving and fixed ground (surface) targets. Along with combat missions, the MiG-35D facilitates training of flying personnel in flying and using the MiG-35. The MiG-35/35D can effectively conduct such missions as combat air patrol, air target interception and destruction, striking against surface (ground) targets, air support of troops and landing forces, battlefield air interdiction and aerial reconnaissance. Equipment The MiG-35/35D carries modern targeting and navigation system, quad-redundant fly-bywire flight control system, radar and optical locating stations, helmet-mounted targeting/display system, communications and selfdefense equipment, cockpit instrumentation and other aids that working together provide high flight safety, effective use of weapons, as well as handling of navigation and training tasks.

Armament The MiG-35/35D is equipped with short- and mediumrange air-to-air missiles, airto-surface missiles, guided aerial bombs, unguided rockets and bombs, and an internal gun. Owing to a wide range of weapons coupled with its

excellent flight performance, the MiG-35/35D offers high combat effectiveness.

Main benefits • Round-the-clock and allweather capability; • High fighter and attack mission capability; • High flight safety and combat survivability; • Capabilities for group action and control of fighters in a group; • High level of maintainability.

ZETATEK

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ounded in the year 1990, the Zetatek name has grown into a group of highly reputed companies in the field of manufacturing & testing over the last 3 decades. The Zetatek group is endowed with a vast array of competencies catering to a variety of Defence, Aerospace, Nuclear and Automobile industry requirements. The Zetatek group has supplied numerous indigenous chambers to public and private sectors and exported to select countries. A pioneer in environmental testing in India, engaged in continuous technology development. The Zetatek group has been instrumental in many state of the art installations in India such as Hardware in the loop facilities (HILS), High precision centrifuges,

Large 6 DOF servo hydraulic earthquake simulators and several high tech systems belonging to the niche and advanced technology sector. Owing to the vast experience in a variety of fields, the Zetatek group has been able to successfully setup a complete QA/QT lab, meeting Defence & Aerospace standards with advanced equipment such as Vibration systems, Motion simulators, Environmental test chambers, Shock and bump test systems, Electronic test benches among others. Its development of core competencies in design and engineering of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems is being further explored. The Zetatek group is stepping into a period of exponential growth with bigger

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facilities, better equipment and emphasis in indigenisation, to meet the rapidly increasing demand of Indian Defence and Aerospace. The Zetatek group has an established name in global business development and has highly skilled technical support for products from different companies around the world. Some of these products & services are:  Motion Simulators  Vibration & Shock testing  MEMS Sensors  Electro-optical testing  Transit Cases  Electrical & Mechanical Test Benches

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lkay is a leading source for critical electronic components, besides providing discrete solutions for design & development of RF & Microwave systems. Over last 26 years, Elkay has successfully established our global presence through our offices in USA, Europe, Singapore and India, having entered into strategic partnerships with global manufacturers of electronic and electromechanical components. Today Elkay is recognized as one of the leading sources for components in Electromechanical Systems, RF & Microwave, Frequency Control Products, Navigational Systems & Surveillance, Spreading its marketing arm far and wide, the group services powerful market segments in India, like Military & Space Electronics,

Avionics, Aerospace, Telecommunications, Industrial and Automotive. Our value-added Design-in and System Integration services, we provide discrete systems by utilizing a variety of techniques helping our customers right thru design & development of prototypes of RF and microwave systems, embedded hardware and software, enclosures and system integration.

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December 2012, Government approval for Joint Venture accorded. n In April 2018 at DEFEXPO Chennai, MoU signed between Space Era and JSC KRET in the presence of Secretary (Defence Production). n In August 2018 at ARMY 2018 Moscow, Agreement signed between Space Era and JSC KRET. n In October 2018, completed MRO facilities at Aerospace Park, Adibatla including helipad, hangar, bonded warehouse, industrial production and repair facilities.

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Suite simulation facility created in 2018. maintenance for Mi-series of helicopters & Russian origin avionics, on-board equipment, radars and EW systems. n Manufacture, upgrade and overhaul of EW systems for rotary wing and fixed wing platforms. n Manufacture of critical Su-30MKI spares and other Russian origin platforms to meet requirements of Defence Forces and HAL. n Complex

First “Make in India” Joint Venture of Ananth Technologies Ltd. Hyderabad, India &

Concern Radio-Electronic Technologies, Russia Under the “Make in India” Initiative of Government of India

FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT

Registered Office Dr. Subba Rao Pavuluri, Director Mr. Konstantin Bocharov, Director Space Era Materials and Processes Pvt Ltd Ananth Info Park , Plot No 39, HiTech City, Phase – II Madhapur, Hyderabad – 500 081

MRO Facility Plot No.2, Aerospace Park, Adibatla, Ibrahimpatnam Mandal, Hyderabad – 501 510, India

Tel:+91-40-6615 6615; Fax:+91-40-6615 6531 Email: subbarao@spaceera.in; info@spaceera.in, Web Site: www.spaceera.in

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ALPHA DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES

SHOWCASING NEW PRODUCTS, TECHNOLOGIES DURING AERO-INDIA Alpha Design Technologies along with its new Promoters Adani Defence Systems and Technologies Limited are showcasing large number of projects/products/technologies in their Stalls (Hall B2.52.7) and Adani’s stall Hall B3.8A/3.11B). Ø Medium Altitude High Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Hermes 450 & 900 (through JVC between Adani & Elbit) Ø Mini Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Mini-UAV) Skylark for Army (undergoing User Trials at Ladakh) and Sky Striker for Exports (through JVC between ADTL and Elbit). Ø Thermal Imager Fire Control System (TIFCS) for T-72 tanks and Thermal Imager Stand Alone Kit (TISK) for BMP-II Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICV). Ø New version of TIFCS for BMP-II which is fitted on a Dummy BMP-II ICV. Ø Advanced and Long Range LORROS (Long Range Reconnaissance and Observation System) already in service with Army and BSF and improved version of LORROS with Remote – controlled Pan & Tilt Mechanism for usage in High Altitude & Border Areas. Ø New version of low weight Hand Held Thermal Imager Sight with combined Day/Night Sight, Eye Safe Laser Range Finder and GPS. Ø Laser Target Designators for Army and Air Force. Ø Software Defined Radios (SDR) for Army and IAF in various configurations – Hand Held, Manpack, AFV (Tank) and Airborne versions with full interoperability. Ø RF Seeker for Missiles to find/seek targets and to ensure hitting of the same. Ø Large number of EW modules/sub-units for EW, ESM & ECCM Systems. Ø SPACE: ISRO’s IRNS (i) which is the first medium sized Satellite made by Indian Production

IRNSS Spacecraft Indian Navigation Satellite

Organisation and is now “up in the sky above”! Also showcasing large number (more than 1000 No’s) Satellite Ground Receiving Terminals manufactured by ADTL, integrated, installed at all the Nine States of North East, SAARC Countries, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, etc. Our foray into Rocket Science is also exhibited. Ø ADTL’s subsidiary Company, Alpha-Tocol is manufacturing high end airframe portions, such as Ailerons/Flaperons /Engine Mounts for more than 100 Su30 Mk 1 which have been inducted by IAF after productionisation

through HAL Nasik. Ø Also showcased are the Rear Fuselage assembly for LCA Mk II fighter aircrafts, which will be part of 80 LCA Mk II fighter Aircrafts through HAL. Ø Simulators for Mi-17V5 Helicopter and MiG-29 Upgrade. Ø Upgradation of Mi-17V5 Helicopter and Cheetah and its applicability to Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), Light Utility Helicopter (LUH). Probably ADTL and Adani stalls are largest, the most attractive and have newest projects/products/technologies needed immediately for Indian Defence Forces, MHA and ISRO.

Ka-31 Radar Picket Helicopter Mission and primary tasks The Ka-31 radar picket helicopter is designed to detect both air targets, including low-flying ones against background of sea and land, as well as surface ships, track and identify them, as well as provide automatic data transmission to ground and ship-based command and control centers. The helicopter significantly increases the effectiveness naval and air operations, providing ships and aircraft with timely information on the activities of enemy ships, planes and helicopters.

Airborne equipment and armament Under the transport cabin floor there is a support-rotating mechanism of a 6-meter long flat antenna. Rotation of the antenna sheet at a constant rate of 6 r/min provides scanning of the space in the horizontal plane. In the stowed position the antenna is pressed against the bottom of the fuselage. The helicopter is equipped with a flight control and navigation system and onboard communications equipment. Main advantages  capability of using both

ground airfields and ships, day and night, and in adverse weather conditions;  helicopter operability in all areas of the oceans of the world;  the cost of radar picket missions performed by the Ka-31 helicopter is significantly lower compared with using any plane of a similar purpose;  high safety and single-engine flight and landing capability;  high target approach accuracy through installation of an inertialsatellite navigation system;  suitability for use in air

traffic management and search & rescue operations;  high mobility enabling the

use of the helicopter from underdeveloped airfields and unprepared sites.

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About us Miracle Electronic Devices Pvt Ltd is a global leader in the arena of Electronics, Electro Mechanical, Energy and Magnetic components since the last 24 years. In the last 24 years, Miracle has grown by leaps and bounds and serves Institutional, Government and Private Clients in over 22 countries across the globe with a well-trained team of 265+ individuals through its offices, spread over 35000 sft in three countries.

Miracle is recognized as an Indian Offset Partner (IOP) and MSME by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Miracle Aerospace is an Integral part of Miracle Electronic Devices Pvt Ltd. Our Capabilities In-house Capabilities • 2D / 3D CAD Drawing • ESD Assembly Facility • Terminal Crimping • Terminal Soldering • Laser Wire Marking • Wire Harnessing

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Box Integration Coil Winding Inspection HV Testing Epoxy Potting Varnishing Label Printing Barcode Printing & Reading

Outsourced Capabilities • 3D Printing • Laser Engraving • Laser Cutting • CNC Turret Punching • All Machining Operation • Tool Making • Plastic & Rubber Moulding • Metal Fabrication & Forming • Punching & Pressing • Various Welding • Acrylic & PC Fabrication • CNC PCB assembly • Label/UL Label Screen Printing

Tor-M2E Air Defence Missile System

he Tor-M2E air defence missile system with combat vehicle on tracked chassis is designed to provide air defence for military and public facilities against aircraft, helicopters, cruise missiles, guided aerial missiles and bombs, unmanned air vehicles (UAV) flying at medium, low and extremely low altitudes in the heavy air and electronic countermeasures environment. During the target engagement process, all the target detection and identification, lock-on and

missile control operations are done automatically with minimum operator participation.

Combat equipment:  Combat vehicle (CV) 9A331ME;  Air defence missile module (ADM) 9M334 with four a backup optical channel; surface-to-air missiles (SAM)  Launch automation system; 9M331.  Digital computer system, display equipment, SAM The CV includes: system health monitoring  A target acquisition station equipment, communication, (TAS) with a ground-based navigation, survey and radar interrogator; orientation equipment, and a  Missile guidance station with power supply system.

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irfield Crash Fire Truck – Falcon series are the right choice for airport firefighting and rescue; these vehicles are built to meet the requirements of fast intervention in cases of emergency exceeding the applicable standards NFPA414 and ICAO regulations.  Falcon series is made on customized chassis with more than 700HP of rear mounted engines to meet the acceleration requirements of 0 to 80 kmph in less than 25 seconds.  Cabins are custom built in aerodynamic shape with center, center right or center left steering and certified in accordance to ECE R29 requirements to ensure safety to the driver and crew in adverse conditions.  Tank and body are made of Glass Reinforced Polyester (GRP), with life time warranty on leakages.  Equipped with ICAO specified equipment based on airport category and in addition

ith an experience of over a decade and meticulously designed infrastructure and highly skilled experts, AvioHeliTronics has the ability to perform an impactful research and translate that to successful development of advanced capabilities that include designto-manufacture of aerostructures. AvioHeliTronics offers these services in the capacity of IOP (Indian Offset Partner) to several aerospace primes. The services extend to the domain of civil-aerospace, as service provider to several OEMs and Tier-1s in the design & development of embedded-software (avionics/railways), aerostructures-design/ analysis/prototyping and technical-documentation. Manufacturing has been AvioHeliTronics’ strong suit. Powered by high-quality hardware facilities spread over a 50,000 square-feet of area that are equipped to work round-the-clock, AvioHeliTronics current manufacturing unit boasts a plethora of high-technology equipment operated by highly skilled domain experts. AvioHeliTronics holds a promising position in the market with an added advantage of certifications namely AS9100 D, CMMI Level 3

(Svc. & Dev.), ISO 27001:15, CEMILAC, R&D Unit recognized by DSIR and Defence Industrial Licenses (D-IL). AvioHeliTronics excellence in R&D ensures mature designs which are further checked for inconsistencies and errors by well-placed Pre-Manufacture Checks. Manufacturing processes are continuously optimized at AvioHeliTronics by insightful inputs from R&D teams working in this domain. In fact, the research teams work on optimization of Design and Manufacturing in a connected manner in order to perform unified optimization in multi-dimension spaces. By virtue of being equipped with in-house capabilities to deal with manufacturing from scratch, AvioHeliTronics has the advantage of coming up with highly efficient solutions by optimizing steps constituting the manufacturing life-cycle in a variety of innovative ways. Over the years AvioHe-

liTronics has demonstrated their ability and potential to aerospace companies in both the national and international spaces. Their domestic clients include aerospace majors like Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), BrahMos Aerospace and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). “The growing needs and demands in manufacturing

in the global and domestic markets have been urging us to expand in multiple dimensions in the field of aerospace manufacturing. The top brass of AIS have been working on long-term growth strategies that are not just focused on scale, but on

high end rescue equipment (European / American origin) are also available upon request.  Foam system is advanced Around the Pump UL Listed foam system.

 FALCON 6 is now going to be available at more than 32 airports across India through our esteemed clientele Airports Authority of India (AAI), Maharashtra Airport Development Corporation (MADC) and Hindustan Aeronautical Limited (HAL)  Indicative range of Falcon is as listed below. Tank sizes and engine HP are available at a higher range as well.

BLISS AEROSPACE

liss Aerospace Components Private Limited, a company in the Aerospace Sector for the past 10 years with AS 9100 Rev D Certification for manufacturing and NADCAP certified for Chemical Processing. Bliss Aerospace is currently working on the following verticals Manufacturing of Aerospace Grade Fasteners and other smaller assemblies.  Bliss Aerospace can source aerospace parts. Bliss Aerospace can source parts to meet customer requirements (for both Russian and Western Origin Aircraft) as distributors to various companies abroad. (Fasteners as per various international standards, obsolete parts, ground handling equipment).  Bliss Aerospace provides Chemical Processing as a service with NADCAP certification for various processes.  Bliss Aerospace also provides engineering services for various activities- mechanical design and analysis system, software design, development of technical publications, development of high-end computer based training packages along with technical and management consultancy.

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growth in technology, quality and expertise. These strategies have taken the shape of our upcoming venture, a state-ofthe-art manufacturing facility at the Aerospace SEZ Park in Devanahalli, Bengaluru.” – Ms. Deepika Ramesh, COO & Sr. VP The facility is going to be equipped with new and advanced manufacturing machinery that include ‘high p er for ma nc e cutting edge technology-fully automatedMultiaxis Machines’, 5-axis machining centers with pallet changers, Automated-Dua l Spindle Turning Centers, Automated Special Purpose Machines, to name a few. A d d it i o n a l ly, inspection facilities such as Coordinate Measurement Machines (CMM), Profile Projectors, Video Measuring System (VMS) are being installed to cater to precision requirements associated with defense projects and aerospace in general. Apart from the expertise

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EMBEDDED ELECTRONICS & SOFTWARE (AVIONICS)  Design, development, coding (C / C++ / Ada, QT, Open GL ES, Lab windows) as per DO 178B/254  IV&V (DO 178B – Level: A, B,C& D)  Solutions: RADAR control software; mission payload software; DMM / IHH; navigation system Software; railway system control software STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING  Digitization of drawings; 3D modelling  Reverse engineering & prototyping  Design dossier checks (Airbus & Bombardier standards)  Jigs & fixture design & aerostructure analysis (CFT, Stress, F&DT, CAE) TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION  Illustration and authoring activities  Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETM)  Engine manuals, CMM, IPC, technical translations

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“Arquus brings three renowned companies under one name” GRÉGOIRE VERDON, External Communication & Products Marketing Director, Arquus, points out the changes in the company and details the offerings in the market segment for light and medium armoured vehicles What was the reason for Renault Trucks Defence, an armoured vehicle subsidiary of Volvo Group to be renamed as Arquus in May 2018? Before May 24, 2018, Volvo Group Governmental Sales (VGGS) was the business area of the Volvo Group in charge of all Land Defence activities. It included Renault Trucks Defence, Panhard (the famous car pioneer and supplier for the French Army) and Acmat (mostly renowned in Africa), but also Mack Defense, Volvo Defense and VGGS Oceania. To simplify, VGGS was often referred to as Renault Trucks Defense, which was the largest entity. During the year 2017 and 2018, the company decided to rethink its identity and unite under one name. One main objective was to boost our brand’s visibility by simplifying and presenting all our products and services under one single name. It was determined the organization was too complex, with too many brands within

The Eurosatory trade show, in June 2018, was meant to present the new identity, with a focus on the company’s history and its historical leaders. As an example, the FT-17 tank was presented among our more modern vehicles. As a summary of our history, the FT-17 was actually presented in front of the Griffon vehicle we are currently contributing to.

especially popular in Africa, but also within Special Forces units. VAB Mk3: an heir to the famous VAB developed for the French Army. A medium/ heavy infantry vehicle, which can be offered in many different versions. AREG & Sabre: two vehicles developed specifically for the Special Forces.

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Sherpa Light the VGGS perimeter. Mack Defense returned to the Mack company, Volvo and VGGS Oceania went back to Volvo. Arquus is the result of the alliance of three renowned companies united under one name: Renault Trucks Defense, Panhard, and Acmat. 2018 was also the 100th anniversary of the company’s roots, which can be defined with the FT-17 tank. The 1918 offensives, largely supported by the FT-17, decided the fate of the First World War. The tank was the first-ever produced on a large scale and combined mobility, firepower and protection, three elements which still define Arquus’ DNA. By renewing the company’s identity, the goal was also to take some inspiration from the methods and organisation which made the 1918 victory possible. Arquus thus renewed its organisation, with new large divisions, new processes and a focus on research and innovation. What steps have been taken to make sure that current and future customers have been made aware of the new brand? A formal evening was organized on May 24, 2018, to present the new company to all industrial and institutional shareholders.

We also communicated widely, through the media and through our website and social media (LinkedIn and Instagram) to make sure all our partners were aware of the change. What is the status of the Panhard and Acmat brands, within Arquus? Arquus is the owner of the Panhard and Acmat brands. What are the company’s offerings in the market segment for light and medium armoured vehicles? Trigger and Trapper: two light vehicles designed for personnel transport in low-risk zones. The Trigger is an all-terrain, pick-up vehicle with a very high payload. The Trapper is currently used by the French Army as a carrier and mobile command post. Dagger: a light armoured vehicle designed for personnel transport and patrol in conflict zones. It boasts of the best protection levels for its size and range. Used by the French Army for transport and command. Bastion: a medium armoured vehicle designed for personnel and logistics transport, with several versions developed, including a High Mobility version and a Special Forces one. It is

We also contribute to the Griffon and Jaguar vehicles, which will soon equip the French Army. What are the latest developments related to the VT4 vehicle and what are the export orders? The Arquus name for the vehicle is the Trapper (a pickup version exists : the Trigger. Both vehicles were also known as the ALTV family before May 2018). Renault Trucks Defense (at the time) answered the French Army’s tender with its Trapper vehicle, which went through further development to match the French Army’s needs. The resulting VT4 vehicle is produced in SaintNazaire at the former Acmat plant. Our teams actively promote the vehicles on the export markets. Arquus is very happy with the VT4 programme, which is very satisfactory. We have reached the 500 vehicles objective for 2018, and we plan to reach all our objectives for 2019 as well. Production of standard 2 has already started as planned. The French Army also seems pleased with the achievements and the VT4 is central in their communication. For instance, the Army Chief of Staff recently presented his vows to the Army in front of a VT4 vehicle.

When will delivery of the Standard 2 version of the VT4 commence and what are the improvements and order size for Standard 2 VT4? The delivery of Standard 2 has started as soon as the first days of 2019. So far, an order for 1,200 Standard 2 VT4s has been notified. The VT4 programme covers a total of 3,700 vehicles. An order for 2,000 vehicles should thus be notified after Tier 2 (Standard 2) is delivered. Standard 2 adds 350 new references to the VT4 vehicle. These modifications further strengthen the vehicle and allow for the integration of more military equipment. What is the market interest for the Fortress (formerly Bastion High Mobility) vehicle? The Fortress is a High Mobility version for the Bastion. It has been acquired by various Special Forces around the world, which are looking for a robust, all-terrain vehicle to operate in difficult conditions. What is the Arquus contribution for important programmes such as Griffon, Jaguar and Scorpion? The Scorpion programme is the programme which includes all future land capabilities for the French Army. It includes (but not

limited to, as it does evolve) the modernisation of the Leclerc tank, the Jaguar, Scorpion and Serval vehicles, the SICS (Scorpion Combat Information System) information system, and the operational readiness system. So far, we contribute to the Jaguar and Griffon vehicles. Arquus designs and produces the drivelines for both vehicles, and the remotecontrolled small-caliber weapons systems for the two vehicles. The company is also in charge of all logistics for the spare parts of the two vehicles, which will be supported by our logistics centre in Fourchambault. What is the progress of developing electric mobility when it comes to military vehicles? Arquus is working on electric mobility for military vehicles, and notably benefits from R&D investments in the Volvo and Arquus research centres. From our point of view, the main benefit of electric drive is tactical (silent approach, reduction of the thermal print, etc), but it also answers the needs for greener armies. It is also central in the way we develop our latest vehicles, especially since future vehicles will have to support very energy-consuming equipment.

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MAINI GROUP

he MAINI Group, founded in 1973 by Dr. S. K. Maini, is one of India’s premier design and manufacturing entities, synonymous with innovation & cutting-edge technology. The group pioneered India’s first mass produced electric car – Reva in 1995. India’s first comprehensive range of battery operated material handling equipment and the only Indian-made electric buggies, are testimony to the group’s dedication towards indigenization of crucial technologies. The same legacy is now deployed in the aerospace manufacturing domain to support global OEMs and Tier 1s in leading aerospace program. In keeping with the Maini DNA, each group company builds its own relationships, integrates expertise and innovates continuously towards a future without boundaries.

Maini Precision Products Limited Since 2005, Maini Precision Products Ltd has been supporting leading aerospace programmes for global customers. MPP was the first Indian private sector company to receive the AS9100 certification for aerospace, and is currently certified for AS9100 Revision D, which is the most current version of the globally accepted aerospace certification. In November 2017, MPP moved its aerospace manufacturing to a new dedicated aerospace facility, so as to expand its ability to support higher volumes demanded by the commercial aircraft programmes and to incorporate new capabilities in the technology value stream. This new facility

is being continuously expanded to create dedicated capabilities in critical engine components and sub-assemblies, as well as in long bed machining for airframe components. The progressive build-up of new capabilities in the aerospace facility is a highly strategic inclusion in the MPP portfolio. The enlarged facilities would be completely functional by April 2019 and would be well equipped to support requirements from major aerospace leaders. MPP has also invested in high end multi-axis machines specifically for hard metal machining including Titanium and Aluminum milling for parts up to 3 meters in length. This is in addition to the existing capabilities that include manufacture of Inconel parts. As a constant drive as a part of ‘Make in India’ and to strengthen the Indian aerospace ecosystem, MPP has been able to successfully indigenize Titanium forgings through its supplier base and is now exporting finished machined parts from these localized forgings. MPP has been able to secure and execute several projects in all the three verticals manufacturingaero engines, aero-structures and aero systems, which has led to exponential growth. It has to date many of the aerospace leaders or

their sub - tiers as its customers and exports most of the products manufactured. In recognition of the export performance, MPP has been awarded the prestigious Star Exporter Award by the EEPC every year from 1983-84 to the most current 2016-2017 award. The most current edition of the award for the year 2016-2017 was bestowed on MPP on 28th December, 2018.

Maini Materials Movement Private Limited For over three decades, Maini Material Movements Pvt. Ltd. (MMM) manufactures and provides services related to electrically operated Material Handling Equipment and In-campus passenger transportation. As one of the pioneers of the field in India, MMM has designed and developed Electric Aircraft Tow Tugs for Aviation and its variants for applications in civil aviation. The electric tug being supplied is a unique ‘Make in India’ initiative and is the first Indian product developed with a focus towards the Indian Aviation environment. The 15 and 25-ton electric tow tugs are in operation at International Airports, apart from other relevant areas. With MMM’s robust pan-India after-sales network, it has ensured availability of spares and service, frequently exceeding customer expectations. MMM has successfully implemented several other innovative, customized and technologically advanced handling solutions for special aviation applications under the ‘Make In India’ initiative. This has increased the efficiency of operations while reducing the operation readiness timeframes considerably.

Star Hentzen Coatings Pvt Ltd

tar Hentzen Coatings Pvt Ltd is Manufacturer of Paints, Topcoats, Primers, thinners and other allied products for Defence and Aerospace applications based in Mumbai, India. Defence Application Products are on QPL of MIL Spec standard like MIL-PRF-23377/ MIL-PRF-85285/ MIL-PRF-22750/ MIL-DTL-53039/MILDTL-53022 & Aerospace application Specification AMS 3095 /MEP 10-059/ BAMS 565 Series/Meets Boeing BMS 10-72 & Airbus standard. Star Hentzen Coatings Pvt Ltd is a joint venture of Star Paint & Oil industries, India and Hentzen Coating, Inc. USA. Hentzen Coating, Inc. USA is 95 year old & largest supplier in the world to US military for MIL Specs paints. Star Hentzen is having a customer based in India & South Asia which includes Pvt Civil Airlines operators, Non-Schedule Operators, Corporate Aircrafts, MROs, Aviation Products distributors, Defence Equipment Manufacturer, Shelter Manufacturer, K9 Vajra Tank & Guns Manufacturer, Missile Launchers & OE Component manufacturer for Boeing, Sikorsky, Lockheed Martin, UTC. SHCPL is AS 9100:2016 & ISO 9001:2015 accredited

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company. By taking advantages like Payment in INR, No foreign currency fluctuation, Zero lead time, Zero MOQ, and No import procedure SHCPL products are currently in use by by following Aviation Operator and other MIL-SPEC customer: Jet Airways.  Spice Jet Airlines  Go Air  Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.  Global Vectra Helico.  Reliance, Deccan & other NSOP.  TATA Groups  Vijaya Metal Finishers  Larsen & Toubro  Dynamatic Aerospace  Bharat Electronics Limited & many more. We are confident that you will enjoy working with our knowledgeable and friendly staff and that you will be fully satisfied with the service we provide.

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SpetsTechnoExport showcases its best

uring the Aero India Show 2019 the SpetsTechnoExport company will represent the Ukrainian defence enterprises and futher the negotiations with Indian partners towards new giant steps in bilateral cooperation. Ukraine is one of the few countries in the world that possesses comprehensive technical knowledge in the defence industry and has a full technological cycle of integrated products production to meet the complex requirements of foreign partners. Ukraine is delivering new products and developments to the market from year to year. Among the newest ones – multipurpose transport aircraft AN-132, guided 300mm missile for “Smerch” missile system, Anti-ship cruise missile “Neptun”, tactical missile complex “Thunder-2”, weapon locating radar, solid state air defence long range radar, etc. SpetsTechnoExport is able to implement complex projects based on the needs of foreign customers, from the stage of research and development up to the serial production of finished products. Following the global trends, SpetsTechnoExport actively participates in the processes of setting up a joint production of integrated products in the customer’s territory. Therefore, the Indian Government and local companies can consider Ukrainian defence enterprises as reliable, effective and long-term partners.

to fly distances up to 7,700 km, at a cruising altitude up to 12,100 km, and at a speed of up to 800 km/h depending on aircraft and engine type and variant. Maximum payload of up to 35 t. R-27R AND R-27ET: AIR-TO-AIR GUIDED MISSILES Ukraine is a single OEM and a major supplier of the medium-to-long-range R-27/AA-10 Alamo missiles to export markets. In Ukraine, the R-27 is produced in versions fitted with semiactive radar, active radar, passive

capabilities; it is able to function effectively even in the presence of substantial environmental and electronic countermeasures influences. The 80K6T product integrates technology solutions for highresolution search, detection and tracking of aerial threats of various kinds. It is able to detect aerial threats out to ≤500 km in range and ≥40 km in altitude, and track up to 500 targets simultaneously. The technology uses advanced radar output processing algorithms for highly effective

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AN-188: MULTIPURPOSE TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT Spetstechnoexport will showcase a model of the newly developed military transport aircraft project AN-188. The project of AN-188 can be implemented under the ‘Make in India’ programme. The new aircraft of AN-188 family will be capable of basing on different airfields, including air strips, and landing on short runways of only 600800 m in length. This greatly expands the number of airfields the aircraft can be used on, ensuring the high efficiency of the new aircraft. The AN-188 has the capability

P-18TS: RADAR UPGRADE The new fully solid-state VHF radar is designed for the long-range detection of various air targets and early warning of the appearance of an air enemy. VHF radar is capable of detecting targets invisible in other frequency bands. VHF radar is practically unaffected by various weather phenomena. High detection characteristics and low cost of VHF radar operation significantly allow saving the resource of more expensive L-Band and S-Band radars in peacetime. The common drawback of existing VHF radars is low accuracy that has been successfully eliminated using the latest methods of signal processing and coordinate measurement. This allows using this radar in wartime for high-quality direct target designation to surface-to-air missile forces. VHF band and low peak power make the radar practically invulnerable to antiradar missiles. Fast adaptive frequency hopping and random radiation time provide high jamming immunity. ST-68: RADAR UPGRADE Upgrading the ST-68 technology to the ST-68UM2 (36D6M2) standard includes the following: high probability of success against low-RCS targets and hovering helicopters, including those low flying tangentially to the radar antenna; highly accurate location finding capability; enhanced immunity against enemy jamming attempts; ability to spot the location of enemy jammers; automatic association of echo signals with return signals of the built-in IFF equipment; high reliability and mobility performance. The 36D6 upgrade is expected to extend the system’s operational life by another 20 years.

AVIATION Despite the current conflict in the Donbas, Ukraine still has all capabilities for sufficient production of aircraft - from the design and development phase to the construction of transport planes. The State Company “Antonov” (incorporated by the State Concern “Ukroboronprom”) retains its position as undisputed leader in this field. Today company “Antonov” actively seeks to forge international cooperation and promotes its most recent projects AN-132 aircrafts and AN-1X8 projects, which have already found potential customers. AN-132: MULTIPURPOSE TRANSPORT AIRCRAFT At AeroIndia-2019, Ukraine will showcase the new light multipurpose turboprop cargo aircraft AN-132. It was developed by Antonov to replace the AN32, which is renowned for its unique operating capabilities in high temperature/high altitude environments. With cargo carrying capacity of 9.2 tons, the AN-132 will be able to deliver payloads to a max range twice as long as that of the AN32. At AeroIndia, the AN-132 will be demonstrated at the static show for all visitors. The AN-132 can be an ideal option for IAF to replace the aircraft park of well-known work-horses AN-32.

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SURFACE-TO-AIR MISSILE SYSTEMS S-125M “PECHORA”: UPGRADE Ukroboronprom’s enterprises have also developed an upgrade package for the S-125M "Pechora" SAM system which includes modernizing the 5V27D missile to the 5V27D-M1 and 5V27D-M2 standards equipped respectively with semi-active and active seeker heads. The package encompasses improvements to all the key components and subsystems, including the UVN radar post, highfrequency receiving devices, radio command transmitters, TV/optical sighting equipment; 5P73 launcher; 5V27D missile; and a new booster motor replacing the 5C45. The upgrades would keep the 5V27D missiles in service for another ten years. radar and infra-red (IR) homing heads. Recently, Ukrainian enterprise developed an advanced guidance system for IR guided units of the R-27 family of missiles.

RADARS Ukraine is among the top-ten countries in the world developing and producing radar technologies. Following the demise of the USSR the country has been able to retain a nearly selfsufficient radar R&D and production industry and manufacturing capacities for radar electronic hardware and associated subsystems. Ukrainian industries have been producing new radar products while upgrading and updating already proven technologies. NEW 80K6T: RADAR The 80K6T – a three-dimensional, 360-degree Ground Controlled Interception (GCI) air defence search radar, provides a broad range of target search and location finding

search of low-RCS threats and highly maneuverable cruise missiles while flying on extremely low-altitude trajectories. NEW 1L221E: RADAR Counter-battery Radar 1L221E is one of the modern developments of Ukroboronprom enterprises. 1L221E is a Radar complex, equipped with the digital active phased antenna array (DAPAA). Complex provides the reliable and high-accuracy detection of coordinates for the first shot (launch) for the entire fire depth, issues the target detections for automated fire control systems, can adjust artillery and missile systems, verifies the shooting systems classes (mortars, artillery, tactical missiles), detects the coordinates of impact point for mines, shells or missiles, provides the detection and tracking of low RCS targets of UAV type. 1L221E Radar complex maintain the reconnaissance and spotting modes simultaneously in

ZSU-23-4 "SHILKA": UPGRADE Ukrainian enterprises have also developed a comprehensively upgraded version of the ZSU-23-4 "Shilka" anti-aircraft gun system. The key element in the upgrade is a multirole digital phased array radar Rokach-AS replacing the 1RL33M radar in the original version. It offers three-mode operation for 360-degree surveillance, air search and autotracking in an integrated package. 2K22 “TUNGUSKA”: UPGRADE Ukraine offers an upgrade for the Soviet designed 2K22 Tunguska self-propelled air defense system. The upgrade includes life extension overhaul and replacement of the key subsystems and assemblies, including the cannon, missile launcher, and carrying chassis. A comprehensive package additionally addresses upgrades to the electronics set, ergonomics, and operator workstations, electronicoptical system with a video processing capability.

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FUTURE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS TO ANCHOR BAE SYSTEMS’ PRESENCE

ignalling its continued intent to collaborate with Indian industry in the country’s requirements for futuristic defence systems and develop technology and platforms for India, BAE Systems’ participation at the 12th edition of the biennial Aero India will be anchored in its next- generation advanced technology, products and services. On the stand will be: information on BAE Systems’ participation in Team Tempest, the UK’s technology development programme being delivered by the Royal Air Force and industry partners to ensure a future international combat air system is at the very forefront of combat air capability. Team Tempest brings together the UK’s world leading industry and sovereign capabilities across future combat air’s four key technology areas: combat air systems and integration; power and propulsion systems; sensors, electronics and avionics; and weapon systems. Team Tempest was first revealed at the 2018 Farnborough International Air Show in July last year. Also featured on the Stand will be the Eurofighter Typhoon; advanced electronic systems (APKWS© laserguided rocket); augmented

reality technology (Striker® II head-mounted display (HMD); and the Make-in-India Hawk132, of which 123 are in service with the Indian Air Force and the Indian Navy. The Show follows shortly after the Company has marked several delivery milestones in the U.S. Government’s sale of 145 M777 Ultra Lightweight Howitzers (ULH) to the Indian Army. Most recently, the M777 ULH was inducted into the Indian Army, and consequently made its debut at the Republic Day Parade. Earlier in 2018, the Company delivered the first spares and other logistics including tooling, technical publications and training materials, to support the Indian Army as it brings the new M777 ULHs into service. BAE Systems is building and delivering the first 25 M777 ULHs fully assembled, and then to promote local economic growth in India, the remaining 120 systems will be assembled in India by Mahindra Defence Systems Ltd. (MDSL) under an arrangement designed to support defence industrial cooperation. Leading the Company’s participation at the Show will be Dave Armstrong, Group Business Development Director, and Nik Khanna, India, Managing Director.

AVI-OIL

VI-OIL has a range of internationally recognized High Performance Aviation Lubricants which include: TURBONYCOIL: Lubricating oils for gas turbine engines, powering aircraft, helicopters, aircraft carriers, frigates and ground equipment. HYDRAUNYCOIL: Mineral and synthetic hydraulic fluids meeting a wide range of requirements and applications including aviation, marine, army equipment hydraulic systems, biodegradable fluids, low temperature requirements, fire-resistant application (HFDU) for construction and mobile equipment. NYCOLUBE: Mineral and high performance synthetic lubricants covering a wide range of applications (engine oils, aircraft gear boxes and instruments, air and refrigeration compressor oils and high temperature chain oils). NYCOGREASE: Greases for severe applications meeting military, civil, high temperature, heavy loads, high speed requirements. NYCOPROTEC: Protection products and compounds against corrosion for various equipment. NYCOSOL: Fuel additives, icing inhibitors. Avi-Oil also makes available in India the products of its sister concern in Russia, JSC “NPC Spetsneftprodukt”. JSC “NPC SPETSNEFTPRODUKT” is the OEM for special lubricants and has been specializing in the production and supply of these special lubricants for military and civil aviation, rocket and space equipment as well as industrial aeroderiva-

tive gas turbines, especially those of Russian origin.

On key products / technologies AVI-OIL has a wide range of products developed for the various sectors it is involved in. For the Aviation sector, it has the complete product range of Engine Oils / Turbine Oils, Hydraulic Fluids, Greases & Speciality products. In the Specialities portfolio, it has a range of Corrosion protectives, de-icing fluids, instrument oils and lubrication powders and compounds. On the Industrial & Automotive side, it has a range of polyol esters and Complex esters and a few fully formulated industrial products. ‘Make-in-India’ Initiative Until the advent of AVI-OIL, aviation lubricants for the defence forces were being imported. To achieve self-¬reliance in this strategic area, AVI-OIL India [P] Ltd., was established as a joint venture with Indian Oil Corporation, Balmer Lawrie & Nyco, France. A wide range of products for aircraft, military and industrial equipment are being produced at the manufacturing facilities located at village Piyala, in District Faridabad, Haryana, 45 km from New Delhi. The Indian Government’s ‘Make in India’ programme promotes manufacturers like AVI-OIL that have invested in local production capacity for the long term and thus contribute towards achieving the target of self-reliance in the Aerospace & Defence sector and at the same time provide employment, too. Customers

Attending the Show will be Military Advisor, Air Chief Marshal Sir Andrew Pulford, amongst others. Dave Armstrong, Group Business Development Director, said "Aero India is an important event on our international calendar, providing an excellent platform to engage with customers, partners, suppliers, and other key stakeholders, in this strategic market. With these future- focused displays, our emphasis at the Show will be to explore opportunities to collaborate with the entire breadth of our Indian partner spectrum, including the MSME sector.” Nik Khanna, Managing Director, India, commented "We are unveiling some of our finest future-tech solutions to the Indian Armed Forces at Aero India this year. The Show serves as a fertile ground for us to expand our efforts in expanding MSMEs into our global supply chain ecosystem whilst engaging with our key stakeholders, providing both direction and momentum in our plans. Developing an incountry supply chain is key to our India commitment and we are delighted to see this being galvanised through the commencement of the Makein-India M777 programme.” With India as the largest

VISIT AT F-1.53 prefer to use products manufactured in India as they benefit from competitive prices and shorter lead times. Customers are getting used to the fact that products manufactured in India are as good as, if not better, than products manufactured globally. Public sector units have now started preferring products manufactured in India. This augurs well for the industry.

Supporting India's Aerospace & Defence sector The raison d’etre of AVI-OIL is to cater to the lubrication needs of the defence services in India. Within this ambit, AVIOIL has been manufacturing these high performance lubricants at itfactory in Faridabad for the last 20 years. More than 90 per cent of the products being supplies are manufactured at the plant. Were it not for AVI-OIL, these strategic products would have had to be imported. AVI-OIL can proudly say that it has been contributing substantially to the county’s quest for indigenisation of these highly sophisticated products. While AVI-OIL holds a majority share of lubricants market in the Defence Sector, it is keen to support Civil Aviation with the complete portfolio of products and approvals, supplemented by local Technical Services and logistics support. The emergence of AVI-OIL compliments the efforts of the Defence and aerospace industry by providing strategic products for self-reliance and the industrial sectors’ need for efficient, energy conserving and eco-friendly lubricants.

operator of the Hawk advanced jet trainer with 123 aircraft ordered to date by the Indian Air Force (106) and the Indian Navy (17), the Make-inIndia Hawk will find position of pride on the Stand, alongside Eurofighter Typhoon, the world's most advanced new generation multirole/swingrole combat aircraft available in the market. In December 2017, Qatar became the ninth export customer to choose the Typhoon. Also on display will be the APKWS laser-guided rocket, a highly cost-effective solution that turns a standard unguided 2.75-inch (70 millimetre) rocket into a precision laserguided munition, giving warfighters a surgical strike capability. The APKWS rocket has been successfully demonstrated on more than a dozen fixed- and rotarywing platforms, including the F-16, the Bell 407, and AH64 Apache. Another spotlight will be BAE Systems’ fullcolour Striker II HMD, which is platform-agnostic and completely digital. The HMD provides today’s combat pilots with remarkable situational awareness, night vision, target tracking and advanced audio technology — all in one visor-projected system. The Show will also see the presence of the small and

VISIT AT C-3.5 BAE Systems at Aero India 2019 • Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer • Tempest • APKWS© laser-guided rocket • Body Armour Vest • Body Armour Plate X 2 • Advanced Combat Helmet • S3000 Aircraft Seat • LiteHUD® head-up display • Striker® II HMD • Typhoon compact LiteHUD® head-up display, offering space and weight advantages paired with the latest digital display technology, revolutionary waveguide optics and highly reliable electronics. The Show will also witness BAE Systems’ expertise in the design and development capabilities of hard body armor solutions with Body Armour Vest and Body Armour Plate. Also marking its debut at the Show will be Advanced Combat Helmet.

CARRIS

ARRIS Cases, an Aerospace and Defense wing of Carris Pipes & Tubes Private limited is involved in design, manufacture and supply of Custom Molded, Light Weight, Sturdy, Rugged & most importantly Eco-friendly products exclusively for Defense Applications since 1996. CARRIS Cases are manufactured as per MIL STD 810F, JSG 0102:1984 & JSS 55555. CARRIS cases are SHOCK proof, WATER & DUST proof, FIRE RETARDANT, ANTISTATIC, VIBRATION RESITANT and serves good service temperatures. Rotational Molding technol-

VISIT AT A-1.10 ogy is contemporary and a step ahead of Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP), wooden & metal boxes. Certified by CISQ/RINA for ISO 9001:2015, we have been maintaining a very stringent Quality Management system in our all our operations. Our esteemed clients are HAL, BEL, BDL, OFB, DRDO/ARDE Labs and other DPSU's. Currently we are being AIRWORTHINESS certified by AQA/CEMILAC.

UEC: RD-33

eveloped by JSC UEC – Klimov (UEC). Produced by JSC Chernyshev MME (UEC).

increase and therefore faster aircraft acceleration which is especially critical for today’s jet fighters. The engine features a modular design which means that individual parts, units and modules can be repaired or replaced in the field. An RD-33 version with a thrust vectoring nozzle (TVN) is also available. New engines of the RD-33 family include BARK digital monitoring and control systems.

RD-33 is a turbofan engine with afterburner. Developed in 1985 for powering MiG-29 fighter aircraft. It is the most common engine in the world in its thrust class (8000 – 9000 kgf). The RD-33 has excellent gas flow stability against ambient disturbances including the firing of onboard weapons which dramatically facilitates control of the aircraft. These engines also offer a high rate of thrust

Specifications: Full afterburner thrust, kgf Maximum power, kgf Specific fuel consumption (full afterburner), kg/kgf.h Specific fuel consumption, kg/kgf.h Engine length, mm Inlet diameter, mm Dry weight, kg

8 300 5 040 2,05 0,77 4 230 705 1055

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HELI HIGH Over the next few years, IAF will induct five new helicopter types: 15 Boeing CH-47F ‘Chinook’, 22 AH-64E ‘Apache’ choppers, 65 HAL Light Combat Helicopters (LCH), 65 Kamov Ka-226T ‘Sergei’ and 61 HAL Light Utility Helicopters (LUH), for a total of 228 helicopters. C SANTOSH provides details

he Indian Air Force (IAF) operates one of the largest helicopter fleets in the region and the IAF presently operates 36 Helicopter Units (HUs) which comprise Russian built Mi-17, Mi-17 1V, Mi-17 V5 helicopters, which are the backbone of medium lift combat capability of IAF, in addition to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) license-built Cheetah and Chetak helicopters and the Dhruv (ALH MK-I, ALH MK-III, ALH-MKIV) as the other workhorses. The IAF is presently short of three HUs to meet its sanctioned strength of 39. Helicopters are generally more maintenance-intensive and have a Total Technical Life (TTL), that ranges between 5,000 hours to 12,000 hours depending on their age and vintage. The IAF, due to budget

Air Marshal A Dev, from Air HQ (Vayu Bhawan) and Air Attache Air Commodore Shivanand. IAF pilots are already undergoing training in the USA, where the first set of flight crew (4 pilots and 4 engineers) are undergoing training. India is the 14th nation to select the Apache and the 19th nation to select the Chinook and the orders were placed in September 2015. Boeing is also sourcing components for the CH47 Chinook from India and Bengaluru-based, Dynamatic Technologies handed over 75th major aerostructure assembly for the helicopter to Boeing in July 2018. The CH-47F is an advanced multimission helicopter that will revolutionise the heavylift capabilities of the IAF. The CH-47F has a modernised

and the IAF will now receive its first few Ka-226Ts as ‘fly-aways’ directly from the manufacturer. The Defence Acquisition Committee (DAC) accorded its Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) in May 2015 for the purchase of 200 Kamov 226T helicopters (60 flyaway and 140 to be made in India) from Russia through the Inter Government Agreement (IGA). As per the Ministry of Defence (MoD), the Request for Proposal (RFP) was issued in May, 2018 and the Technical Evaluation Stage, is presently underway. The tentative cost of the entire programme has been pegged at approximately `20,000 crore. The Ka-226T in conjunction with the HAL LUH will replace the Cheetah and Chetak helicopters operating in the armed forces by 2030. The army is to receive 135 Ka-226Ts. Boeing CH-47F Chinook

constraints, ends up operating most of its platforms, far beyond that envisaged by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). A case in point is the obsolescent Cheetah and Chetak helicopters, that continue to fly, when they should have been retired by now. The IAF finally ended up retiring its MI-8 ‘Pratap’ helicopters in December 2017, after inducting 107 MI-8s between 1971-1988. The MI-8 was inducted in ten operational helicopter units and it operated in several major IAF operations including Operation Meghdoot in the Siachen Glacier and Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka.

Strength in numbers Over the next few years, the IAF will induct five new helicopter types; Boeing CH47F ‘Chinook’ (15) and AH64E ‘Apache’ (22), 65 HAL Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), 65 Kamov Ka-226T ‘Sergei’ and 61 HAL Light Utility Helicopter (LUH), for a total of 228 helicopters. The first to arrive, starting from March, will be Boeing’s Chinook. The first Indian CH-47F ‘Chinook’ was formally transferred to the IAF on January 31, in a ceremony attended by India’s Ambassador to the USA, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, DGAO,

airframe, Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS) cockpit that improves crew situational awareness and the Digital Automatic Flight Control System (DAFCS), which allows pilots to hover in place or land in situations with limited visibility, such as brownouts. Boeing delivered the first CH-47F Chinook to the US Army in 2006. Boeing is also slated to commence delivery in March of the first of 22 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters ordered by the IAF. The Army is yet to place a formal order for six AH-64E Apache helicopters at an estimated cost of $930 million. Indian Apache helicopters will be armed with AGM-114L-3 Hellfire Longbow missiles, AGM-114R-3 Hellfire II missiles and Stinger Block I-92H missiles. AH-64 Apache combat helicopter fuselages are also now built only in India, replacing Boeing’s longtime supplier Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI). Tata Boeing Aerospace Limited (TBAL) is now supplying AH-64 fuselages to Boeing, from its facility in Hyderabad.

Overdue induction The progress over the induction of 65 Ka-226T helicopters has been slower than envisaged,

Preparations are already being made to establish training facilities for the new helicopter and a total of five training simulators will be made available for Ka-226T pilot training. The first facility will be located at Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (U-UAP), where 60 Ka-226T helicopters will be produced for India and the remaining four simulators will be delivered to the IAF and Indian Army to meet their training needs. “Training of foreign specialists is one of the most important stages of implementation of the Russian and Indian Ka-226T project, as we have to ensure not only the supply of helicopters, but also their high-quality and professional maintenance and operation. For this purpose, we have already prepared and sent to our partners a training programme that outlines all the areas of training of the Indian specialists,” says Andrey Boginskiy, Director General of Russian Helicopters Holding Company.

Helicopters made in India The Dhruv, LCH and the LUH are a sure sign of the success achieved by India’s indigenous rotorcraft development programmes. These programmes have now

resulted in a strong cadre of professionals within the country and HAL’s Rotary Wing Research & Design Centre (RWRDC) can undertake the entire spectrum of helicopter

and stability augmentation function and auto-pilot modes of helicopters and will replace costly imported systems with the attendant benefits of easier maintainability over the

HAL LCH

design, development and testing. HAL is presently awaiting formal orders from the IAF and Army for 10 and 5 helicopters respectively, for which the RFP was issued in December 2017 and is presently in the technical evaluation stage. The order for 15 helicopters has been valued at `2911 crore, including `377 crore for setting up of infrastructure. The LCH recently achieved the distinction of becoming the first helicopter in India to fire an air-to-air missile to destroy a moving aerial target. The tests were conducted at the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, Odisha. Both the LCH and Dhruv Mk.IV ‘Rudra’ are equipped with MBDA’s Mistral ATAM as their air-to-air missile and the missile offers a high level of performance with unrivalled kill probability, and its fire-and-forget functionality delivers a very high ease of operation for very low crew workload. “This is the first time in the country that a helicopter has carried out air to air missile engagement. None of the helicopters with the military services in the country has demonstrated such a capability. With this, LCH has successfully completed all weapon integration tests and is ready for operational induction,” said R Madhavan, CMD-HAL. The LCH has been designed to be able to operate from the Siachen glacier and has been integrated with a range of weapons and features a Helmet Mounted Sight and a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) sighting system, which also allows the attack helicopter to engage UAVs and microlight aircraft in addition to conventional aerial threats. Production variants of the LCH will feature an indigenously designed and developed Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS). The AFCS is a digital fouraxis flight control system capable of performing control

product lifecycle. According to HAL, the indigenisation of this critical system could result in savings worth approximately `2000 crore over 10 years. The AFCS and its hardware, software and Control Law was developed by HAL’s R&D Centers - RWR&DC and MCSRDC at Bengaluru, SLRDC at Hyderabad and Korwa Division. The LCH will also feature an indigenously developed cockpit namely the Integrated Architecture Display System (IADS). The LCH received Initial Operational Clearance (IOC) in August, 2017. HAL’s LUH has been designed to meet stringent IAF specifications that could not have been met on any imported platform. The third LUH prototype (PT3) made its maiden flight in December 2018 and features all the feedback that has been gleaned from the first two prototype helicopters. Cold weather trials are due for completion in the next few months. According to HAL, LUH PT3 has been built to the series production standard. The first flight of LUH PT-1 took place in September, 2016 and LUH PT-2 made its first flight in May, 2017. The helicopter has also been cleared for operating at 6 km altitude and exhibited satisfactory performance and handling qualities, during testing. The LUH is powered by a Safran Helicopter Engines/ HAL Ardiden 1U/Shakti 1U single turboshaft engine and features a modern glass cockpit. The helicopter will have a service ceiling of 6.5 km and be able to reach speeds up to 220 Kmph. The helicopter will be able to deliver a 400 kg payload over a range of 350 km and will provide a significant upgrade over the obsolete Cheetah and Chetak helicopters in use by the armed forces. A total of 187 LUHs are to be procured and will be built at HAL’s new helicopter production facility located at Tumkur near Bengaluru.

INDIA 2019 SHOW DAILY the datalink systems fitted to the Su-30MKI and to be fitted to the Dassault Rafale. The IFF system would also be the current DRDO developed system fitted to Indian aircraft. It is therefore likely that similar systems will be stipulated for the Indian F-16s.

Boeing, HAL & Mahindra Boeing’s offering in this saga of IAF procurement is the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet, earlier versions of which are used by the United States Navy as well as by several air-forces such as Kuwait, Canada, Malaysia, Switzerland, Spain and Australia. The F/A-18 Super Hornet itself, serves with the United States Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force. In contrast to the LM and other companies – SAAB tying up with the Adani group for Gripen production and Dassault is in partnership with Reliance for the Rafale – Boeing has been somewhat skeptical of the ability of the private sector in India to make the jump into aircraft manufacture and has chosen to opt for a partnership with the DPSU aerospace behemoth, HAL. This partnership was formed not only with an eye on the IAF’s requirement for 110 aircraft, but also the Indian Navy’s desire for 57 aircraft to supplement and later supplant their MiG-29K fleet. A Flexible Partnership The configuration adopted by the Boeing-HAL-Mahindra partnership constitutes a flexible arrangement in which any of the three — the foreign partner, the public sector firm or the private entity — can be the face and the principal player of the consortium. For example, if a private sector lead is required, Mahindra can be the prime entity, with Boeing and HAL as technology partners. The entry of HAL, which has an airfield and manufacturing hangars in Bengaluru, could significantly reduce the Super Hornet’s price and HAL’s extensive experience is not to be dismissed easily. The partners have made no decision as to where Indian manufacture would take place, and are evaluating HAL’s Bengaluru’s facilities as one option. There is a desire to build a brand new, 21st century facil-

ity for building the F/A-18 Super Hornet in India that allows for final integration and checks. There is discussion as to whether this can be housed alongside HAL’s existing runway facilities or whether the partners have to create a new space. Mahindra, while having extensive experience in vehicle manufacture, has been a relative newcomer to aircraft manufacture. Mahindra’s aerospace division has been manufacturing aero-structures for some time and supplying them to other aircraft manufacturers, including HAL. However, its major contribution to the BoeingHAL-Mahindra partnership is that it is the only private sector aircraft manufacturer in India with production of the Airvan 8 and the Airvan 10 designed by GippsAero of Australia which is now majority owned by Mahindra. While it is a big step from the manufacture of relatively modest cargo aircraft to combat jets, Mahindra’s capability in this regard is not to be ignored. HAL – The Aerospace Giant of India HAL is by far and away the most competent aircraft manufacturer in India. Despite misgivings about its efficiency and at times its quality of work, HAL has built hundreds of helicopters, including over 150 of its own Dhruv design, and has produced many hundreds each of Su-30MKI, Jaguars, MiG-21s and MiG-27s and over eighty BAE Hawk 132 aircraft under license while designing and developing its own HJT-16 and HPT-32 trainers which formed the backbone of the IAF’s training fleet for many decades. It is currently manufacturing 40 Tejas Mk.1 combat and has submitted the necessary details for the manufacture of 83 more of an advanced Mk1A design. In addition, HAL continues the manufacture of Do-228 aircraft in both its transport configuration and its maritime surveillance versions. Furthermore, HAL is emerging as a major MRO hub and line-replaceable unit (LRU) manufacturer for aircraft such as the Su-30MKI and the MiG21/27 families while simultaneously undertaking deep upgrades of the Mirage 2000, the Jaguar and the MiG-29 with

HAL, Boeing and Mahindra Defence Systems (MDS) Jointly Announce Partnership for F/A-18 Super Hornet ‘Make in India’

assistance from the respective OEMs. In addition, in partnership with BAe, HAL has developed an advanced version of the Hawk 132 which is now being offered for export. While its aircraft manufacturing has largely been under license, HAL has progressively indigenised its manufacturing to the extent that on average close to 75 per cent of all components of license produced aircraft are now indigenously made – over 85 per cent in the case of the Jaguar. Now, with indigenously designed aircraft such as the Tejas being part of its repertoire, HAL is particularly well placed to participate in joint-ventures for aircraft manufacture. This becomes especially so if the OEM establishes new production facilities to enhance efficiency and operates with rigorous quality control standards. HAL has experience of meeting such requirements as, in addition to its normal business of aircraft production, upgrade, maintenance and overhaul, it has a significant aerostructure manufacturing business for export clients. These include Airbus A320 Forward Passenger Doors, Boeing 777 Uplock Box Assembly, Boeing 737 Freighter Conversion Kits, Boeing F/A 18 Gun Bay Doors, Boeing P-8 I Weapon Doors & Tailcones, Eurocopter Ecureuil composites and Boeing -3D-Modelling/

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Digitisation of Drawings. These capabilities will stand it in good stead as it moves forward in partnership with Boeing and Mahindra in offering the Super Hornet to the Indian Air Force. Finally, it should also be noted that HAL has a strong avionics manufacturing division which has produced everything from radars to electronic warfare suites for combat aircraft. While there will undoubtedly be some adjustment to new systems and there will be some degree of work-sharing to be worked out, HAL has a capability currently absent from most private sector enterprises in its ability to manufacture and integrate sophisticated avionics on combat aircraft. This capability cannot be understated. Thus, partnering with the HAL and the Mahindra, the Super Hornet represents a massive increase in capability as compared to its predecessors. In this way, the Super Hornet, which will also benefit from periodic upgrades in respect of avionics, weapons and even minor changes to the airframe. What is less clear is whether, as is the case with the LM-TASL arrangement for the F-16 Block 70, the Boeing-HAL-Mahindra partnership will enjoy any degree of monopoly over the upgrade of Super Hornet aircraft or whether it will be just one facility offering such capabilities.

An Unprecedented Opportunity It is clear that the joint-ventures are offering India an unprecedented opportunity. Besides the TASL assembly of the F-16 and its components, and the rival Boeing-HAL-Mahindra proposal for the F/A-18 Super Hornet, the opportunity for Indian subcontractors to manufacture components and participate in spares/ LRU production and MRO facilities would pave the way for a new private sector defence ecosystem which would be a major step forward in moving India towards a more competitive indigenous defence industry. While the partners for the other aircraft vying for the IAF’s competition are also being selected, it should be noted that both MiG and Sukhoi have a long-standing partnership with HAL and may yet end up in discussions with HAL so that HAL would participate in at least three of the options for the IAF. Yet, in respect of at least LM and Boeing, this ‘Make-in-India’ fighter project is a game-changer. It breaks a state monopoly and offers prospects for the development of a private-sector military aviation ecosystem. This in and of itself is remarkable. Add to this the possibilities of overhauls, upgrades and even exports, the opportunity for India is indeed without precedent.

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he Su-30MK aircraft is a two-seat, supermaneuverable, multirole fighter designed to gain air superiority, defeat ground and surface targets using guided and unguided airlaunched weapons, as well as to perform long-range patrols and escorts. In addition, the aircraft ensures aircrew training in flying, navigation and weapon delivery. The Su-30MK can perform electronic countercountermeasures (ECCM) and early-warning tasks as well as conduct joint missions. The Su-30MK has the triplane aerodynamic configuration. To increase lift, improve maneuverability and ensure high takeoff and landing performance, canard surfaces and two AL-31FP turbofan engines with thrust vector control are installed on the aircraft. To extend flight duration, the aircraft is equipped with in-flight refueling and crew life support systems. The Su-30MK carries

a modern avionics suite, which includes on-board radar control system and integrated electro-optical sighting and navigation system with a laser inertial/satellite navigation system, as well as helmetmounted targeting, stores management, communications and EW systems. It can be fitted with IR and laser sighting pods to detect and engage pinpoint ground targets. The Su-30MK has a powerful set of weapons. The plane carries guided and unguided aerial weapons weighing up to 8,000kg on 12 external hardpoints. To engage air targets and ground (surface) targets at short ranges, the Su30MK is fitted with an internal 30mm gun mount.

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KINFRA leads the way for Kerala’s industrial infrastructure development

he Kerala Government has adopted a proactive role in the industrial development as part of the government's efforts towards the promotion of industries. A major part of the new investment is directed

focusing on industrial infrastructure development, specifically aimed at the economic development of the industrially backward regions of the State, by setting up Industrial P a r k s / To w n s h i p s / Z o n e s

establishment of KINFRA Defence Park. The project is intended to create a Defence Park with all modern common infrastructure facilities exclusive for the component manufacturers of defence Industry with

towards industrial parks to be set up in various parts of the state. There will be specialised parks, where requisite infrastructure as well as common facilities will be provided. The burgeoning industrial sector of the state owes a lot to Kerala Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation (KINFRA), a statutory body formed by the Government of Kerala in 1993. KINFRA aims at developing the essential infrastructure for various industries. KINFRA’s thrust has been to facilitate the development of industrial infrastructure in the State, and as such it has successfully completed more than two decades of excellence in this field. KINFRA has been

etc., which provide all the facilities required for the entrepreneurs to start an industry. Among the ongoing projects is:

Central Assistance from the Government of India under MIIU Scheme. The scheme is implemented by the Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion. KINFRA has acquired the land for development in Palakkad with easy access of roadways, railways, airport and seaport. Sixty acres of land for setting up the Defence Park at Ottappalam has been earmarked. The land is under the possession of KINFRA and is located adjacent to KINFRA SME Park. The industrial units in the cluster will be given shared infrastructure facilities for innovative product development. The project cost including land is `231.35 crore. The project is expecting a Central assistance of `50 crore.

KINFRA Defence Park, Palakkad KINFRA has obtained the ‘Final Approval’ from the Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, Government of India, for the proposal it submitted to set up a Defence Park. The first Defence Industrial park in the public sector in India at Palakkad, Kerala as part of the Make in India-Make in Kerala Project. This project is under the Modified Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Scheme (MIIUS). The proposed project envisages providing complete infrastructure facility for the

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excel is exhibiting at the Aero India show for the sixth time, continuing to support customers in the Indian subcontinent and throughout Asia. This year Hexcel to promote a range of carbon fibers and composites that are benefiting Indian aerospace manufacturers for commercial aircraft, helicopters and space programs. To coincide with the show, Hexcel is announcing the opening of its new sales office, Hexcel Composites India LLP. The office is located in Bangalore and will be fully operational in March 2019. Mr Vijay Sharma, Sales Manager, and Mr Ram Kumar, Technical Representative, will manage the sales activities and support key customers in the region. Hexcel has supplied carbon and glass fiber fabrics, prepregs, honeycombs and adhesives to Indian aerospace companies for more than 28 years, including Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), National Aerospace Lab (NAL), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and TATA Advanced Materials. Hexcel’s high strength and intermediate modulus carbon fiber range has been augmented by the launch of HexTow® HM63, a high modulus carbon fiber that has the highest tensile strength of any existing HM fiber. HexTow® HM63 provides outstanding translation of fiber properties in a composite, including superior inter-laminar shear and compression shear strength. HexTow® HM63 is therefore ideal for any high stiffness and strengthcritical applications including space, satellites, UAV, commercial aerospace and helicopters. Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM) is a composite manufacturing process that allows high quality components to be produced with good surface quality

and without using autoclaves. Hexcel has recently launched HexFlow® RTM6-2 to provide the industry with a bi-component version of its highly successful RTM6 resin, making it easier to transport by air or sea outside Europe. With the same chemical composition as RTM6, HexFlow® RTM6-2 provides the same high mechanical properties from a short cure cycle, including high Tg. An added advantage is that HexFlow® RTM62 can be stored at +5°C for 12 months. Hexcel will also promote HexPly M56 out-of-autoclave (OOA) prepreg for aircraft secondary structures. Unlike traditional aerospace prepregs that require an autoclave cure to achieve the required properties, HexPly M56 provides the same quality and performance from a simple oven cure under vacuum. This avoids capital investment in autoclave equipment and on-goi ng processing costs. The easy handling of HexPly® M56 for hand lay-up and ATL applications is also a benefit, along with the 30-day tack life at room temperature. HexPly M56 is available with woven carbon, UD carbon tape, woven glass and Metallic mesh reinforcements and is suitable for hand lay-up, Automated Tape Laying (ATL) and Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) processing. The standard cure temperature is 180°C and an alternative 135°C cure cycle is possible, with potential for reduced tooling costs and composite repair applications.

“SARAS PT1N has successfully completed 1st block of flights and it will participate in Aero India” CSIR-NAL has developed two major technologies like flight control software & composite technologies for Tejas as a part of 4th generation fighter. CSIR-NAL is involved in structural design, flight simulator, stealth studies for AMCA project, says JITENDRA J JADHAV, Director of CSIR-NAL. What is the progress of the Saras aircraft and will it be displayed at Aero India 2019? SARAS PT1N has successfully completed 1st block of flights and it will participate in Aero India. What are the key milestones for the project in 2019? Freezing of design configuration of production version of SARAS, aerodynamic studies and sizing of components for production version. Please elaborate on CSIR-NAL’s

role in the Tejas programme and upcoming AMCA project? LCA is 4th generation fighter. CSIR-NAL has developed two major technologies like flight control software & composite technologies for Tejas as a part of 4th generation fighter. CSIR-NAL is involved in structural design, flight simulator, stealth studies for AMCA project. Will CSIR-NAL continue to make primary air-frame components of Tejas like fin, rudder, wing Spars and fairings, centre fuselage and main landing

gear components or will these technology be transferred to the private sector for the Tejas Mk1A programme? CSIR-NAL has already identified Tata Advanced Materials Ltd as a production partner and TAML has produced so far 17 ship sets for supplied to HAL. What is the next-gen carbon fibre and composite material technology that CSIR-NAL is working on? CSIR-NAL has completed certification of aerospace grade carbon fibre and working of

intermediate modulus carbon fibre. In addition to this CSIRNAL is working on High temp composites, Light weight alloys, special coatings & stealth materials. How is the technical collaboration agreement with BEL for Electronic Target System (ETS) progressing? It is progressing very well, I understand that BEL has received few enquiries and it may get materialised soon. How are deliveries of the Drishtivisibility measuring system-

progressing and what are the key challenges overcome by CSIR-NAL in developing this technology? DRISHTI so far we have supplied more than 100 nos and we are now looking for production partner to take over for future orders. How is the HansaNG twoseater light aircraft project progressing? NAL has completed the design freeze of HNSA-NG. HANSA with glass cockpit will be participating in Aero India 2019.

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Army Aviation and Indian Navy attract manufacturers at Aero India 2019

any follow on orders in n February 21, the future. 2019, when the It is not just the Chief of Army Staff aircraft that the Navy General Bipin Rawat took and Army have shown to the skies in the Light interest. The Indian Combat Aircraft at Aero Army has shown serious India, it underlined a interest in in the Avenger shift in gravitation from UAV from the US-based the Indian Air Force to General Atomics. These other services for combat armed drones can aircraft helicopters and secure tactical options drones as far as the like surgical strike with vendors were concerned. H C Tiwari no risk to men. For the first time, the The Indian Navy Indian Army Aviation too, is reportedly and Indian Navy interested in high attracted serious interest endurance SeaGuardian from manufacturers. drones. Indian Navy HAL, for example, initially wanted 22 of is hoping to sell its new these armed long range naval helicopter with drones though the high foldable rotors for the cost price could mean Navy. Rafale is also the order to be reduced targeting the maritime At Aero India, the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas to 16. version for carrier-based carried a very special passenger, when in a first, Army India already operations of the Indian Chief Bipin Rawat flew in it just one day after Tejas was operates the P81 spy Navy. The Indian Navy is given operational clearance. The Army Chief also flew the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) that was piloted by aircraft in a $2.1 billion looking for 45 multi role Wing Commander S John, HAL’s Test Pilot. Terming the deal with Boeing. fighters to complement sortie in the LCH as an experience of life time, he said it is Thus the aviation its existing MiG 29s. This suitable for the Army to take on adversaries in any terrain part of the Indian Army contract, believed to be and different altitudes. R. Madhavan, CMD, HAL, G.V.S Bhaskar, CEO (Helicopter Complex), Wing Commander and Navy aircraft drone in the range of $6 billion, Unni Pillai, HAL’s Chief Test Pilot (Rotary Wing), and other and radar business is has seen a lot of interest senior officials from Army had a briefing session before the sortie. projected to be worth at Aero India. $10 billion over the next Similarly, the Indian decade. It is not just helicopters. Some of these Army’s aviation is the Air Force that is turning assets will be controlled by looking to create an “air heads at Aero India – a trend the IAF but may be used in force” of its own. These you will see in the years to joint operations with the included the $1.1 billion deal come with the Indian Army Army. for six Apache helicopters and the Indian Navy also The Russians have bid from Boeing; these are in increasingly in the marker for aggressively for this deal and addition to the six AH-64E aviation assets. although the Mi 26 and the Apache helicopter gunships Mi 28s lost out – both had are for 22 AH-64Es and 15 — Ninad D Sheth representatives interested in CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift

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Boeing F/A-18 ‘Make in India’ to transform defence industry

(L-R) S P Shukla, Chairman & MD, Mahindra Defence, Jeff Shockey, Vice President, Global Sales & Marketing, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, and R Madhavan, Chairman and Managing Director, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, at the Boeing booth

oeing held discussions on February 21, 2019 with its partners, Mahindra Defence Systems (MDS) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), on the proposed F/A-18 Super Hornet ‘Make in India’ plan at Aero India 2019.

The partners are developing comprehensive plans to set-up a new “factory of the future” to manufacture Super Hornet locally. The programme is expected to work with several Indian suppliers to grow a thriving defence aerospace base which could accelerate other programs. The facility will create a world-class, highly trained aerospace workforce. This unique public-private partnership is intended to bring Boeing, HAL and MDS’ global scale and supply chain, its best-in-industry precision manufacturing processes, as well as the unrivalled experience in designing and optimizing aerospace production facilities to expand India’s aerospace ecosystem and help realize the ‘Make in India’ vision. Boeing’s Super Hornet is a proven platform that offers the

fighter of the future for India – networked, survivable and reliable. Introduced in 2007, the F/A-18 Super Hornet is the world’s preeminent carrier capable aircraft and best suited for India’s naval fighter requirements – designed from day one for carrier operations. The Super Hornet is highly capable across the full mission spectrum for the Indian Air Force and is a true multi-role aircraft, able to perform virtually every mission in the tactical spectrum, including air superiority, day/ night strike with precision guided weapons, fighter escort, close air support, suppression of enemy air defences, maritime strike, reconnaissance, forward air control and tanker missions. This, coupled with designed-in stealth and the right payload capacity, makes the Super Hornet the ideal fit for India.

BrahMos ALCM and Brahmos 2 on the anvil

lmost two years after the Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) version of BrahMos was tested from a Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jet, preparations for the second test launch of the game changing cruise missile is already being planned. This was confirmed by Dr. Sudhir Kumar Mishra, MD and CEO of BrahMos Aerospace, to GEOPOLITICS. He also revealed that that a number of countries had expressed their interest in acquiring the missile in ground-launched version. The next test of the ALCM in all possibility will be a 400 km version. The range enhancement is now possible as India has officially become a member of MTCR (Missile Technology Control Regime). Moreover, a 800 km version of the same missile is also being developed with very little modifications in the launch configurations. While referring to the SLCM (Submarine Launched Cruise Missile) version, Dr. Mishra said that the maiden test was already successfully conducted in 2013 from a submerged pontoon and no more tests of the weapon are required in underwater launch configuration. While referring to the next

generation hypersonic version of the missile (christened BrahMos-2), he said that it could take upto five more years for developing the first prototypes. Meanwhile IISc-Bangalore is already collaborating with BrahMos Aerospace for developing the heat-shield for BrahMos-2 hypersonic missile. Dr Mishra also confirmed that BrahMos-2 would be in the same class of cruise missiles as DRDO’s HSTDV (Hypersonic Technology Developmental Vehicle). With the BrahMos missile system maturing in the last few years in ground-launched, air-launched, submarinelaunched and warshiplaunched versions, India is already getting export orders of the advanced weapon system from many nations. Dr Mishra said that with further increase in range and velocity and miniaturisation of technology in the NG (Next Generation) version of the missile enabling its integration with newer aircraft like LCATejas and the upcoming Dassault Rafale, BrahMos will remain a highly sophisticated and game changing weapon system for many years to come. —Amartya Sinha

Rolls-Royce welcomes Star Air as first commercial operator of Embraer ERJ 145

olls-Royce welcomed Star Air as the first commercial Indian operator of the Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft, powered by the company’s AE 3007 engine. Star Air is the newest airline in India and is backed by the Sanjay Ghodawat Group – a conglomerate in India with more than 20 businesses. To support its ambitious growth strategy, Star Air has chosen Rolls-Royce’s flagship TotalCare long-term service support for the Rolls-Royce engines on its current two aircraft, and for the expansion of the fleet in the coming year. Captain Simran Singh Tiwana, Star Air’s Chief Executive Officer, said: “As a rapidly growing airline, it is key that we meet customers’ demands for the best travel experience through providing the best product and service offerings at the right price. By partnering with RollsRoyce and signing onto the TotalCare engine service

package, we will maximise engine reliability to ensure excellence in delivery.” Justin Mills, Vice President (Customers) – Civil Aerospace for Rolls-Royce, added: “We are absolutely thrilled that Star Air has chosen TotalCare from Rolls-Royce as they pioneer exciting new regional routes in India. TotalCare® is our premier aftermarket offering, and this together with our AE 3007 engines, will be a winning combination for Star Air. We expect to build on this opportunity to strengthen our presence in India.”

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Air Marshal Rajesh Kumar, Air Officer Commanding-in -Chief of Central Air Command (CAC) listens raptly to the attributes of the capable, efficient, combat Ready KC-46A tanker with Michael Koch, vice president, Boeing Defense, Space & Security in India.

(Left) General Bipin Rawat, Chief of Army Staff and (right) Chief of Naval Staff Sunil Lanba with Loïc Piedevache, Country Head, India, MBDA Group during the Aero India show 2019.

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