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EDITORIAL

A Committee of experts set up to look into all aspects of DPP and suggesting a policy frame- work for the ‘Make in India’ campaign A Publication dedicated to in defence manufacturing, recently submitted its report, proposing various amendments to the DPP. It is disappointing Aerospace & Defence Industry that some important inputs given by industries to make DPP and offset implementation more effective to realize the ‘Make in India’ Editorial Advisory Board mission successful by committed and affirmative action by all the stakeholders namely Armed Forces, MOD,Industries and R&D did Dr. C.G.Krishnadas Nair not find a forceful expression in the same.

Air Chief Marshal S.Krishnaswamy (Rtd) Many foreign companies are upbeat about the prospects of scaling up partnership PVSM, AVSM, VM & Bar with Indian companies with the enhancement of FDI in Defence sector to 49 per Air Marshal P. Rajkumar (Rtd) cent. Thesecompanies are expected to form fully owned subsidiaries or JVs/strategic PVSM, AVSM, VM Air Marshal Ajit Bhavanani (Rtd) partnership with Indian Companies to ‘Make in India’ and capturethe market. PVSM, AVSM, VM Degeneration of ‘Make in India’ to ‘Assembling in India’ with very little value addition Rear Admiral K. Mohanan (Rtd) and creation of employment, non-utilization of infrastructure created in the DPSUs & AVSM private sectors including SMEs are potential dangers in the absence of safe guards as a Mr. Pushpindar Singh Chopra minimum of (60-70%) value addition in India and a minimum percentage as mandated Dr . K. Ram Chand exports to the global market. Indian SMEs who over the past two decades emerged Mr. J.K.Sharma as R&D Innovation partners and cost effective &reliable supply chain to DPSUs /DRDO Mr. Arunakar Mishra could suffer greatly. Air Cmdre. (Rtd) Joseph Varkey A more transparent and effective monitoring of ‘Offset’ realization by OEMs is desirable Delhi by MOD with Indian industry involvement. MOD’s DPP has essentially four channels(i) Gp. Capt. (Rtd) H.C.Bhatia Buy ‘Made in India’ (ii) Make (design and development) in India (iii)Buy and Make (iv) Buy Ashok Iyer Global. E-mail : [email protected] ‘Make in India’ mission should maximize the first three channels. For (i) to be realised Mumbai our tendering rules and procedures need to be revised. For realizing (ii)‘Make(design and P. A. Augustine development) in India’, long term requirements along withdetailed specifications must Email : [email protected] be made available with adequate time for design and development and a policy to fund both DPSUs and private sector for development.For (iii) ‘Buy and Make’ the percentage Trivandrum of ‘Buy’ should not be greater than 15to 20% of total requirement and the rest to be S. Radhakrishnan made in India with value addition not less than 60-70% and a mandatory obligation not E-mail : [email protected] only for PSUs (as is now) but also to the private corporates and JVs to outsource not less Cell: +91 9846349296 than 20% by value to SMEs in India. Germany Detlef Becker Advocacy for competition between DPSUs and private sector corporates must be Email : [email protected] checked. Firstly, these industries will not be on a level playing ground on the other hand Mobile : + 491 701626053 these have resources and strengths which are complementary to each other and can be synergized with mutual advantage and for the benefit of the nation. DPSUs are owned Doha, Qatar by the government and the private corporates are mostly financed including equity by Maya M general public and government owned and other public financial institutions. Both are Email : [email protected] national assets and must be put to optimum use by co-operation and synergetic growth. Tel : +974 70725254

London ‘Make in India’ mission with respect to Aeronautics provide challenges and Ezhil Bharathi S.A. opportunities to all stake holders, the Indian aircraft industries (PSU, private Email: [email protected] corporates,SMEs) R&D and Academic institutes, the Armed Forces and the MOD, Government of India to work in cooperation and with commitment and ‘Fly in formation’ Preethi M to success. Warmly, Associate Editor

Raji Krishnan Dr. C G Krishnadas Nair Asst. Coordinating Editor Hony. President, SIATI

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CONTENTS

Dubai Airshow 53-66

Navy’s Maritime Patrol Aircraft Boeing P-8I- dedicated

to the Nation...... 10

BRO must maintain transparency &

accountability: Rao Inderjit Singh ...... 12 Parrikar inaugurates DEFCOM 2015 ...... 16 8 Aurora Flight Sciences & Stratasys deliver first jet India, China to maintain peace powered ,3D printed UAV...... 22 in border areas Qatar Airways, Unison Industries 19 signs 10-year services agreement ...... 24

Indo-Russia joint exercise INDRA 2015 at Bikaner...... 25

Pipavav, Dynatron to pick up 20% Ukraine hands over final batch of AN-32RE to IAF stake each in Rosoboron service India ...... 30

Storm Shadow Missile successfully released from Eurofighter...... 38

GRSE eyes export of Pre - fabricated steel bridges...... 40 Boeing and Tata signs Aerospace JV in India...... 42 26 Aircraft MRO : A Cyient Perspective...... 44 Need to focus on self-reliance: Gripping Modules/Magnetic Grippers Parrikar Highest holding forces in small spaces...... 45 36 Rosoboronexport presents special

equipment , armament at MILIPOL...... 46 Eurofighter Typhoon strengthens Rockwell Collins expands India operations ...... 48 Capability in service

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India, China to maintain peace in border areas

he high level meeting between Defence Minister Mr. Manohar Parrikar and Gen. Fan TChanglong, Vice Chairman of Central Military Commission of People's Republic of China has agreed to maintain peace and tranquillity in border areas. Gen. Fan Changlongwas leading a 26-Member delegation which includes Admiral Sun Jianguo, Deputy Chief of General Staff and Lt. Gen. Zhu Fuxi, Political Commissar of Changdu Military Area Command. During the meeting the two sides agreed to implement the consensus reached between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi Jinping to ensure peace and tranquillity in the India-China border areas. Gen. Fan and Defence Minister were of the view that peace and tranquillity in the India-China border areas is the cornerstone for smooth development of bilateral relations in diverse areas. Two armed forces shoulder important responsibilities for maintenance of peace and tranquillity and agreed to further enhance communications and exchanges between the two armed forces. They reviewed the ongoing exchanges and expressed satisfaction at the bilateral military exercise Defence Minister Shri. Manohar Parrikar Hand-in-Hand. Taking note of the intensification of defence with Gen. Fan Changlong. exchanges, Indian side welcomed the proposal for the visit of Commander of Lanzhou Military region to India early next year. international level. Mr Parrikar also offered to share India’s Mr Parrikar and Gen Fan condemned the recent terrorist expertise in fighting terrorism through joint exercises etc. attack in Paris and agreed to strengthen cooperation to Defence Minister has accepted the invitation of Gen. Fan fight together this menace of terrorism including at the for visiting China. The dates will be decided later.

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Navy’s 6th Maritime Patrol Aircraft Boeing P-8I- dedicated to the Nation

,described the aircraft as one of the best for surveillance in the world today. During the flight, Shri Parrikar was given an exposure to various sensors and other sophisticated state-of-the-art equipment and their capabilities. He said the aircraft will provide the Indian Navy the necessary reach and flexibility to undertake extensive surveillance as also to respond swiftly and effectively to contingencies in our areas of interest. Shri Parrikar, complimented the Navy and its air arm for expeditiously inducting and operationalising this force multiplier, which would enable the nation’s Armed Forces to dominate the future battle space. Taking note of the spectacular efforts put in by INS Rajali and its personnel, Shri Parrikar praised the fact that, even in the short phase of trials and testing, the P-8I aircraft had achieved a number of operational milestones which includes participation The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R.K. Dhowan presenting a memento to the Union Minister in the search effort for Malaysian Airlines for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar at the Induction ceremony of P8i Boeing aircraft Sqn, Flight MH 370, the first successful firing at INS Rajali, Arakkonam,Chennai on November 13, 2015. of air launched Harpoon Block II missile in the world, torpedo firing and active

The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar interacting with the media after the Induction ceremony of P8i Boeing aircraft Sqn. The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R.K. Dhowan is also seen.

iving a boost to the firepower southern India, about 70 Km off Chennai. participation in major naval exercises. and arsenal of the Indian Navy, The ceremony was attended by a host The P-8I aircraft is a variant of the Gthe Defence Minister Shri of dignitaries including the Chief of P-8A Poseidon aircraft that Boeing Manohar Parrikar dedicated the Boeing Naval Staff Admiral RK Dhowan, and Flag developed as a replacement for P 8 I (Poseidon Eight India) Long Range Officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern the US Navy’s ageing P-3 fleet. Maritime Patrol aircraft to the nation at an Naval Command Vice Admiral Satish Soni. Indian Navy became the first impressive ceremony held at INS Rajali, Shri Parrikar, who flew in to INS Rajali international customer for the P-8 Arakkonam, India’s Naval Air Station in on board a Boeing P-8I from Port Blair aircraft with the conclusion of the nearly

10 US $ 2.1 billion contract on 1st Jan 2009 for a total of eight aircraft. The first aircraft arrived in India on the 15 May 2013 and as of date; all eight aircraft have been inducted into the Indian Navy and are fully integrated into its operations. The P-8I aircraft is equipped for long range anti submarine warfare, anti -surface warfare, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance in support of broad area, maritime and littoral operations. Its communication and sensor suite includes indigenous equipment developed by defence PSUs and private manufacturers. With its high speed and high endurance of about 10 hours, the aircraft is capable of thrusting a punitive response and maintaining a watch over India’s immediate and extended areas of interest. The aircraft are based at INS The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar presenting the National award Rajali, and are operated by Indian to the Secretary Dept. of Defence R&D & Director General of DRDO, Dr. S. Christopher Naval Air Squadron 312A under at Visakhapatnam. the command of Commander Venkateshwaran Ranganathan. BDL pays Rs. 83.71 crore as dividend

Shri. V UdayaBhaskarCMD, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) presenting the final dividend cheque for 2014-2015 to Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar at South Block, New Delhi.Secretary (Defence Production) Shri AK Gupta and Addl Secretary (Defence Production) Smt. Surina Rajan also seen.

harat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a Hyderabad paid for the year 2014-15 is Rs. 83.71 crore, which works out to based Defence PSU has paid final dividend of be 72.79% on the paid up share capital of Rs. 115 crore. BDL BRs 34.81 Crore to the Government of India. achieved a record sales turnover of Rs. 2,799.68 crore and Shri V UdayaBhaskar, Chairman and Managing profit before tax of Rs 614.19 crore for the year 2014 -15. Directorof BDL presented the dividend cheque Secretary (Defence Production) Shri AK Gupta, Addl Secretary to Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar . (Defence Production) Smt Surina Rajan, Joint Secretary (P&C) Earlier during February 2015, an interim dividend of Rs 48.90 Smt Kusum Singh and Director (Technical), BDL Air Vice crore was paid for the year 2014 - 15. Thus, the total dividend Marshal (Retd) NB Singh, were also present on the occasion.

11 Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar flanked by the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha and Minister of State for Defence Shri. Rao Inderjit Singh at the commencement of the Air Force Commanders’ Conference at Air Headquarters, New Delhi . Defence Secretary Shri. G Mohan Kumar,Secretary Defence Production Shri. Ashok Kumar Gupta, commanders of the Indian Air Force also seen.

Minister of State for Defence Rao Inderjit Singh addressing the annual Chief Engineers’ Conference - 2015, of Border Roads Organisation, at its Headquarters, New Delhi.Director General Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Lt Gen RM Mittal also seen. BRO must maintain transparency & accountability: Rao Inderjit Singh

he Minister of State for Defence “I am told that few steps have already areas. He also stressed on the need for the Rao Inderjit Singh has emphasized been taken in this regard and few organisation to put in their best to fulfil the Ton the need for maintaining more are in the pipeline”, he stated. strategic needs of the country and to meet transparency and accountability in Speaking on environmental and the requirements for the socio economic the execution of road projects by the ecological issues pertaining to development of the region as a whole. Border Roads Organisation (BRO). construction of new roads in remote The Minister commended the Addressing the Annual BRO Chief areas, the Minister reiterated that the organisation for doing excellent work Engineers’ Conference in New Delhi, government has taken various policy in building roads in remote areas and the Minister who is also the Chairman decisions in easing-out procedures for achieving the targets set for construction of Border Roads Development Board according clearances to defence projects. of strategic roads which includes (BRDB) said the main concern in road All these initiatives will help executives Indo-China border roads in north and construction is maintaining the quality and engineers on ground for faster north-eastern borders despite all odds. in construction with transparency. construction of infrastructure in border DGBR Lt Gen RM Mittal also spoke.

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Bright Prospects for MiG-35 fighter

armaments systems have brought MiG-35 close to “5” generation aircraft. There is a serious interest on up- gradation programs of MiG-29 fighters, which are currently operational with 29 countries worldwide. We have a real range of modernisation options, out of each our customers may chose one, the most suitable. The most advanced up-grade variant is MiG-29UPG, being implemented by our Corp. in India. It’s noteworthy that we have got positive experience of up- gradation under the MiG-29SMT Program in the Middle East.

Sergey Korotkov When do you think MiG-35 will CEO, RAC MiG Corp. become operational with the Russian Air-Space Forces (RASF)? or the last few years Russian At the moment, MiG Corp. and the Aircraft Corporation MiG Russian MoD are on the final phase of F(RAC MiG) has achieved a the contract’s negotiations. We have significant increase in volumes of agreed on the technical requirements its manufacturing. The year 2014’s of the aircraft and terms of supplies. revenues surpassed results of the The contract sign-up is expected to previous calendar year by 30 per cent. be done during the first quarter OF The Corporation pursues a two 2016. We expect MiG-35’s entering track policy -- one connected with the RASF’s stable during 2018-2020. modernisation of previous time-tested Development of the Russian variant models, and the second on development of MiG-35 is obviously facilitated of principally new flying platforms. by a volume of work we had done Sergey KOROTKOV, CEO, RAC MiG during our participation in the Corp. shares his perspectives of Indian AF’s MMRCA tender. Under development of his Corporation. the tender, we had implemented a number of tests and, unlike, many What developments of MiG other participants, MiG had met all Corp. are of main interest technical requirements of the tender. for your foreign clients? If it concerns new aircraft, surely Could you brief us on the it is MiG-35. I strongly believe, this main features of MiG-35? fighter has got good perspectives MiG-35 is in fact a new combat complex, on the world markets. New EW and which on-board radio-electronic system

14 contains aiming systems of “5” generation. The MiG’s current order book is Unlike the ‘classic’ MiG-29, MiG-35 is about US$ 4 billion. It includes both a multi-role aircraft. It is capable to use domestic and export contracts. smart armaments against any targets (air, ground and sea) and to fulfill a few What is the number of MiG- missions, which previously were made 29K/KUB ship-born fighters only by reconnaissance aircraft. delivered to India this year? The open architecture of the on-board As per the plan, during 2015 it is radio-electronic equipment lets MiG-35 envisaged to ship six aircraft. Once the fighter to use modern and perspective MiG-29K’s contract is fulfilled, the Indian aviation engagement means, both of Navy will have in its stable 45 MiG-29K/ Russian and foreign manufacture. KUB modern fighters. I’d like to note, that The on-board defence complex, at the same time we delivered MiG-29K/ including radio-technical and KUB fighters to the Russian Navy. opto-electronic systems, increases substantially the fighter’s survivability What are other programs, being made in dog fighting and attack missions. by MiG Corp. for the Russian MoD? One of the main advantages of MiG- We have started manufacturing of 35 is the full unification and the same a new batch of MiG-29SMT multi-role performances of its one-seat and fighters, which are successfully operational double-seat variants. At the same time, with the RASF. The MiG-31 interceptors’ the double-seat variant completes modernisation is going on under the plan. missions, which were previously rendered We also work on perspective aviation only by specialised combat trainers. systems, both piloted and unmanned. We have done a lot of efforts in order to enlarge the fighter’s life cycle and What is the current status of the to decrease its operational cost, what IAF’s MiG-29UPG Program? is really important for light fighters. A few first aircraft were overhauled and One more additional advantage of up-graded in Russia. Exactly in India with MiG-35 is a possibility of use of the assistance of Indian specialists, trained by MiG-29’s operational infrastructure. us, five aircraft had been assembled. In cooperation with our Indian colleagues we Could you talk about export plan to do the main bulk of work in 2017. contracts, implemented during 2014? Due to modernization programs, MiG-29 In 2014 MiG Corp. implemented its turns into a modern multi-role fighter. contractual obligations on the sum of Its on-board radio-electronic system US$ 800 million. The main bulk was becomes highly efficient. The fighter gets made under our contracts with the new arms systems. Combat efficiency Indian MoD. It concerns our supplies of of the fighter after its up-gradation MiG-29K/KUB modern fighters as well increases two-fold. I’d like to note also as up-gradation of operational aircraft that the aircraft’s life cycle augments, under the MiG-29 UPG Program. while operational costs decrease.

15 Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar releasing the DEFCOM brochure. Chief of the Army Staff General Dalbir Singh and Lt. Gen Nitin Kohli, Signal Officer-in- Chief and Colonel Commandant Corps of Signal also seen. Parrikar inaugurates DEFCOM 2015

he Defence Minister Shri Manohar but he strongly felt that the conventional Director General, Shri Chandrajit Banerjee Parrikar has stressed the need armies cannot be replaced and should and CII Chairman, Shri Kiran Karnik also Tto enhance the Information, be equipped by providing them the spoke on the occasion. Communications, Technology, Electronics information to fight in a well decided, The DEFCOM-2015 is jointly conducted and Cyber (ICTEC) infrastructure equipped and planned manner. Describing by the Corps of Signal (Indian Army) and capabilities of the Indian Army to India as source of human intelligence he CII under the theme “leveraging ICTEC ensure protection from disruptive said, we have been in the forefront of Infrastructure and Harnessing the Human cyber-attacks and manipulations. software development and now there is a Capital for Digital Army”. The Defence Inaugurating the DEFCOM-2015 event need to go into better hardware designing Minister also inaugurated an exhibition at New Delhi, Shri Parrikar said, while we and integration in our streams. of leading edge equipment by over fifty progress through the use of ICTEC and Lt. Gen Nitin Kohli, Signal Officer-in-Chief manufacturers of Indian and International make the army more digitalised, the other and Colonel Commandant Corps of Signal Industry at the venue. danger is disruption by the adversaries. in his speech said the Indian Army is moving The function was attended by the Chief of “My worry is information black out which towards net centricity and is implementing the Army Staff General Dalbir Singh, Senior can result out of disruptive mechanisms” a large number of communications Army Officers, distinguished speakers and he said. The minister said that the future and information technology projects. luminaries from Indian Industry, Academia wars may be in the form of cyber wars Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and R&D organisations.

The Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar with Ganga Expediton l- ‘Ganga avahan-2015’ team in South block, New Delhi. The expedition started from devprayag on 08 oct 2015 to commemorate 83rd anniversary of Indian Air force covering 2800 km of ganges river in 43 days and reached the destination Gangasagar, West Bengal on Nov 19, 2015. The team during the challenging expedition spread the message of ‘Swachh Bharat’, ‘Clean Ganga’ and ‘Beti bachao beti padhao’. Also seen in the picture are (from left) CAS, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Lt. General SK Gadeock, Commandant DSSC, and expedition team leader Wg Cdr Paramvir Singh.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi releasing a postage stamp in honour of the former President of India Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam at DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi on the occasion of the 84th Birth Anniversary of Dr.Kalam on Thursday, 15 October 2015. Also seen in the picture (from right) Minister of Science and Technology and Earth SciencesDr. Harsh Vardhan,Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar, Minister of Urban Development Shri M Venkaiah Naidu, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad and Secretary,Department of Defence Research & Development and Director General, DRDO Dr. S Christopher.

The Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha addressing at the 12th Subroto Mukerjee Seminar on ‘India’s Security Challenges : Role of Aerospace Power’, in New Delhi.

Dr K Maheswara Reddy appointed as Director DARE

Dr K Maheswara Reddy,Outstanding initially joined LRDE, Bangalore under Scientist ,Group Director (EW),has been DRDO. He obtained his PhD in the field appointed as the Director Defence of Direction of Arrival (DOA) Estimation Avionics Research Establishment and array processing in 1998 from Inidan (DARE) whichis one of the premeir Institute of science, Bangalore. Dr. Reddy establishments of DRDO carrying out is responsible for developing various research to equip Indian Armed Forces radar, laser and missile warners, elctronic with State of the Art Airborne Electronic support and electronic attack systems for Warfare and Avionics systems. fighter, transport and helicopter platforms. He is a recipient of DRDO performance Dr. K Maheswara Reddy,obtained his excellence award for different RWR BTech from SV University Tirupati and development in the years 2007 completed his M.Tech from Inidian and 2009, and Scientist of the Year Institure of Technology, Delhi and award in 2010 from DRDO.

18 Singapore Airshow to focus new Aviation Industry Trends

ingapore Airshow, one of the prominent aerospace and defence Sexhibitions in the world, will return for its fifth edition from 16 to 21 The Union Minister for Defence, Shri Manohar Parrikar meeting the US Secretary of Defence February 2016.Singapore Airshow has Mr. Ashton Carter, on the sidelines of the 3rd ASEAN Defence Ministers’ meeting (ADMM-plus), been successful in bringing together the recently held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. largest number of high-level military and government delegations and leading industry players from airlines, airport operators, aircraft manufacturers and related industries from the all corners of the globe. The 2016 edition has received a strong vote of confidence with more than 1,000 participating companies from some 50 countries all confirming their attendance at the Airshow. This constitutes over 90% of exhibition space being taken up before the show, 75% of which are returning exhibitors and industry heavyweights, such as Airbus, Bell Helicopter, Boeing, Bombardier, Embraer, Israel Aerospace Ukraine hands over final Industries (IAI), Pratt & Whitney, Rolls- Royce, ST Engineering, Thales and UTC Aerospace Systems. The projected growth of Asia’s aircraft batch of AN-32RE to IAF fleet size over the next 20 years is phenomenal. According to Boeing, Asia kraine has handed over aviation enterprises, we have received will account for close to 40 percent of new the final and eighth batch this assignment to increase the aircraft deliveries whilst North America Uof aircraft to India under number of manufactured aircrafts and and Europe will account for 21 percent the framework of a major contract expand cooperation in this area. and 19 percent respectively, making Asia’s between the State Enterprise Now we are moving steadily in fleet size the largest in the world by 2034. “SpetsTechnoExport” (the special exporter that direction, and today’s event This rate of growth emphasises the need of State Concern “Ukroboronprom”) proves it”, - stated Arthur Heruvimov, for regional investment to support and and India’s Ministry of Defence. the Deputy Director General for expand aviation infrastructure including Five modernised military transport Development of Ukroboronprom. airport and airspace capacity, and the aircraft AN-32RE were repaired Indian Air Force had ordered services corresponding increase in demand for and upgraded at Ukrainian “Plant for major repairs of 40 aircraft and their MRO and other auxiliary services and 410 Civil Aviation” for the Indian life extension on 15 years. Specialists of industries[1]. Air Force. The operating lifetime the plant coped successfully with the set This underscores Singapore Airshow’s of the aircraft was extended. task and accomplished the objectives. importance as the strategic platform “We transferred another five modernised According to VladyslavBelbas, Deputy of choice for key industry players to tap aircraft and successfully completed one Director of “SpetsTechnoExport”, on emerging markets, showcase their of the most important export contracts Ukraine has demonstrated to its Indian latest products and technologies, forge with a total value is USD 400 million. partners the responsible attitude of partnerships and be attuned to the needs After ‘Ukroboronprom’ gained Ukrainian companies on fulfillment and development of the industry in the control over Ukrainian strategic of concluded agreements. thriving Asia Pacific region.

19 Dr.G Satheesh Reddy, Scientific Adviser to Raksha Mantri receiving the Honorary Doctorate of Science by Amity University for his significant contributions to Defence Science and Technology.

Russian Helicopters launches flight testing of 2nd Mi-171A2 prototype ussian Helicopters, part of state corporation Rostec, and certification testing are also currently underway. has started flight testing of a second prototype The Mi-171A2 is the most eagerly anticipated new Russian- Rof the medium multirole Mi-171A2 at Mil Moscow built helicopter. It represents the latest development of Helicopter Plant. The new Mi-171A2 prototype includes the internationally renowned medium multirole Mi-8/ all the unique features typical of this type of helicopter, Mi17 series, with improved technical features as well as making it competitive with its global peers. Pre-flight a higher level of safety, comfort and automation. The power plant comprises a full FADEC VK-2500PS-03 engine and an auxiliary power plant by Safir, which enables the engine to be started at altitudes of up to 6,000m. The main rotor systems of the entire Mi-8/17 series have been completely overhauled. The use of composite blades, as well as upgrades to the swashplate and bushing, have reduced the total weight of the main rotor and increased thrust by 700kg. An X-shaped tail rotor with composite blades has also been added to increase responsiveness and reduce noise. These upgrades has increased the helicopter’s total take-off weight by 1,000kg in category A. The maximum cargo load carryable on an external sling has also increased by 25%, to 5,000kg.

20 Indian Army test fires BRAHMOS, hits target with precision

he Indian Army successfully congratulated Indian Army and BrahMos conducted the test firing Aerospace on the successful flight test. Tof BRAHMOS land-attack The Indian Army has already inducted cruise missile against a designated three regiments of BRAHMOS in its target at Pokhran test range in arsenal. All are equipped with Block-III Rajasthan, demonstrating the weapon’s version of missile, which was recently supreme operational capability. tested on 08 & 09 May 2015. The missile was test launched by a Mobile The land-attack version of BRAHMOS Autonomous Launcher (MAL) deployed has been operationalised in the Indian in full configuration at Pokhran,Rajasthan Army since 2007. The fire-and-forget on 07th of November 2015. BRAHMOS has the capability to take The test-fire, carried out in the user- on surface-based targets by flying deployment configuration by trained a combined hi-lo trajectory, thus Army personnel, met all the mission evading enemy air defence systems. objectives.Senior Army officials witnessed Inclusion of the powerful weapon the launch and congratulated the system in Indian Army has given it a operational team for its successful launch. distinct operational advantage to knock “BRAHMOS missile system, the most down any enemy target even in the lethal and potent weapon system for most difficult and hidden terrains. precision strike available with Indian The BRAHMOS missile, having a range of Army, has proved again its effectiveness 290-km and a Mach 2.8 speed, is capable in today’s successful launch,” Sudhir of being launched from land, sea, sub-sea Mishra, Chief of BrahMos Aerospace and air against sea and land targets. remarked telephonically. Dr. S Christopher, BrahMos is a joint venture between Secretary Defence R&D and DG DRDO DRDO of India and NPOM of Russia.

Volker Paltzo appointed as new Eurofighter CEO

he Shareholders of the Eurofighter consortium job in moving the have appointed Volker Paltzo as the new company forward. The T Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eurofighter company achieved Jagdflugzeug GmbH as of 1 January 2016. contract signatures for Volker Paltzo is currently the CEO of Atlas Elektronik GmbH the Meteor and Storm in Bremen. The 51 year old Volker Paltzo will succeed Alberto Shadow integration, Gutierrez who has been the Eurofighter CEO since June for the future E-Scan 2013. As part of Eurofighter’s rotation policy, Gutierrez will radar and the Phase 3 become the new Head of Eurofighter Programme at Airbus Enhancement. During Defence and Space in Manching from 1 st January 2016. his time, Eurofighter This was announced by the company in Hallbergmoos. also managed to increase its customer base.” Commenting on his appointment, the newly appointed In response, Alberto said: “Volker joins us in the Eurofighter CEO Volker Paltzo said: “I am looking forward to Eurofighter Programme at an exciting time in the my new role in the Eurofighter programme and I am very keen platform’s evolution and a time when the aircraft is to meet the expectations of our customers. With Eurofighter seen to be actively delivering for its customers.” Typhoon we have a world class combat aircraft on offer and Volker Paltzo has been the CEO of Atlas Elektronik I am absolutely convinced that we will continue to win new since 2011. Before that he was Chief Operating Officer customers.” He added that the Eurofighter community is very (COO) Capabilities at Eurofighter Jagdflugzeug GmbH grateful for the commitment and performance of his predecessor from 2009 to 2011 and therefore has a comprehensive Alberto Gutierrez. Volker Paltzo said: “Alberto has done a great knowledge about the Eurofighter programme.

21 Aurora & Stratasys deliver first jet powered ,3D printed UAV

tratasys Ltd, the 3D printing and additive manufacturing aircraft to maximize the benefits of additive manufacturing and solutions company,teamed with Aurora Flight Sciences 3D print both lightweight and capable structural components.” Sto deliver, what is believed to be,the largest, fastest, and For Aurora,Stratasys’additive manufacturing solutionsprovided most complex 3D printed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) ever the design-optimization to produce a stiff, lightweight structure produced. Unveiled for the first time at Dubai Airshow , the without the common restrictionsof traditional manufacturing high-speed aircraft was built using lightweight Stratasys materials methods. This also enabledthe cost-effectivedevelopment to achieve speeds in excess of 150mph. To realizethe joint goal ofa customized – or mission-specific vehicle –without to design and develop an advanced 3D printed demonstration the cost constraints of low-volume production. aircraft, the final UAV – which has a 3m (9ft.) wingspan and weighs only 15kg (33lb.) – leveraged 3D printing for 80 percent of its Design and build time cut by 50 percent design and manufacture and is built on the expertise of Aurora with Stratasys 3D printing solutions FlightSciences’ aerospace and Stratasys’ additive manufacturing. “Stratasys 3D printing technology easily supports rapid design iterationsthat led to a dramatically shortened timeline from the initial concept to the first successful flight,” adds Campbell. “Overall, thetechnologysaw uscut the design and build time of the aircraft by 50 percent.” According to Sevcik, the project exemplifies the power of Stratasys’ flagship Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)3D printing technology. “Aurora’s UAV is a clear evidence ofFDM’s ability to build a completely enclosed, hollow structure which, unlikeother manufacturing methods, allows large – yet less dense – objects to be produced,” he explains. “In addition to leveragingFDMmaterials for all large and structural elements, we utilized the diverse production capability of Stratasys Direct Manufacturing to produce components better suited to other technologies. We elected to laser sinter the nylon fuel tank, and AccordingMaking to Dan its Campbell, global Aerospace debut atResearch the Dubai Engineer our thrust vectoring exhaust nozzle was 3D printed in metal to at AuroraAirshow, Flight Sciences, Aurora the Flightproject achievedvarioustargets. Sciences’ high- withstand the extreme heat at the engine nozzle,” Sevcik adds. “A primary goal for us was to show the aerospace “Because Stratasys is able to produce parts that meet the speed UAV is 80% 3D printed with industry just how quickly you can go from designing flame, smoke, and toxicity requirements set by the FAA,ULTEM™ to buildingStratasys to flying a 3Dadditive printed jet-powered manufacturing aircraft. has become the 3D printing material of choice for many of To the best of our knowledge, this is the largest, fastest, our aerospace customers for final production applications,” and most complex 3D printed UAV ever produced.” he continues. For Sevcik, this particular collaborative project “This is a perfect demonstration of the unique capabilities with Aurora achieves one of the foremost overallgoals thatadditive manufacturing can bring to aerospace,” says Scott among aerospace manufacturers, as well as those in other Sevcik, Aerospace & Defense Senior. Business Development industries, which is the needto constantly reduce weight. Manager, Vertical Solutions at Stratasys. “This meant using “Whether by air, water or on land, lightweight vehicles different 3D printing materials and technologies together on one use less fuel. This enables companies tolower operational costs, as well as reduce environmental impact. In addition, using only the exact material needed for production is expected toreduce acquisition cost by eliminating waste and reducing scrap and recycling costs,” he concludes.

Aurora’s UAV demonstrates Stratasys FDM-based 3D printing According to Dan Campbell (pictured) from solution’s ability to build a completely enclosed, hollow Aurora Flight Sciences, the new UAV is structure which, unlike other manufacturing methods, allows large – yet less dense – objects to be produced believed to be the largest, fastest, and most complex 3D printed aircraft ever produced

Qatar Airways, Unison Industries signs 10-year services agreement

nison Industries signed a 10-year Airways as a key customer on this support, and operational effectiveness. Material Services Agreement with strategic materials agreement,” Unison Unison’s parts and services are designed UQatar Airways in support of the President Giovanni Spitale said. “This to reduce maintenance costs, lower airline’s unprecedented fleet growth rate. agreement demonstrates Unison’s cost of ownership and provide the The agreement extends through ability to support Qatar Airways’ highest possible fleet reliability. 2024 and covers external Unison new requirements for quality, technical External engine parts manufactured, parts and component repairs for all excellence, delivery and value.” supported and repaired by Unison engine lines in the Qatar Airways Unison brings strengths in the areas Industries include the ignition system, fleet which includes the CF6, CFM, of exchange programs, upgrades and power and control harnesses, sensors V2500, GEnx, GE90 and GP7200. repairs with the goal of providing and fluid conveyance systems “We are very pleased to have Qatar Qatar Airways with the highest quality for air, oil, fuel and hydraulics. Rohde & Schwarz and Tata Power signed MoU

ohde & Schwarz and Tata Power Strategic Engineering Division have Rsigned an MoUfor cooperation for Terrestrial Radio Communication solutions using Software Defined Radios to address the requirements of various projects of Indian Government. The MoU is part of their pursuit in Terrestrial Radio Communication using Software Defined Radios to address the requirements of various projects of Indian Government. Rohde & Schwarz has on its account vast experience of SDR projects for the German Armed forces and internationally, whereas Tata Power SED has required insight of the Indian requirements & capability within the group needed for MAKE in INDIA approach. The synergies of the two will be Rahul Chaudhry, CEO of Tata Power SED with Mr. Manfred Fleischmann President & CEO extremely beneficial in the programs. The of Rohde & Schwarz intention is to address the requirements

24 Brigade comprising 250 Military personnel along with supporting staff landed at Indo-Russia joint exercise Bikaner directly from Russia. The 14-day training schedule is focused on training on ‘Counter Terrorism Operations INDRA 2015 at Bikaner in the backdrop of Desert terrain under a United Nations Mandate’. The opening ceremony was held he seventh Indo - Russian joint training Exercise INDRA - 2015 organised at Mahajan Field Firing TRanges , Bikaner with an impressive opening ceremony that saw the unfurling of the National Flags of both countries amidst playing of their National Anthems. The Russian contingent from an Independent Motorised

at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges. Maj Gen PC Thimmaya, General Officer Commanding, Red Eagle Division welcomed the Russian contingent and urged both contingents to strive to understand each others’ battle drills and procedures, so as to achieve optimum cohesion and enhanced inter operability between the two forces. He stressed upon the importance of free exchange in ideas, discussion of concepts and assimilation of best practices between the troops of the two nations. Enhancing mutual confidence and inter-operability between the two armies would be a priority, he stated. The conduct of this joint military exercise is seen as an important step to reinforce actions related to the establishment and fostering of peace, prosperity and stability in the world by the two nations.

in MAKE, Buy and Make (Indian) India with high-tech communication measurement, broadcast and media, categories of the applicable Defence technology with a trustworthy secure communications, cybersecurity, Procurement Procedure (DPP) aiming indigenous tactical waveform”. radio monitoring and radiolocation. co-development and manufacturing Mr. Manfred Fleischmann President Tata Power SED has been a leading in India to support MAKE in INDIA. In & CEO of Rohde & Schwarz said, “The private-sector player in the indigenous addition, the two parties will also explore Indian market has always been of Development, Supply and Lifecycle the intention to cooperate in the fields highest interest for us, now there is Support of mission-critical Strategic of Test & Measurement solutions. a real opportunity to jointly work Defence Systems. The Division has Speaking about the association, Rahul with a respectable partner like Tata now emerged as a Prime Contractor to Chaudhry, CEO of Tata Power SED, Power SED. We are committed to India’s Ministry of Defence for Defence stated that “The MoU signed is another bring in our best in this cooperation Production, having executed Programs critical milestone in the path towards and will be honored to contribute of national importance such as Rocket supporting India’s ambitious “MAKE in the MAKE in INDIA program”. and Missile Launchers, Army Electronic in INDIA” policy. Our association with The Rohde & Schwarz electronics Warfare Systems, Command & Control Rohde & Schwarz in the field of Radio group offers innovative solutions in Systems for Air Defence Modernization of Communication will now allow us to cater the following business fields: test and Airfield Infrastructure and Naval Combat.

25 Dr. A.P.J.Abdul Kalam Memorial Seminar

Shri Manohar Parrikar, Hon’ble Minister for Defence inaugurating the seminar by lighting the lamp. Dr M Annadurai, Dr C.G.Krishnadas Nair, Shri V . Udayabhaskar, Wg Cdr Venugopal Menon are also seen. Need to focus on self-reliance: Parrikar

hrough his inspirational writings, Dr. A P J Venugopal Menon, seminar co ordinator, also spoke. Abdul Kalam created interest in pure science The following presentations were made at the seminar. Tand scientific research in young minds of India, Cmde.(Rtd) CD Balaji, Programme Director(CA) and Director Defence Minister Mr. Manohar Parrikar has said. ADA on “India’s LCA program – A role model in R&D partnership “There is a huge strategic requirement of skilled manpower in with Industry R&D, academic institutions – present status and space and defence sector. The spinoff of the space and defence way forward”, Dr Sudershan Kumar, OS and CC R&D DRDO, on will be useful for the civil aviation sector. We need to focus “DRDO Vision and plan for the present decade and beyond in on independent, self sufficient platform usable technology partnering with the industries for development”, Dr V.S.Hegde, which was one of the main focus of Kalam, said Mr. Parrikar. CMD Antrix Corporation, ISRO on “Indian Space Program, He was speaking after inaugurating the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam achievements, way ahead and R&D partnership with industries”, Memorial Seminar on “Developing and Sustaining a Vibrant R&D Mr Sudhir K Mishra, MD BrahMos on “Dr.APJ Abdul Kalam’s for Aerospace and Defence Sector” held recently at Bengaluru. Vision of developing advanced missile and the success story The defence Minister said the government under the of the BrahMos and Mr Stephane Lauret, MD, Safran India Ltd leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi shares the view on “Developing and Sustaining Make-in-India and R&D for of Dr Kalam that we need R&D and Industry which should Aerospace and Defense Sectors” with special emphasis on the be self reliant to meet the country’s defence requirement. programme of Safran India, Air Cmde Suresh Singh, Dy Senior Dr C.G.Krishnadas Nair, President SIATI, Mr. S.K.Sharma, Maintenance Staff Officer, HQ Maintenance Command, Indian CMD BEL and Mr. V Udayabhaskar, CMD BDL, Dr M Air Force, on “Indigenous development of equipments and Annadurai, Director, ISAC, ISRO and Wg Cdr(retd) systems for life cycle support of military aircraft and equipment”,

Releasing the special issue of ‘AeroMag’

26 Dr Kota Harinarayana Dr V.K.Aatre Shri. Sudhir Mishara, CMD Former Director , ADA Former Scientific Advisor to PM Brahmos

Shri. Manohar Parrikar Hon’ble Minister for Defence

Dr. M Annadurai , Director, ISAC, ISRO Dr. CG Krishnadas Nair Mr Stephane Lauret President SIATI CEO, Safran

Mr M.D.Mohan, VP, Empire Machine Tools, on “Productivity enhancement in manufacturing for Customer” and Mr Shri . SK Sharma, CMD, BEL Parikshit Sharma, HAL, on “HAL’s perspective on Make In India”. A panel discussion on India as a destination for global R&D and role of foreign OEM in “Make in India” programme was held at with Dr C.G.Krishnadas Nair as Chairman, and Mr Anup Vittal, MD, Safran Engineering Co Ltd, Mr David Orth, GKN Aerospace, Mr Rajeev Sikka, MD, Sikka Global and Mr DR Subramanyam, MD, SLN Technologies as members. Cmde(Retd) C.D. Balaji The Seminar on the second day was inaugurated by Dr Programme Director(CA) & Director ADA V.K.Aatre, former Scientific Advisor to Prime Minister and he made a presentation on “Micro and Smart Systems

Shri. V Udayabhaskar, CMD, BDL

Panel Discussion on Global Aerospace / Industry / SME Panel Industry vision in aerospace and defence manufacture and R&D for “Make in India” Mission a success. India as a the destination for global R&D and role of foreign OEM in make in India programme. Panelists: Shri DR Subramanyam, MD, SLN Technologies, Shri Shyam Chetty Shri Anup Vittal, MD, Safran Engineering, Dr CG Krishnadas Nair ( Chairman) Shri David Orth, GKN Aerospace Director, NAL and Shri Rajeev Sikka, MD, Sika Interplants.

27 Dr.V.S. Hegde, CMD Dr. Sudershan Kumar Air Cmde Suresh Singh Mr. R. Mohan, VP Antrix Corporation, ISRO OS & CCR & D, DRDO Dy SMSO, HQ MC, IAF Empire Machine Tools

Mr C P Suresh, GM, (Tech Plg), BEL Dr Gajbir Singh, MD Mr Kaushik, GM Mr Parikshit Sharma, HAL Enliving Technologies Kaushik International applications in Aerospace and Defence Systems”. Dr Kota A valedictory function in the form of a Panel Discussion was Harinarayana, Former Programme Director ADA and Chief conducted with the subject: “Dr APJ Abdul Kalam’s Vision Designer LCA, gave a presentation laying stress on “Importance for a Developed India and his inspiring leadership for R&D in of involving academic institutions in mission oriented aerospace.” Dr V.K.Aatre chaired the discussion. In addition, Dr national research programs”. “NAL’s contributions in science A.R.Upadhya, Ex director, NAL, Dr Narayana Murthy, Ex ISRO, and technology for aerospace” was presented by Mr. Shyam Air Marshal DS Khajuria(retd) former AOM, Air Headquarters. Chetty, Director National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL). Shri Dr Ragotham Rao, Ex DRDO, Dr C.G.Krishnadas Nair, and Mr CP Suresh, GM, BEL presented BEL view on “Developing and Allamma Prabhu, Faculty, Jains University, participated. nurturing small and medium scale industries as R&D partners for indigenous development.” Mr Kaushik, Director, Kaushik A special issue of ‘AeroMag’ magazine was International, spoke about “CFD in aerospace Application” and released at the inaugural session. Shri Gajbir Singh, MD Everliving technologies, gave an overview A National Advisory Council had earlier been formed of “High tech composite material for aerospace and defence” to organise this seminar with the following members : Dr Kota Harinarayana chaired the “Academy – Industry Panel Dr C.G.Krishnadas Nair, President SIATI , Dr K Tamilmani, : Enhancing the Academy – Industry collaboration for R&D and DG(Aero), DRDO, Shri Shyam Chetty, Director, NAL, Dr M Knowledge Development with Dr Datta Guru, Ex Prof. IISc, Annadurai, Director ISAC, Shri. Kaveri Ranganathan, CEO, HAL, Shri Shyam Chetty Director NAL , Shri Uma Maheswar, Chief Air Mshl (Retd) DS Khajuria, former AOM IAF, Wg Cdr(Retd) Technologist GE and Shri CP Suresh, GM, BEL as members. Venugopal Menon, Senior Executive Officer, SIATI .

From L to R: Dr CG Krishnadas Nair, Dr Raghotham Rao , Dr . Narayana Murthy , Dr AR Upadhya, Dr VK Aatre ( Chairman of panel) , Air Mashl (Retd) DS Khajuria , Mr Allama Prabhu , Mr Arunakar Mishra

28 29 Pipavav, Dynatron to pick up 20% stake each in Rosoboronservice India Military – Technical Co-operation and General Directors of all shareholding companies, and financial backing and commitment from JSC Rosoboronexport. The company has exclusive business arrangements with 23 eminent Russian Enterprises other than the shareholders in the field of three dimensional systems of the Navy (Surface / Submarine / Aviation), with an extended product portfolio. Additional decrees of the President and Government of the Russian Federation were also issued way back in 2005 to fast track services across the full spectrum of Russian origin assets of Indian Armed Forces. The company has Service Centre for Naval Systems in Mumbai, and for Avionics in Goa, while additional centreshave been planned in Vizag and Karwar.The company’s service support can be extended to the following projects: P-15, P-15A,P-15B, P-16, P-16A, P-17, P-266, P-61ME, P-1241RE, P-1241PE, P-11356 and 877EKM as also other projects.The company also supplies yard materials of Russian origin to Defence shipyards. Presently it is in the process of extending its services to the Indian Air Force, Ordnance Factory Board and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. In an interview to Aeromag Asia, Mr. V.G.Jayaprakasan, Managing Director, Rosoboronservice (India) Ltdsaid the company is going in for a massive expansion plan. The company has undertaken restructuring and bringing PipavavDefence& Mr. V.G.Jayaprakasan Offshore Engineering Company Limited(PDOC) as its partner Managing Director to enhance the capability and also trying to venture into even Rosoboronservice (India) wholesome refits of warships of the Indian Navy, including weapons and sensors. osoboronservice (India) Ltd. is an Indo-Russian Joint The “Make in India” programme of the Prime Minister Venture [JV] company incorporated in April 2005 under Narendra Modi, will offer opportunities especially in the light of RDecrees of the President and Government of the Russian restructuring, with Indian partners like PDOC with state of the art Federation, for providing the complete after sales service support ship building infrastructure and dry dock joining in. for Russian equipment in service with the Indian Armed Forces. The company has been approved by Ministry of Defence (India) Could you talk briefly about your service in the field of to provide product support and services to the Indian Navy for Ships, submarines and Naval Aviation? Russian origin assets. It has high powered Board of Directors Now, coming to the services that we render, as far as the comprising General Director of Rosoboronexport, Chief of ships,submarines and aircraft are concerned we provide repairs Russian Shipbuilding Industry, Director of Federal Service on and maintenance services for all Russian Origin Equipment,

30 including weapons and sensors. We have even upgraded many equipment facilities from our partner enterprises. It is specially Russian Complex systems for Indian Navy, with expatriate designed and developed by OEMs.In our service centre, we specialists working side by side with our veteran specialists. are able to service about 20 to 25% modules of the systems This involves supply of spare parts, technical support by the installed on board Talwar classships and modernised systems Indian as well as Russian specialist from the OEMS who are also of Kilo Class submarines, like Navigational complex, fire control our shareholders or MOU partners. The Russian partners are system, Radars, action information system etc. The Goa facility the original designers and manufacturers of strategic weapons is for aviation. There again 20 to 30 per cent of avionic modules / systems, whether it is Radars, Sonars, Rocket launchers, Guns, rotablescan be repaired at our service centre. torpedoes or missiles. So it is an entire spectrum and each of the On the whole we have done repair of more than thousand OEM is a giant in size like L&T, BHEL, etc. Being an Indo-Russian rotablesin the last seven to eight years. We also take the defective Joint Venture, enjoyinglegitimacy from Russian authorities as well equipment from the Navy on turn-key basis and send it to Russian as MoD, we are an exclusive and unique enterprise authorized for plants, which call for software upgradation or high end repairs. servicing weapon systems of Russian origin. There is no parallel to We also bring OEM specialists to the ships, submarine or Aircraft this historic landmark in military technical co-operation. We have for carrying out complete defect diagnosis of equipment and also been providing similar services for Russian origin Aircraft undertake repairs on board itself. We have a plan to enhance our of the Indian Navy. That is TU142, Ilyushin38 SD and KAMOV service Centre capabilities in due course. seriesof helicopters KA 28 and KA 31. Mig-29Kis still under the guarantee services, so we have not involved in it. How many people are working in the company? But we have plansto extend the service to Mig 29K also. We have about 27 people working in the Goa facility and Apart from servicing the platform borne systems, we also been Mumbai also has the same number. It is sufficient enough at the rendering services for installations of armament repair facilities moment and additional manpower will be inducted as need and its maintenance. For testing equipment, you need shore arises. OEM Specialists work in tandem commensurate with based support systems. We have installedand commissioned the complexity and workload. diagnostic system in Goa for the SEADRAGON system. Business Partners in India? What about service Centres? As of now, the only Indian partner is Krasny Marine Service Pvt. There are two centres for Rosoboronservice (India) Ltd. One Ltd. It is purely an Indian company andhas been holding 25 per is in Mumbai for ships and submarine. We have diagnostic test cent in Rosoboronservice (India) Ltd. But now to expand and scale up the activities we are restructuring Rosoboronservice. In an interview to Aeromag Asia, Mr. After restructuring Indian shareholdings will be 60 per cent and Russian holding will stand reduced to 40% from 75 per cent. V.G.Jayaprakasan, Managing Director, Rosoboronexport retains 26 % out of 40 % held by Russian entities. We are bringing two Indian partners, viz. Pipavav Defence & Rosoboronservice (India) Ltd said the company Offshore Engineering Company Limited (PDOC) and Dynatron Services Pvt. Ltd. each will hold 20 per cent. Krasny Marine is going in for a massive expansion plan. Services Pvt. Ltd.holding will reduce from 25 to 20 per cent. Formalities for their becoming shareholders are on the verge The company has undertaken restructuring of completion. The new shareholders will add value to the JV in terms of infrastructure and capital resources. and bringing Pipavav Defence & Offshore What are the new opportunities you are seeing in Engineering Company Limited (PDOC) as its India? Now with 60 per cent Indian ownership we are eligible to partner to enhance the capability and also participate in “Make in India”. Under this we have plan to enter into projects with Russian technology and this is one of our major trying to venture into even wholesome refits thrust area under this program.We have plans to manufacture critical spare parts, accessories etc. to meet the growing demand of warships of the Indian Navy, including arising from obsolescence. We have a small warehousing facility as of now. But, we have plans to scale up the facility to cater for weapons and sensors.The “Make in India” all three services depending on the customers’ inclinations. Other plan is to undertake refits of warships, including weapon programme of the Prime Minister Narendra systems.So far such jobs are done only by Naval Dockyards due to complexity of systems, requirement of highly skilled personal Modi, will offer opportunities especially in the / spares / assistance of OEM specialists etc. It is first time in the country that a private yard will be attempting to undertake light of restructuring, with Indian partners comprehensive refit of warships. We are confident of successfully undertaking this task with like PDOC with state of the art ship building infrastructure of PDOC, legal base of Rosoboronservice and over 20 years of refit experience of Krasny Marine Services Pvt. Ltd. infrastructure and dry dock joining in. Krasny has over 200 well trained people engaged in refits of ships headquartered at Mumbai with branches atKarwar, Goa, Cochin

31 etc. which are not available in the private sector. Now with the infrastructure of PDOC and financial strength, we will be able to handle refits of warships in a highly organized and time bound manner. The support from original equipment manufacturers’, availability of technical documentation and the spare parts give ROS(I)the exclusive capability hitherto existing only with Naval Dockyards.

How you see your Company? Rosoboronservice (India) Ltd. is a unique company and has no parallel in the world. and Vishakhapatnam, Krasny has just completed refits of four It is the only one company where the Russian Government has Coast Guard ships, and all ahead of time. They were done in three created a Joint Venture with a private company. We always want different places, one in Paradeep, two in Mumbai, and one at to provide cost effective and efficient service support to our Visakhapatnam. Refitting of warships are far more complex due armed forces in maintaining their Russian origin assets. We are at to their weapon systems. You need highly trained and experience an important turning point, poised to meet new challenges and personnel, infrastructure with adequate security arrangements, scale new heights.

India, Korea signs MoU for air service cooperation ndia has signed a MOU with Minh city is now available as an come to an agreement on various Republic of Korea (RoK) after intermediate point to the carriers issues including number of frequencies Inegotiations in New Delhi to of both countries in addition to to be increased and the quantum of enhance bilateral air service cooperation Bangkok, Macau or Hong Kong. fifth freedom rights on intermediate between the two countries. This gives an opportunity to points. Therefore, there was a stalemate the Indian carriers to provide on enhancement of air connectivity The major issues formalized are: additional options to the between India and Korea despite the • Capacity Entitlement: - The people travelling to Vietnam. growth in economic and trade relations capacity entitlement for both the • Domestic code share points: - To and tourism between the two countries. countries have been increased increase seamless connectivity for Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi from existing 6 services per the benefit of passengers, both paid a state visit to the Republic of week to 19 services per week. sides agreed to allow domestic Korea (ROK) on the invitation of Park • Points of Call: - Two additional code-share to any four points Geun-hye, President of the Republic points of call viz. Chennai and in their respective countries of Korea on May 18-19, 2015. The two Bengaluru have been granted One major success of the bilateral leaders welcomed and encouraged for Republic of Korea carriers. negotiations with Korea is the retention the ongoing efforts, including through • Additional Beyond Points: - Apart of fifth freedom on intermediate points an aviation cooperation conference, from Tokyo and Los Angeles, at 100%, which had been a bone of by their respective civil aviation two additional beyond points of contention in the previous talks. For authorities to amend the bilateral call viz. Seattle and Vancouver, fifth freedom for beyond points India Air Services Agreement with a view have been granted for Indian succeeded in keeping the ratio at more to enhancing flight connectivity carriers. This means that the Indian than 50% (10 out of 19 frequencies) which and covering more cities. carriers can mount air services was earlier only 50% of traffic rights. With the signing of the above MoU, to these destinations via Korea The signing of the MoU comes the air connectivity between the two so that the operations could against the backdrop of two rounds countries will be enhanced further and become more economical. of inconclusive talks in New Delhi and this is expected to boost economic • Intermediate Point: - Ho-Chi- in Seoul, as the two sides could not and people-to-people cooperation.

32 assault Aviation has completed certifications of FANS 1/A+ for its Falcon Dassault Offers FANS D900A/B and 900C/EX aircraft. Dassault in association with Honeywell got the approval and it will allow operators to meet worldwide mandates 1/A+ certification for preferential routing in the North Atlantic tracks region and other oceanic airspace, greatly improving communications over oceanic and other remote for Falcon 900 Legacy Aircraft routes. FANS 1/A+ provides new functionalities like the Automatic Position Reporting (ADS-C) intended to reduce traffic congestion, increase the accuracy of position reporting, reduce pilot and flight crew workload, and facilitate clearer and more accurate communication between the pilot and air traffic controllers. “As part of its policy of continually investing in improvements to its Legacy fleet, Dassault is actively committed to delivering enhancements and upgrades like FANS 1/A+ that are optimized for the Future Air Navigation System (NextGen),” said Jacques Chauvet, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Customer Service. “And by investing in such improvements, we not only position ourselves to meet customer expectations, we ensure their aircraft maintain their market value for decades to come.”

Lockheed Martin completes acquisition of Sikorsky Aircraft Lockheed Martin has closed its acquisition of Sikorsky Aircraft, a world leader in military and commercial rotary-wing aircraft. Aligned under the Lockheed Martin Mission Systems and Training (MST) business segment, Sikorsky Aircraft is now known as Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company. “We are proud to welcome the Sikorsky team to Lockheed Martin,” said Marillyn Hewson, Lockheed Martin Chairman, President and CEO. “Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky share a legacy of innovation Dan Schultz Marillyn Hewson and performance that has shaped the President , Sikorsky Chairman, President and CEO history of aviation for more than a century. Lockheed Martin Together, we are even better positioned to ensure it remains a technology leader provide the best value for our customers, at the forefront of vertical lift. rotary-wing segment, including leading employees and shareholders.” Dan Schultz has been named Lockheed Martin’s helicopter system The acquisition advances Lockheed President of Sikorsky. Schultz led integration business,” Hewson said. Martin’s commitment to provide its the integration efforts for Lockheed Sikorsky, will retain its headquarters in customers with mission-ready solutions Martin leading up to closure and Stratford, Connecticut. The line of business that are affordable and efficient, while previously served as the vice president employs nearly 15,000 employees in expanding its core business into the for Lockheed Martin’s Ship & Aviation 11 countries. Its helicopters are used growing areas of helicopter production Systems line of business within MST. by all five branches of the U.S. armed and sustainment. Sikorsky’s ability to “Dan is a former Marine helicopter pilot forces, along with military services and leverage Lockheed Martin’s scale will and has decades of experience in the commercial operators in 40 nations.

33 Eurofighter Typhoon strengthens capability in service

urofighter Typhoon engages in enhancements to the aircraft. As well as flights were conducted by pilots from the significant global deployments the Storm Shadow and Meteor missiles, UK’s 41 TES (Test and Evaluation) Squadron Edelivering high levels of there are enhancements to the radar, DASS who gave some positive initial feedback. effectiveness , reliability and work on (defensive aids sub-system) and other This early operationally focused input integrating major new capabilities avionics which will enhance the aircraft’s enables industry to make final tweaks to onto the aircraft is now ‘well advanced’ lethality and survivability across all roles. ensure that the final product is tailored and ‘delivering promising results’. The Smith said: “The testing regime over the to customer air forces requirements.” new weapon capability enhancement last few months has been relentless, and He added: “During November we will was announced by the Programme’s IPA6, a BAE Systems-based Eurofighter see further integration work with Storm Capability Manager, Paul Smith, a former Typhoon, made the first flights with the Shadow, including missile releases, and UK RAF Pilot and Fighter Weapons School new software and completed the 5th preparation for the next Meteor missile Instructor at the Dubai Air Show. Meteor missile firing. Flight test of multiple firing. Airbus Defence & Space, Spain will Paul Smith said: “We are having one enhancements to the integration and join as the fourth Flight Test Centre as of the busiest Flight Test periods in the functionality of the Laser Designator Pods IPA4 is cleared to commence testing with Programme’s history and the integration (LDP) has primarily been carried out by a focus on Weapons System Performance of the enhanced weapons-mix is well flight test engineers and aircrew from and Comms. This is the entire flight advanced and delivering promising Airbus Defence and Space, Germany. IPA6 test community operating together to results.” “Throughout 2015 we have been has since been joined by Finmeccanica- deliver real capability enhancement.” conducting a series of flight tests with Alenia Aermacchi’s IPA2 as work on the With the P2E enhancements scheduled our Instrumented Production Aircraft integration of Storm Shadow continues.” to be delivered to the Customer in (IPA) working on the integration of major The effects deliverable by both steps between 2015 and 2017 Smith new weapon-systems capability with a weapons are enhanced by the high-kinetic said that work is now underway on particular focus on both Storm Shadow characteristics and highly integrated the next batch of enhancements, and Meteor missiles. At the same time, sensors of the Eurofighter Typhoon. P3E which will enable the Eurofighter the Eurofighter continues to deliver This improves the weapons’ range and Typhoon to deploy several more effective and proven air power in both gives the pilot the situational awareness capabilities including precision-guided the Middle East and the Baltic States. This to employ them most effectively. air-to-surface weapons at fast-moving is a dynamically challenging and exciting “In the last week of October, in the UK, targets with low-collateral damage. time for the Programme, with its weapon the Customer had a first opportunity to Smith told media in Dubai: “Our Phase system capabilities continuing to grow.” test the new P2E software for themselves 3 Enhancement (P3E) Programme will Central to this last month’s capability through a series of typical operational enable Eurofighter operators to integrate enhancement work on the Eurofighter Air-to-Air and Air-to-Surface scenarios. IPA6 the Brimstone 2 on the aircraft and will also Typhoon has been flight testing for was joined by a number of other RAF assets further enhance other existing weapons the P2E Programme – the Phase 2 (up to 8 aircraft including IPA6, tankers, capabilities – including Storm Shadow, Enhancement Capability Update which co-operators and targets) to conduct Meteor, Paveway IV and ASRAAM. We aim introduces a broad range of capability Operational Assessment Testing. The to deliver P3E to the Customer in 2017.”

34 35 Rafael appoints Maj. Gen. (retd.) Yoav Har Even as President & CEO

he major Israel defence company appointments and the approval of the Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Defense and Finance Ministers of Israel. T Ltd. board of directors has Maj. Gen. (ret.) Yoav Har Even is 49 appointed Major General (retd.) Yoav Har years old, married and father of three Even as President and CEO of the company. children. He served in the Israel Defence Force for 31 years in various roles, The decision follows a unanimous including Commander of a reserve vote by Rafael’s Board to adopt the division, Chief of Staff of the Ground recommendations of the company’s Search Forces Command and in his last role, as Committee and select Har Even to serve as Head of the IDF Operations Branch. President and CEO, after careful evaluation Har Even graduated from the University of all the other candidates, in accordance of Tel Aviv with a B.A in Economics and with CEO appointment procedures of Political Science and an M.B.A. with Israel’s Government Company Authority. distinction. He will replace VADM (ret.) The appointment is still pending Yedidia Yaari who has served as Rafael’s examination of the Committee for CEO President and CEO for the last 10 years.

Jet Airways confirms order for 75 Boeing 737 Max aircraft

et Airways, India’s premier aircraft. The transaction will be completely to provide affordable air connectivity international airline, announced financed and managed through a sale and to the people across the country.” Jthe confirmation of its largest- leaseback arrangement when Jet Airways Cramer Ball, Chief Executive Officer, Jet ever fleet order for 75 Boeing 737 takes delivery of the aircraft from 2018. Airways said: ““This order is a reaffirmation Max aircraft at the Dubai Airshow. Commenting on the announcement, of our commitment to continue providing The order includes options and purchase Naresh Goyal, Chairman, Jet Airways said: a best-in-class full service travel experience rights for an additional 50 aircraft. “This order is an endorsement of our to our guests. “Just as importantly, The 737 Max incorporates the latest confidence in the long-term prospects of these new generation aircraft are highly technology CFM International LEAP- the Indian aviation sector, which reflects fuel efficient and will help drive our 1B engines, Advanced Technology the positive forecast for the country’s operational efficiency.” “Boeing is winglets and other improvements to economy, and offers tremendous proud that Jet Airways will be the first deliver greater efficiency, reliability and potential for growth and development. airline in India to take delivery of the 737 passenger comfort. The new aircraft Jet Airways has led the path in MAX,” said Boeing Commercial Airplanes will support Jet Airways’ replacement Indian aviation, providing enhanced President and CEO Ray Conner. “The 737 strategy and ensure it maintains a connectivity between domestic and MAX will bring new standards for fuel modern, environmentally friendly fleet. international sectors. We are aligned efficiency and economics, and a premium Jet Airways currently has a fleet of 115 with the Government of India’s mission passenger experience to Jet Airways.”

36 37 Storm Shadow missile successfully released from Eurofighter

Eurofighter Typhoon weapon stations, after the launch of began in December 2013 with IPA2 Instrumented Production the missiles the Eurofighter keeps a full operated by Alenia Aermacchi. AAircraft (IPA) has successfully spectrum of capabilities for both air-to-air • Six further flights were then completed a release of the MBDA and air-to-surface engagements. This is a completed in the following weeks Storm Shadow, conventionally great advantage that only the Eurofighter, to assess the Storm Shadow’s armed, stealthy, long-range stand-off among western fighters, can guarantee. compatibility with the Eurofighter’s Air precision missile. This continues the A truly swing-role combat aircraft.” Data System, and Flutter & Structural series of trials that Eurofighter Partner Storm Shadow provides a significant Coupling tests were also carried out. company, Alenia Aermacchi, is leading leap in the Eurofighter Typhoon’s A later flight was then performed to demonstrate the full integration operational capabilities, enabling the with baseline configuration for of the Storm Shadow missile with platform to deploy multiple weapons comparative analyses purposes. Typhoon’s weapon system. at a very long range well clear of danger The assessment of the Performance With support from Eurofighter from air defences. Storm Shadow, already & Loads on the aircraft while carrying Partner BAE Systems, missile designer in service with the Italian Air Force, Royal the missiles was done in March 2014 in and producer MBDA, and specialist Air Force and others, is a long range a programme known as Extended WIF trials support from QinetiQ, the trials weapon system designed to neutralise phase 1. Five flights were performed were conducted in November 2015 at high value, hardened or buried targets. with the Storm Shadows installed and a Aberporth MoD firing range, in the UK. The new weapons system will add further three with baseline configuration. The integration of the missile the capability to strike in day or night in Following this testing, IPA7 (Airbus with the aircraft’s weapon system all-weather conditions, well-defended Germany) and IPA4 (Airbus Spain) was successfully demonstrated. infrastructure targets such as port undertook an intensive campaign of The trials also verified the interface facilities, control centres, bunkers, related Aero Data Gathering trials with of the missile with the weapon system missile sites, airfields and bridges IPA4 having one and/or two Storm for pre-launch checks, demonstrated that would otherwise require several Shadows fitted in order to complete post-launch safe separation and the aircraft and missions. This is a new the WIF Flight Test phase of testing. subsequent commencement of missile addition to the Eurofighter Typhoon’s • In November 2014 inert drop- flight.Test pilot Enrico Scarabotto potent simultaneous multi-role/ tests and store jettison trials were flew the sorties and he said: “The swing-role capabilities. Powered by accomplished at an Italian test range. The Eurofighter and its weapon system a turbo-jet engine, with a range in trials saw the missile being jettisoned performed exactly as expected. excess of 250 km, the Storm Shadow from the aircraft and tracked by radar up The aircraft’s performance is not missile weighs approximately 1.300 to impact. In September 2015 two avionic significantly degraded by this heavy kg and is just over 5 metres long. integration flights have been performed missile and, thanks to the aircraft’s • The first tests on Storm Shadow in Decimomannu airbase to check performance and the large number of integration for the Eurofighter the aircraft-missile avionic interface.

38 39 GRSE eyes export of pre-fabricated steel bridges arden Reach Shipbuilders and company has applied for certification Engineers Ltd, one of the major of standards for bridges with more Gship building Public sector length and width. The trial for this is companies under the Ministry of Defence, in progress and GRSE is expecting is keen to export its pre- fabricated approval within one year. Myanmar steel bridges to various countries. and Bhutan are the other two foreign The company is selling this product to markets which GRSE is exploring. Border Roads Organisation and various The company is getting regular state governments and public sector orders from Director General of Boarder companies. Now GRSE is focusing more Roads Organisation and various state on export market for this premium governments. Last year GRSE secured product, said Sarvjit Singh Dogra, order valued at Rs 150 crore from state Dirctor – Finance who is also in charge government of Odisha and the company of Marketing of the Defence Shipyard, is expecting further orders. The state PWD Mr. Sarvjit Singh Dogra in an interview to Aeromag Asia. Department of Kerala and Tamil Nadu Peru is one of the major export markets have also evinced interest for the bridges • Major customers: Army which GRSE is targeting. Peru needs these since it is very user friendly; he said. Headquarters, State Public Works type of bridges in big numbers, since it Departments, Border Road Organisation, is very prone to flash floods every year Advantages of the Pre – Fabricated Hydel Projects in India and export which creates huge loss to the country Steel Bridge made by GRSE : to friendly foreign countries. by damaging many roads and bridges. • Quality of Bridge: The Quality • Supplied bridges The Steel Bridge manufactured by GRSE Management System for manufacturing of towards Disaster Management is meeting US standards barring length. pre-fabricated steel bridges in GRSE is well as emergency assistance : Now the length is the main constraint established and certified for ISO-9001:2008 • 12-Bridges to Tsunami for the GRSE products. More strength is • Bridge Launching & Erection is a effected areas of Andaman, in 2005 required for manufacturing bridges with simple and quick process. No mechanized • 5-Bridges to Tsunami wider space and longer length. Now GRSE material handling equipment is required. effected areas of Sri Lanka in 2005 is in the trial process of testing the product • Expected Life Span • 6-Bridges to Public Works with more strength and hopeful to comply of the Bridge is approx.25 years Department, Leh, for landslide with standardisation soon so that it can (Subject to proper maintenance) effected areas in year 2010 participate in the tender in Peru next year. • Delivery Period: Normal lead • 16-Bridges to PWD, Now the time for supply of Bridges is 2 to 3 months. Uttarakhand, India for flash flood However, GRSE supply limited quantity effected areas in year 2013 on ex-stock basis to meet • 17-Bridges to Jammu customer needs in and Kashmir, India in No 2014 emergencies. • 20-Bridges to PWD Uttarakhand, India in Dec2014.

40 Etihad, GE signs engine agreements for Boeing 777 Freighters

tihad Airways signed an manufacturers. “In GE Aviation, we see a Etihad Airways continue to strengthen agreement with GE for GE90- strategic partner that shares our values our relationship, and we are honored E115B engines to power its two in customer commitment, innovation to play a role in Etihad Airways’ Boeing 777 Freighters. Along with the and developing strong relationships growing freighter fleet and network. new engines, Etihad Airways also signed to deliver excellence,” he said. “The additional GE90-powered Boeing a 12-year OnPointSM solution services “Etihad Airways is, and will continue 777 Freighters have proven themselves agreement for the new GE90 engines. to be, a leading global airline flying in terms of outstanding performance, The new engines and OnPoint solution one of the most technologically reliability and payload. The additional agreement are valued at more than advanced and fuel efficient fleets in the Freighter will further expand Etihad $475 million (USD) engine list price and commercial aviation industry. The GE Airways’ cargo capabilities.” The GE90 over the life of the service agreements. engines will meet our ongoing business engine family powers all Boeing 777 James Hogan, President and Chief requirements to operate and maintain models and is the exclusive powerplant Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, efficient equipment in a challenging on the 777-300ER, -200LR, and Freighter. said the engine deal demonstrated competitive environment.” David Joyce, The family has accumulated more than the airline’s confidence in one of President and Chief Executive Officer 50 million flight hours and 8 million the world’s leading aircraft engine for GE Aviation, said: “GE Aviation and cycles since entering service in 1995. Tata Advanced Systems Chairman S. Ramadorai (third from left) and Tom Bell, senior vice president, Global Sales & Marketing, Boeing Defense, Space & Security (second from right) exchanging the documents of the joint venture. Boeing International President, Marc Allen (second from left), Boeing India President Pratyush Kumar (left) and Tata Advanced Systems CEO Sukaran Singh (right) attended the signing ceremony. Boeing and Tata signs Aerospace JV in India

oeing and Tata Advanced Systems • To co-produce aero structures and pursue integrated signed a joint venture (JV) that Bwill manufacture aero structures systems development opportunities for aircraft and collaborate on integrated systems development opportunities • To produce Apache fuselages in India during the Dubai Airshow. The JV will initially create a manufacturing • Accelerates momentum for “Make in India” center of excellence to produce aerostructures for the AH-64 Apache sourcing from India and are committed Solutions is manufacturing complex helicopter and to compete for additional to continue that journey,” said Pratyush floor beams out of composite materials manufacturing work packages across Kumar, President, Boeing India. “Our for the Boeing 787-9, the most modern Boeing platforms, both commercial and commitment was demonstrated by Boeing aircraft with exceptional environmental defense. Boeing and Tata Advanced Chairman Jim McNerney’s presence and fuel efficient capabilities. TAL Systems intend to grow the JV partnership at the recently concluded aerospace Manufacturing Solutions has provided in the future, with a focus on opportunities Innovation Summit in New Delhi and this ground support equipment for the C-17 to collaborate on development and JV is a clear example of Boeing’s long- Globe Master III strategic airlifter. selling of integrated systems. term commitment to Make in India.” Tata Advanced Systems Limited is a wholly “This partnership will capitalize on “TASL is one of the select few in the owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, focused India’s industrial capability, innovation and private sector in India undertaking on providing integrated solutions for talent to contribute to Boeing’s long-term manufacturing and assembly of both Aerospace, Defence and Homeland Security. competitiveness and position us for future aircraft and helicopters. The resulting In a short span of five years, Tata Advanced growth in the global marketplace,” said scale and expertise at which the company Systems Limited has become a significant Chris Chadwick, President and CEO of now operates makes it well-positioned player in the global Aerospace market, Boeing Defense, Space & Security. “It is for large-scale systems integration work becoming the premier manufacturing a demonstration of our commitment to in India’s aerospace and defense sector,” partner for global OEMs, including Boeing, further accelerate our partnership with one said Sukaran Singh, MD & CEO, Tata Airbus Group, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, of the world’s fastest growing economies.” Advanced Systems Limited. Boeing and Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, Pilatus “This agreement to establish a JV will Tata group companies have established Aircraft Ltd, Cobham Mission Equipment, propel the growth of the Indian aerospace partnerships in India to manufacture RUAG Aviation, as well as the Government sector by leveraging the world-class aero structures for Boeing’s commercial of India’s Defence Research & Development competencies of TASL and its supplier and military aircraft. Tata Advanced Organisation. It has capabilities throughout eco-system, as well as provide access Materials has delivered composite panels the entire Aerospace value chain from to India’s world-class manufacturing for the power and mission equipment design to full aircraft assembly, and capability, skilled talent and competitive cabinets and auxiliary power unit door is well positioned in other areas that cost structures,” said S. Ramadorai, fairings for the P-8I long-range maritime include missiles, radars, unmanned aerial Chairman, Tata Advanced Systems. “Over surveillance and anti-submarine systems, command and control systems, the last 12 months, we have doubled our warfare aircraft. TAL Manufacturing optronics and homeland security.

42 AeromagAsia Defence & Aerospace Magazine Special issue & Show dailies for Defexpo India 2016

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45 platform during the tour through Nepal,” said Sameer A. Rehman, Bell 407GXP climbs Managing Director, Asia Pacific. “Throughout the demo tour, our customers praised the performance to new heights capabilities of the Bell 407GXP – noting its smooth ride, maneuverability, and increased performance at high altitudes. Proving this incredible helicopter’s capability in the Himalayan mountain range was a true testament to the Bell 407GXP’s game-changing performance in the highest terrain on the planet.” Bell Helicopter introduced the latest variant of the popular Bell 407 platform at Heli-Expo 2015 in March, with great customer interest. The new aircraft incorporates the reliability and advanced technology of the Bell 407GX platform, and introduces performance enhancements, payload increase and pilot workload reduction. Bell Helicopter’s pilot began demonstration flights in Kathmandu, Nepal and into Mount Everest Base Camp area. While there, the Bell 407GXP successfully climbed to an altitude of 20,000 feet. The demonstration flight was executed from Lukla airfield, and demonstrated several landings from 13,500 to 19,600 ft. near the Everest Base Camp.

“I was incredibly pleased with the performance of the aircraft and to ircraft tours Nepal while demonstrating superior demonstrate the increased power, performance and economics performance around Mount Everest of the new M250 Rolls-Royce engine, producing 862 horsepower,” A Bell Helicopter announced the successful said Bell Helicopter demonstration pilot Will Williamson. demonstration tour of the new Bell 407GXP throughout Nepal. “The aircraft performed extremely well, and I was able to “Bell Helicopter demonstrated the heightened capability demonstrate the aircraft’s ability to land at base camp and pick up and customer-driven enhancements of the popular Bell 407 passengers for potential recoveries back down the mountain.”

Rosoboronexport presents special equipment , armament at MILIPOL osoboronexport, part of the all states, regardless of the geopolitical Rosoboronexport will hold the Rostec State Corporation, circumstances. That is why we are presentations of the type integrated Rexhibited advanced Russian open to working closely with all parties security projects for cities, critical facilities, special technical facilities, equipment interested in cooperation, including land and sea borders, and major sporting and weapons for law enforcement the European partners. Our solutions events. These systems are designed agencies at the MILIPOL 2015 International have been successfully used by Russian to create a single information space, Exhibition of Internal State Security. law enforcement agencies and can coordinate and control the activities “Russian products for law enforcement significantly strengthen the security of various law enforcement agencies agencies are exported to more than of any country,” said Valery Varlamov, and special services. The components 40 countries. Terrorism, crime, illegal Head of Rosoboronexport’s Security available with partner countries as well migration, drug trafficking and department, who leads the company’s as domestically-developed products smuggling pose an obvious threat to delegation at the exhibition. can be integrated into them.

46 47 Colin R. Mahoney, Senior Vice president , International and service solutions , Rockwell Collins with Jim Walker, Vice President and Managing Director, Asia Pac, International and Service Solutions, Rockwell Collins and Sunil Raina , Managing Director of Rockwell Collins India. Rockwell Collins expands India operations

Senior Vice President , International and Service Solutions , Rockwell Collins. Rockwell Collins opened a new, expanded facility in Bengaluru, in addition to Hyderabad, to increase focus on Indian business. “The opening is a reflection of our commitment to India, as well as the increasing demand for services from our India Design Center (IDC) in Hyderabad,” said Sunil Raina, the new Managing Director of Rockwell Collins India. “We chose Bengaluru because of the high concentration of engineering talent there and the fact that it is an aerospace hub.” Rockwell Collins announced it has signed a 15-year lease for the Bengaluru building, Colin R. Mahoney, Senior Vice President , International and Service Solutions , which will initially house 30 employees. Rockwell Collins inaugurating the Bangalore Office of Rockwell Collins India The company expects that number to reach 100 in just one year of operation. n order to take advantage of the rapidly growing economy Rockwell Collins has entrenched in the commercial and aerospace industry in India, Rockwell Collins, a leader aviation market in India, as demonstrated by the Iin communications and aviation electronic solutions for selection of the company’s advanced avionics, including commercial and military customers worldwide, is expanding its communication, navigation, surveillance and information operation in this country by starting a new facility in Bengaluru. management system for IndiGo, SpiceJet and Jet Aiways, “Rockwell Collins’ strength in network enabled communications and its Dispatch asset management performance systems, innovative avionics for commercial and military based services for Air India’s Boeing 787 Fleet. platforms, precision navigated systems, simulation and Rockwell Collins advanced avionics, cabin and training, and nose to all systems for unmanned aerial vehicles information management system can also be found (UAVs) align well with India’s needs”, said Colin R. Mahoney, standard on business aircraft throughout the region.

48 For defense application the company is Gripping systems focused on communications and avionics solutions that provide enhanced situational awareness solutions for fixed and rotary Web tool creates individual 3D wing aircraft, as well as SATCOM, Electronic Warfare (EW), and networking systems. gripper jaws at one press Current programs for Rockwell Collins in India include: • Electronic Counter- Counter CHUNK eGrip is the world’s Measure radio modules for ECIL first fully automatic 3D design • Do 228 communications and Stool for additively manufac- navigation equipment for Hindustan tured gripper fingers. SCHUNK Aeronautics Limited for Indian eGrip needs only minimal data for Navy, Coast Guard and Air Force. the fully automatic cal-culation of • Communications and navigation the optimal 3D contour, pricing, Systems for Indian Air Force and delivery time. The license-free, use with foods, it can also be reliably used platforms, including C-130, browser-based web tool from the in connection with aggressive media. C-17 and new helicopters. competence leader for clamping Due to their low weight, the top jaws • Indian Navy for communications technology and gripping sys- are ideal for minimizing cycle times and and avionics on platforms such tems, SCHUNK reduces the design power consumption of systems; they as P8I and new helicopters. and ordering time for customized can also be used with smaller robots or • 721S fixed Site Ground radio as part gripper fingers to only 15 minutes. handling systems. In combination with of an advanced telemetry system the SCHUNK BSWS quick-change jaw for the Indian Air Force through Park With the intelligent software, which is system grippers can be re-equipped for Controls & Communications (P) Ltd. available around the clock and doesn’t Rockwell Collins design center in require a separate CAD program, the Hyderabad India augments the company’s user has to upload the workpiece or existing engineering capabilities. The component as a STEP or STL file and India Design Center (IDC) was created to enter additional specific information, help Rockwell Collins expand its global such as the weight, installation position footprint, meet the needs of customers in of the gripper and finger length. In a few this region, and increase access to high- seconds, the user receives a detailed quality engineering and design talent. offer con-taining the 3D contour, the This center also enables Rockwell Collins delivery time, and the price. SCHUNK engineering teams to work collaboratively eGrip can quickly calculate even complex around the world and around the clock geometries. Users can either order the to develop innovative solutions. top jaws right away or save the offer and Rockwell Collins’ IDC is dedicated to retrieve it later. In addition, the outer product development for global markets, contour of the generated assemblies, with initial work focused on the design consisting of the gripper, top jaws and of display applications for commercial workpiece, can be downloaded in STL and military customers and Flight format for immediate use in the system Management Systems. The IDC currently design. has 630 employees with plans to continue a new parts spectrum within seconds. In to grow the facility at a steady rate. Time and Cost advantage the first phase, SCHUNK eGrip top jaws are Rockwell Collins’ facility in Gurgaon, The affordable additively manufactured available for SCHUNK uni-versal grippers Haryana, houses the business SCHUNK top jaws can be quickly PGN-plus 40 to 125 and for SCHUNK small development, program management, manufactured and are made of component grippers MPG-plus 20 to 64. systems engineering and related support lightweight, wear-resistant polyamide Other series are planned. activities for net-enabled communications, 12, in either white or black. For use in eGrip SCHUNK eGrip reduces the navigation, surveillance, displays, sensors, pharmaceutical and medical applications, design and ordering time for indi-vidually simulation and training and integrated top jaws are also available in FDA- shaped gripper fingers to only 15 minutes. systems and subsystems for airborne, approved polyamide 12. Since polyamide The software automatically generates the ground and maritime applications. is resistant to chemicals and suitable for optimal 3D contour of the gripper fingers.

49 COMSOL releases new simulation Apps OMSOL, Inc. the leading the power and accuracy of COMSOL highly productive model building, app provider of multiphysics Multiphysics throughout organizations. design, and deployment tools that Cmodeling, simulation, and The Application Builder allows allow their simulation applications application design software, releases companies to communicate across to be used by users everywhere. the COMSOL Multiphysics® version 5.2 multiple departments, knowing that providing the simulation community the simulation expert is able to maintain the only fully integrated environment control, enforce quality standards, and for creating simulation apps. ensure that the results can be trusted. This version of COMSOL Multiphysics® “We leveraged the Application Builder and COMSOL Server™ simulation software to more efficiently communicate complex environment delivers new features, design ideas across multiple simulation improved stability and robustness, and and process departments, which has faster execution. Major upgrades to the allowed app users to easily explore the Application Builder available in COMSOL outcome of proposed designs,” said Multiphysics include the new Editor Borja Lazaro Toralles, Research Engineer Tools for easy creation of user interface on the Manufacturing Technology This simulation app is intended for the simulation components, commands for dynamic Centre (MTC) simulation team. of mixers equipped with axial or radial impellers. updates of graphics, and more control For a given geometry, the application computes over the deployment of simulation apps. Collaborate with COMSOL the efficiency of the mixing process. The vessels, Running simulation apps using Server™ Software which are available in three different shapes, can COMSOL Server in a corporate network The new features in version 5.2 of also be equipped with baffles and any of eleven or in the cloud is now up to five times COMSOL Server™ are designed to different types of impellers. faster. Many updates, new features and facilitate collaboration between users simulation application examples are and departments while simplifying New features and tools also available for the add-on electrical, in Version 5.2 mechanical, fluid, and chemical products. • COMSOL Multiphysics®, Application Builder, and COMSOL Server™: Streamlined Clearly Communicate Designs workflow in the Application Builder with the Application Builder with Editor Tools for bringing any model In COMSOL Multiphysics® 5.2, the parameter, physics setting, and results Application Builder features an optimized such as numerical data and plots into workflow. The new Editor Tools make the the user interface of an app with a few creation of user interface components mouse clicks. Enhancements to user easy and quick. Simulation specialists can experience with the customization of graphic toolbar buttons, plot while solving, The thermal properties of a finned pipe are dynamics updates of graphics, improved derived from the results of a conjugate heat copy-paste between applications, and transfer simulation. The app user can change more. A more powerful COMSOL Server™ aspects of the design such as the arrangement of with applications launching up to five the inner grooves and outer fins. times faster, the ability to reconnect to running applications, and launch of administration tasks. “A new caching single dedicated applications upon login. function allows applications to start More robust license management with five times faster or more; additionally, better handling of lost connection and With this simulation app users can test different administrators can assign a single licenses released during a session. beams, materials, and loads to analyse the application to be launched instantaneously • Geometry and Mesh: Mesh Parts resulting stress, strain, and displacement. when users log in,” said Ed Fontes, are introduced making it easier to CTO of COMSOL. “These are just few of import surface and volume meshes for now bring any model parameter, physics the many new features and concepts use in geometry building. More robust setting, and results, such as numerical introduced with version 5.2.” tetrahedral meshing. An additional data and plots into the user interface of COMSOL Multiphysics version 5.2 geometry operation, Partition Domains, to an app with a few mouse clicks. This is provides simulations experts with a extend the reach of hexahedral meshing. one of several tools available to create cutting edge user experience in simulation • Mathematical Modeling Tools, practical simulation apps and share app design and sharing by integrating Studies, and Visualization: Annotations

50 51 for displaying customized texts and domain. Shared library files can be used results in 2D and 3D plots. Users can to create magnetic materials that include choose to store only a selected part hysteresis and irreversible effects. Smith of the solution for postprocessing plots are available in the RF Module. purposes. PARDISO solver for clusters. • Fluid: Laminar three-phase flow Improved FFT studies. Residual operator multiphysics interface in the CFD Module that can be used to plot the residual in based on the phase-field method. each point in space to get an intuitive More turbulence support for rotating visualization of where the error is largest. machinery and a free surface tool for • Apps: More than 50 app frozen rotor studies. With the Pipe Flow examples demonstrating the Module users can model compressible Simulation app based on a model of a power of the Application Builder flow in pipes and expansion and capacitive touchscreen. The user can control the for electrical, mechanical, fluid, contractions due to sudden changes in position and orientation of a finger pressing the and chemical simulations. the cross-section area of the pipes. touchscreen, and then compute the capacitance • Multipurpose: The Particle Tracing • Chemical: The Chemical Reaction matrix. Module supports model particle-matter Engineering Module allows catalytic interactions for simulating high-energy particles of different particle shapes improvements in the Structural physics and powerful particle counters (spheres, cylinders, flakes, and user Mechanics Module for curved surfaces for counting the number of particles defined based on area and volume). and small relative displacements. The in domains and on boundaries. The Corrosion Module supports the Heat Transfer Module has a symmetry • Electrical: The AC/DC Module features modeling of thin beam structures. plane for surface-to-surface radiation an effective nonlinear constitutive relations • Mechanical: Shared library files and external temperatures for thin formulation for approximating nonlinear can be used to create nonlinear layers. The Acoustics Module includes magnetic materials in the frequency structural materials. Contact robustness octave and 1/3rd octave plots.

New ultra long range Falcon 8X debuts in Las Vegas

assault Aviation’s new of the aircraft’s third generation near Bordeaux, France. Eight aircraft are flagship, the Falcon 8X, EASy flight deck, is also advanced. currently in various stages of assembly Dmade its debut at the NBAA’s Derived from the popular Falcon in Mérignac and ground was recently Business Aviation Convention and 7X and featuring many of its industry broken there on a new six-bay hangar to Exhibition (BACE) in Las Vegas. leading technologies, the ultra-long handle maintenance and repair work for Since first taking to the air last February, range Falcon 8X (6,450 nm/11,945 the 8X, the 7X and other Falcon models. the three aircraft in the flight test km) was unveiled in May 2014 at the “We are extremely satisfied with the program have accumulated 380 flight European Business Aviation Convention way the 8X program is progressing. hours over 185 flights, and are now more & Exhibition and rolled out on December Aircraft flight performance, notably long than two thirds of the way towards FAA 17 of the same year. It will offer the range capability, has fully met design and EASA approval. The flight envelope greatest range and the longest cabin of targets and production ramp up has has been fully opened and s/n 01 any Falcon and the largest selection of proceeded smoothly,” said Dassault recently reached a speed of Mach 0.97. cabin configurations in the industry. Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier. The portion of the program dedicated In parallel with flight tests, Dassault is “We anticipate certification by mid-2016, to certification, including takeoff and continuing to ramp up production at on schedule, with initial deliveries to landing performance and validation its final assembly facility in Mérignac, follow in the second half of the year.”

52 Aviation Middle East Dubai Airshow 2015

53 UAE Airforce signed $1.27 billion deal with SAAB he United Arab Emirates Air existing aircraft, we are very happy to Force has signed a purchase continue our relationship with Saab.” T agreement with Swedish Saab Group President and CEO, Aerospace firm Saab at Dubai Airshow, Håkan Buskhe, said: “We are an worth US$1.27 billion. The deal will extremely proud supplier to the UAE see the UAE purchase two new Global Air Force, and we think, in cooperation 6000 long-range surveillance aircraft, with the UAE Air Force, that this deal featuring brand new to market operating is the start of something new. systems, while a further two Saab The new platform offers increased 340 jets already in UAE ownership endurance and a newly developed will undergo systems upgrades. suite of sensors that the UAE will Unveiling the deal at the Dubai be the launch customer for. Airshow, Major General Abdullah Al This will be a game changer Hashimi said: “I am really happy to for surveillance capability going announce the first deal that has been forward.”While a time frame for the signed between the United Arab deal is still to be formally agreed, Emirates Air Force and Saab Industrial the UAE says it expects to take this year, to buy two new aircraft for the delivery of the aircraft, which have amount of US$1.27 billion. By buying air-to-air, ground-to-air and air-to-sea two new aircraft, and upgrading two capability, in around two years time. Airbus ACJ 319neo wins new customer Vertis Aviation, managed the aircraft acquisition. Delivery of the “green” aircraft is planned for the second quarter of 2019. “We are already seeing good demand for the ACJ319 worldwide on the VVIP charters we operate for charter company partner Vertis Aviation and look forward to growing our fleet offering with the ACJ319neo,” says 28 East Partner Luca Madone. ”Clients already enjoy the big comfort of our aircraft which affords plenty of space for them to move around, relax and work and arrive refreshed on up to 13 hour flights,” says K5 Aviation CEO Erik Scheidt. ”The extra range of the ACJ319neo will enable us to offer longer flights and more city-pairs,” he added. “Corporate jet customers increasingly want more from top-of- the-line jets – more comfort, more space and more capability - and the Airbus ACJneo Family delivers on every count,” adds Airbus Chief Operating Officer, Customers John Leahy. Airbus’ ACJneo Family combines new fuel-saving engines, irbus’ ACJ319neo has won another commitment, wingtip-mounted Sharklets and other improvements to give taking total sales of the new private jet family, customers and operators better fuel efficiency and greater Awhich includes the ACJ320neo launched earlier this range, including giving the ACJ319neo a flying time of 15 hours. year, to six aircraft. Many of the sales are repeat orders from Airbus’ ACJneo Family is the only top-of-the-line corporate jet existing customers, highlighting the appeal of the family. offering to deliver benchmark features such as the increased This will be the first ACJneo Family aircraft to be operated protection offered by fly-by-wire controls, Category 3B by K5 Aviation of Germany, which already manages three automatic landing, and options such as a runway overrun ACJ319s that are offered for VVIP charter exclusively protection system (ROPS). More than 170 Airbus corporate through Vertis Aviation. 28 East, jointly owned by K5 and jets are flying on every continent, including Antarctica.

54 Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, Director General, Saudia, chairman of SAEI’s Board of Directors, said ”Saudi Arabia is well-equipped to capture the increasing demand for aviation-related services from this market, and this state-of- the-art facility will definitely put the Kingdom on the global aerospace and aviation industries Map, and support it in achieving the diversification goals by driving the growth of the civil and military aerospace industry through SAEI announces the launch of ensuring the transfer of state-of-the-art technology and know-how in addition to SR 2.87 billion MRO Facility creating thousands of jobs for Saudis.” The SR2.87 billion MRO Facility was audia Aerospace Engineering The new facility incorporates a new developed by a joint venture lead by Industries (SAEI) announced the maintenance, repair and overhaul Turkey’s TAV and including Al Habtoor Slaunch of the largest state-of-the- facility (MRO) in Saudi Arabia covering Leighton Group (HLG), and Al Rajhi, art facilities in the Middle East for civil an average area of 1 million sq. meters and planned for completion by the and military technical aviation services and introduces the latest technology end of 2016 placing SAEI in the top located at the northeast of King Abdul- combined with enviable track record of ranks of MROs worldwide and making Aziz Airport in Jeddah.The launching of aviation engineering backed up by an it the largest in the region with a wide the New MRO facility was announced experience of more than 55 years and range of capabilities for aircraft, engines on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow. the highly qualified Saudi workforce. and component maintenance.

SAEI and AFI KLM E&M to set up joint component MRO services audia Aerospace Engineering and will further assist SAEI to develop the our growth plans through extending our Industries (SAEI), the leading Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) cooperation on components support for Saviation technical solutions capabilities for future Airbus and Boeing our current and future customers’ fleet.” provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Aircraft at SAEI’s facilities in Jeddah, Saudi Franck Terner, EVP AIR FRANCE KLM have signed an agreement with Air Arabia. In turn AFI KLM E&M will use SAEI Engineering & Maintenance added: “ The France Industries KLM Engineering & as a subcontractor for those parts as SAEI signing of this important agreement with Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) to enter already holds existing capabilities. one of the biggest MRO in the Middle East into a long term strategic partnership. Nader Khalawi, Chief Executive Officer further demonstrates the competitiveness Through a power by the hour scheme, AFI of SAEI, said: “with a new facility and of our 777 and 787 offering. We are KLM E&M will support Saudia Airlines with advanced capabilities, our trust-based honored to be able to strengthen our Boeing 777 and 787 Aircraft Components partnership with AFI KLM E&M supports long-term cooperation with SAEI “. Website: www.alsalam.aero

Alsalam Aircraft exhibits growth of Aviation industry in Saudi Kingdom

lsalam Aircraft company of reached in the aviation industry.” Saudi Arabia exhibited the Alsalam supported by the leadership of Adevelopment of aviation the Kingdom, is contributing significantly industry in the kingdom and boost in to the Kingdom’s strategy aiming to the company’s position as a strategic develop its national capabilities in offset partner established to achieve the field of military and commercial self-sufficiency in the field of aircraft industry through the transfer of maintenance, modification, overhaul and advanced technology in this field. manufacturing at the Dubai Airshow. Alsalam’s CEO explained that his Alsalam’s participation focused on company enjoys distinct and strong strengthening its position in the Middle relationships with major international East and the entire world as a major companies specialized in aviation player in this sector. Alsalam exhibited sector such as Boeing , BAE Systems, major achievements over recent years and that the company is always keen to as well as present, its most prominent develop this relationship over the years works in manufacturing, training and through the signing of agreements maintenance fields. Parts of aircraft and memorandums of cooperation Eng. Mohammed Noor Fallatah spare which had been manufactured by to work together on major projects of CEO, Alsalam Alsalam was displayed in Alsalam’ stand. common interest to serve the aviation Alsalam’s CEO, Eng. Mohammed industry in the Kingdom, pointing out Middle East’s leading provider of heavy Noor Fallatah said: “Our participation signing of the recent agreement which maintenance, repair and overhaul for in this great event is a reflection of has been entered into between Alsalam both wide and narrow body aircraft and development progress in aviation Aircraft company, Boeing and Saudia or programmed depot maintenance industry in the kingdom. It also reflects Aerospace Engineering Industries for the and technical support for military the company’s keenness to show its establishment of a support facility for the fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. latest developments and the high-quality vertical flight in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Alsalam has set a platform in the integrated services it offers in the field of Alsalam Aircraft Company (AAC) is region for aircraft manufacturing by maintenance, overhaul and modification a joint venture company established producing a wide range of commercial of civil, military and private aircraft, in 25 years ago under the Kingdom of aircraft parts and components. This addition to the field of manufacturing Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense and new line of business has widened in which the company has reached an Aviation Economic Offset Program. our experience and increased our advanced path reflecting the potential Alsalam is a strategic resource for assets in the aviation industry. and capacity, which the Kingdom has providing the Kingdom with self- sufficiency in the field of military and commercial aircraft maintenance through technology transfer and trainingof Saudi Nationals. With its 25 years in the aviation industry covering a wide range of technical services for commercial, military, corporate and VIP aircraft, Alsalam continues to place its customers’ interests first and match its services against the ever evolving needs. Alsalam has proven itself as the

56 First time exhibitors give Dubai Airshow Thumbs up

he Dubai Airshow continues to only to the phenomenal growth market interest in a number of attract new exhibitor interest trajectory of the industry but also projects and initiatives. T with manyfirst-time participants underscores our commitment to Frederic Pinlet, President of Paris- from a wide range of industry sectors ensuring that the aviation sector is headquartered Concorde Future is taking part in the 2015 edition. represented across all areas of the leading a delegation to Dubai Airshow With expertise in a wide range business mix,” said Michele van Akelijen, to not only scope out investor potential of industry sub-sectors through Managing Director, F&E Aerospace, but to promote the future of supersonic to groundbreaking space age organiser of the Dubai Airshow. aircraft to a receptive audience. technology and supersonic travel, In addition to showcasingunique “We decided to come to Dubai as this year’s cadre are adding their voice capabilities and services, the 2015 line- everything in the world happens in this to the more than 1103 exhibitors at up of new exhibitors is also part of the DWC, Dubai Airshow Site. gauging “Since its inception, the Dubai Airshow has continued to attract ever- increasing numbers of new exhibiting partners. This is due not

57 the world and it is a crossroads for all businesses. The dream and spirit of Concorde and its story as the first supersonic airline is very much alive and there are many projects that could be born now, even including the original concept as a piece of history or for show. A lot of people in the industry are talking about the future of large supersonic aircraft, and there is a lot of enthusiasm,” he said. For Shant Katcherian, Avionics Development & Co-Founder of Lebanon’s SkyPro UAV, which produces small surveillance UAV aircraft, the Dubai Airshow is a one-stop shop location for attracting new business. “It is the place to be for big and small companies alike. We are a small start- up and already have military customers, but are looking to expand, and this is the right venue for that. We would absolutely come back in 2017,” he said. New technologies are clearly a major focus for this year’s show and Peter Coker, Managing Director and CEO of Martin Jetpack, which recently signed a deal with Dubai Civil Defence, has high hopes for business growth in the region. “As an airshow, this clearly rates as one of the best. We didn’t know what to expect, as people didn’t know what the Martin Jetpack was, but since we’ve arrived, the interest has been phenomenal. In this area, we’ve sealed our first deal and that’s thanks to the Dubai Airshow. Without this event, this wouldn’t have been possible.” Established UAE SMEs are also targeting the Dubai Airshow this year as infrastructure developments in the aviation industry, and Expo 2020 plans, drive related demand across various areas of the business. Dubai-based Globe Hi-Fabs Middle East Managing Director, Rahul Chopra, selected the Dubai Airshow as a platform for future commercial growth as well as to push overall brand awareness of the aircraft refueller and dispenser company products. “The Middle East and Africa market is a big market for us and after just a few days we have a few deals that are quite close, and if not signed by the end of the show then we expect to have something close within the next 10 days.” Similarly, Rammohan Kottieh, Director ofmulti-disciplinary service and supply company, Foremost International, is looking ahead to the next phase of development as a catalyst for business growth. He remarked: “The Dubai Airshow is the best place to meet new clients, as the emirate has a number of aviation sector initiatives underway such as the development of its new Aviation District and expansion of Dubai Airport Freezone. We’ve had a busy schedule and will definitely come back in 2017, but with a bigger stand.” Nabeel Ahmed, Commercial Director, UK-based BCT Aviation Maintenance, added“The show is buzzing with exciting opportunities and there is a lot of interesting services that we are looking to expand

into that could help support our growth into the Emirates.” Following a number of successful on-site meetings, the company is already in early stage discussions with several potential clients. Ahmed added: “There’s definitely scope for us to come back to the Dubai Airshow. It is proven to have good footfall, there’s a high quality of attendees.”

58 Bahrain International Airshow on target for success he Bahrain International Airshow, one of the major Aerospace event in the TMiddle East, has grown significantly over the years and the next edition in January 2016 will see the participation of more companies with increased international presence. Now in its fourth edition, BIAS is a focused global aviation event providing its elite list of aerospace business participants the opportunity for high-level networking in exclusive surroundings. The Bahrain International Airshow in January 2016 will see the biggest show to date with increased participation by 60% since the inauguration in 2010. The exhibition hall has increased by 47% since the last event and the Delegations program has increased participation by 200 % since 2012. At the Dubai Airshow, His Excellency Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications for the Kingdom of Bahrain and Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Organizing Committee for BIAS said, “We are delighted to see the show evolve. It reinforces and strengthens the shows position on the aerospace calendar and demonstrates the demand for an event of this type in the Middle East.” With just 40 chalet participants and dedicated exhibition space, the event allows participants the opportunity to meet the extensive civil and military delegations invited as guests of HH Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa - HM the King’s Personal Representative and Chairman of the His Excellency Engineer Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed Supreme Organising Committee of BIAS. Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications The forthcoming show will also see the Kingdom of Bahrain launch of a Hosted Buyer program providing suppliers direct access to potential buyers. This new networking the world to participate within a themed symposium. Amanda program is open to both participants and visitors to the show Stainer, Commercial Director for Farnborough International and provides yet another reason to take part. In addition, a Ltd, added, “We are delighted with the success of the show and two day conference program covering Air Transport in the are looking forward to seeing the new opportunities which 21st Century will take place on the 22 and 23 January 2016. will give clients even more reasons to attend. There are a few CEO’s from key airlines from around the world have been invited participating options still available so we would urge anyone to speak. The conference will have a dedicated focus; Day one interested to speak to the team at Dubai for more information.” will feature Airlines & the Passenger Experience and day two The exhibition hall, in 2016, will also feature the RAF will feature Meeting Current Demands on Airports & Airspace. Museum timeline – showcasing how the UK and Bahrain 2016 will also benefit from the Manama Air Power Symposium have worked together over the past 100 years. The (MAPS) – held on the day prior to the start of the show. MAPS will exhibition feature hall space has increased by 47% from see over 30 air force chiefs and some 200 officials from around 2014 with a new and exciting exhibitor line up.

59 Dubai Airport Show 2016 expected 15 % growth

he 16th edition of Airport Show being a complete sell-out once again. 300-plus exhibitors will be held in Dubai from May Daniyal Qureshi, Group Exhibition T9 to 11, 2016, bringing together Director at Reed Exhibitions Middle from over 30 countries more than 300 exhibitors from over 30 East, organizers of Airport Show and countries to showcase their innovative co-located events, said: “The Middle Event to occupy and game-changing products offered East has displayed an unprecedented to key decision-makers across the appetite for aviation growth and regional 15000 square metres Middle East, North Africa and South authorities are putting in place the airport Asia (MENASA) aviation industry. developments necessary to handle exhibition space thehuge surge expected in passenger Supported by Dubai Civil Aviation numbers over the next decade.” Bigger pavilions expected Authority (DCAA), Dubai Aviation He added: “Combined with massive Engineering Projects (DAEP), Dubai capacity upgrades regionally in Africa and fromGermany, France, Airports and Dnata, the Airport Show- South Asia, Dubai is ideally positioned 2016 will have Travel Catering Expo (TCE) to host the world’s leading airport UK, Italy, Switzerland, and Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) expansion and development event once as the co-located events for the third and again. The Airport Show offers a critical USA& China fourth consecutive year, respectively. link connecting global airport suppliers The three-in-one knowledge and with the regional buyers and showcases Middle East aviation technology sharing platform will take the best the industry has to offer.” place under the patronage of His Global interest in the Middle East maintains exceptionalgrowth Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al aviation has remained strong given Maktoum, President of DCAA, Chairman the excellent growth record. $441 billion invested of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief According to the World Airport Traffic Executive of Emirates Airline and Group. Report of Airports Council International in airport projects Remarked Sheikh Ahmed: “The Middle (ACI-World), the Middle East reported East continues its impressive double-digit the highest growth rates in the world globally in H1 2015 growth and has embarked on a massive -10.8 per cent in passenger traffic in 2014 airport expansion and development compared with the global average of Sheikh Ahmed: Airport programme that is having a positive 5.7 per cent, and 9.2 per cent growth economic impact throughout the region. in cargo traffic as against 4.7 % global developments having Airport development continues to average. In Dubai, the planned $32 billion play an important role in our strategic expansion of Al Maktoum International positive economic impact plans, creating thousands of new jobs in the recently rebranded Dubai South and providing an engine of economic (earlier known as Dubai World Central) throughout the region growth vital to the growth of Dubai.” will help accommodate that rapid growth “The show will provide an invaluable with an ultimate capacity to handle Al Maktoum International to opportunity to view the latest global up to 240 million passengers upon technologies and best practices and completion, remarked Sheikh Ahmed. have 240 million passengers create new opportunities for our A whopping $441 billion has been industry to collaborate,” he added. invested in airport projects globally capacity upon completion The iconic B2B show will occupy an in the first half of 2015, according to exhibition space of 15000 square metres the mid-year review by Centre for Asia Show co-located with 3rd at the Dubai International Convention Pacific Aviation (CAPA). It said there and Exhibition Centre (DICEC), with are currently 340 new airport projects Travel Catering Expo (TCE) larger participation expected by country globally. By end of July, CAPA said it pavilions from Germany, France, UK, Italy, is aware of 2,520 airport construction and 4th Global Airport Switzerland, USA and China. With an projects worldwide, a figure that is expected growth of over 15 per cent, the slightly higher than the one reported Leaders’ Forum (GALF). organizers are confident about the show in January 2015 (just over 2300).

60 Rockwell Collins to supply new visual systems for Saudi Arabian Airlines simulators

audi Arabian Airlines has selected Rockwell Collins to provide its latest technology, the EP-8100 image generator Swith Laser illuminated VS2500 projectors, for the airline’s new Boeing 777 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner full-flight simulators. Under the terms of the agreement, Rockwell Collins will also provide VS2500 laser projector upgrades to four existing simulators. “Saudi Arabian Airlines is a long-time customer of our visual systems, and our selection on this project further underlines the value both parties receive from this relationship,” said LeAnn Ridgeway, vice president, Simulation and Training Solutions for Rockwell Collins. “The new systems that we are delivering ensure that the very best visual equipment will be used to train the Saudi Arabian Airlines pilots. We’re delivering products that add value to simulators by providing a cost- effective path to incorporate new simulation technologies, while delivering high fidelity training and lower life cycle costs.” The EP-8100’s open, scalable architecture makes it possible to add new features and enhancements throughout the life of the system. By maintaining control over the hardware portion of the image generator, it keeps hardware replacement costs manageable, and with the introduction of the Laser Saleh N Al Jasser, Saudia SVA, with Claude Alber, VP illuminated VS2500 projector, our through life support and MD EMEA Rockwell Collins at Dubai Airshow. costs are similarly managed over the life of the system. Lockheed Martin’s permanent chalet at Dubai Air Show ockheed Martin’s new state-of- the-art chalet at the Dubai Air LShow officially commissioned. Marillyn A. Hewson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Lockheed Martin Corporation and Homaid Al Shemmari, Chief Executive Officer, Aerospace & Engineering Services were present at the event. Lockheed Martin has become the first global security and aerospace company to open a permanent new chalet facility at Dubai World Central, to show the strength and depth of the company’s partnership with the UAE and the wider Gulf region. Lockheed Martin and its predecessor companies have had a presence in the UAE for nearly 50 years. Last December, it opened a Center for Innovation and Security Solutions (CISS) at Masdar Institute, Abu Dhabi, where work is ongoing to help train the next generation of Emirati engineers and scientists.

61 IATA commends Bahrain for meets the needs of an ever growing aviation industry.| He also praised the Air Navigation Directorate’s work with IATA Excellence in Air Navigation in achieving common goals. On this occasion, His Excellency Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications Engineer The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has lent its Kamal bin Ahmed Mohammed, expressed his appreciation praise to the excellent services provided by MTT in Bahrain’s of the confidence IATA has placed in Bahrain’s civil Aviation Flight Information Region, in a recent letter sent from Mr industry and the recognition of Bahrain as a pioneering George Rhodes, Assistant Director of Infrastructure, IATA country in the sector. He also stressed the importance of Middle East and North Africa. The Ministry of Transportation diligence required to enhance air traffic safety and movement and Telecommunications’ Air Navigation Department at in coordination with all partners in the civil aviation industry. Civil Aviation Affairs has been recognized by the biggest From his side, Mr Ali Ahmed Mohammed, Director of trade association of the world’s airlines in air transport. Air Navigation, thanked IATA for their appreciation letter, IATA, along with its 250 international airline members, thanked and acknowledged the efforts of the employees working Bahrain for its ongoing efforts in developing its civil aviation in this field. He further added that the Directorate of Air industry and for its continued cooperation with IATA to ensure Navigation, in coordination with all its partners in the civil the provision of safe and efficient Air Navigation Services aviation industry, contributes in enhancing the leading to the airspace users.Mr Rhodes stated: “The Bahrain ANS position of Bahrain at international and regional levels, department and its dedicated staff have continually worked striving to provide excellent service levels in accordance with with all stakeholders addressing both internal and regional the international standards and recommended practices challenges to assure an efficient and safe aviation system that of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

62 DIMDEX 2014 - File photo Warships demonstration during DIMDEX 2016

he marketing and promotional short distance from the QNCC, various Understanding with the sum of 200 teamof DIMDEX 2016has made classes of warships will be docking at Doha Million Qatari Riyals to deliver 17 new fast Tofficial visits to international Commercial Port during DIMDEX 2016 patrol boats within the next 56 months defence exhibitions including DSEi at and open to visitors. The warships will be for the Qatar Coast Guard Services. London to invite more companies to demonstrating their technical capabilities ARES is a specialist composite boat yard, participate inDIMDEX 2016 to be held and playing host to networking events that based in Turkey’s free trade zone. at Doha from 29 to 31 March 2016. bring exhibitors together with decision Brig. Dr. (Eng) Thani A. Al-Kuwari, On behalf of Brig. Dr. (Eng) Thani A. makers in atmospheric surroundings. Assistant Minister of State for Defence Al-Kuwari, Assistant Minister of State for Affairs for Financial Affairs and Chairman Defence Affairs for Financial Affairs and 87 Billion Qatari Riyals of of DIMDEX said, “DIMDEX 2014 is the Chairman of DIMDEX, the delegation agreements and MOU signed best edition to date and we greatly took full advantage of the opportunities at DIMDEX 2014 appreciate the support we have received at DSEi to meet prominent defence from our sponsors, partners, all related companies, defence industry experts and DIMDEX 2014 exhibition and governmental and non-governmental military heads from UK, Italy, USA, Canada, conference closed last year with the institutions, local media partners as well as Jordan and a number of other countries. announcement of over USD 23 billion international ones throughout this event. The delegation listened to their in signed agreements between Qatar This week has been about building suggestions and opinions for DIMDEX Armed Forces and over 20 contractors. on our existing relationships as well as 2016, discussed ways to make their Attended by the Chief of General Staff, building new relationships, broadening participation at the event more successful Major-General Ghanem bin Shaheen our knowledge in the advancement of new on an official and trade level, and Al-Ghanem, Qatar Armed Forces; various technologies and establishing partnerships how to win future deals in the MENA agreements were announced to the with world’s leading experts in order to region where the studies indicate total value of 87 billion Qatari Riyals better the position of the State of Qatar. that security deals are on the rise. or equivalent to 23 billion US dollars We look forward to DIMDEX 2016 and DIMDEX 2016 will be held in Doha at the including tanks, artillery, missiles and expanding on our successes of this year” Qatar National Convention Centre. The various types of warships from different Another highlight was the warship upcoming fifth edition of DIMDEX is the countries including USA, France, Germany, display at the Doha Commercial Port first that is solely organised and hosted China , Turkey and other countries. where 21 visiting warships from around by the Qatar Armed Forces and will be Further expanding on business relations the world, including the HMAS Darwin, accompanied by a number of events such between Qatar and Turkey, Deputy of Commonwealth of Australia, FNS Jean Bart, as the international strategic Middle East Director Logistics Department, Brig. French Republic and the USS Mesa Verde Naval Commanders Conference (MENC) Abdullah Saad Al Kharji, representing and USS Roosevelt, from the Unites States where defence and security experts from the Ministry of Interior for the State of of America were on display for DIMDEX various countries around the world discuss Qatar and KerimKalafatoglu, Chairman attendees to visit. This also included the the challenges and factors affecting & Executive Director for ARES Shipyard, popular favorite Kilo Class Submarine maritime security in the MENA region.A signed an initial Memorandum of as part of the Pakistan Navy fleet.

63 Abu Dhabi’s Aerospace Cluster Lifting at Nibras ibras Al Ain Aerospace aerospace cluster envisioned in the maximize the synergies across the value Park (Nibras), the Al Ain 2030 plan With over 85% of its chain and focus investment and effort in Nmulti-faceted 25 km² Phase 1 plans now complete, Nibras will one geographical location. As we look joint development project by continue to support the development forward, Nibras will become home to Mubadala and Abu Dhabi Airports of the aerospace industry while education and training initiatives that Company (ADAC), has experienced leveraging synergies, reducing costs will generate employment opportunities tremendous growth since it was and enhancing services for its tenants. for Emiratis, and for strategic research launched in 2012. In line with Abu 60% of the 25 Mn Sq Feet of land plots and development projects pushing Dhabi’s Economic Vision 2030. available in Phase 1 have already been the industry to new heights.” occupied by a number of internationally Nibras is expected to create Nibras is a key driver in diversifying recognized companies including; Strata more than 10,000 jobs by 2030, the Emirate’s economy and aiming Manufacturing, Advanced Maintenance, transforming Al Ain into a competitive to support the establishment of a Repair and Overhaul Center (AMMROC), aerospace hub. Through its own sustainable aerospace hub in Abu Dhabi. Horizon International Flight Academy 2030 Plan, Al Ain will utilize Nibras to Nibras is the key catalyst to set up a (Horizon) and Etihad Flight College. establish a technologically advanced world class aerospace center that will be Homaid Al Shemmari, CEO of industry and provide employment an industrial platform for manufacturing Aerospace & Engineering Services at to the highly qualified workforce and maintenance facilities, education Mubadala commented: “Nibras plays – largely made up of females. and training institutions and research a critical role in the development of As a contribution to the and development facilities. an aerospace hub in the Emirate of community, Phase 1 will have From SMEs to large corporations, Abu Dhabi. By co-locating aerospace approximately 15.5 km of walkways Nibras will form the technology and businesses in Al Ain, we’re able to and 14 km of long cycle paths.

Civil Aviation Security conference held at Bahrain inistry of Transportation from different security agencies involved The workshop was facilitated and Telecommunications’ at the Bahrain International Airport (BIA). with assistance from the Embassy M(MTT) Civil Aviation Affairs The workshop was held as part of of United states in Manama. in collaboration with the American the MTT on going talent development At the end of the course, the participants Transportation Security Administration programme, and was held in collaboration were honoured by Civil Aviation Affairs (TSA), had organized five day workshop with the Ministry of Interior, to enhance Assistant-Undersecretary for Airline on enhancing Aviation Security security training and equip BIA Security and Safety Affairs at MTT, Mr. against unlawful interference. employees with necessary knowledge Hussain Al Shuail, and the Director of Held at the Gulf Aviation Academy, the in utilizing the latest technical and the Airport Police Directorate, Col. Abdul workshop was conducted for passenger monitoring methods in accordance with Aziz Al Dosari, along with a number Screener personnel for over 21 trainees international and local regulations. of officials from both authorities.

64 ENOC announces new pipeline for Dubai airports

Mr. Saif Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC, Mr.Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports, Mr. Zaid Alqufaidi, Managing Director, ENOC Marketing and Mr.Yusr Al Junaidy, Managing Director, Horizon Terminals.

mirates National Oil Company our long-term investment strategy This project truly reflects the spirit of (ENOC), through its subsidiary, that is aligned with the broader vision collaboration that Dubai is renowned for, EHorizon Terminals Ltd, has of the Dubai Government to create a where the Emirate, under the leadership announced the launch of Project sustainable city that positions Dubai as of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Falcon, a 58-kilometres long jet fuel a global hub and destination for travel, bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice pipeline that links its storage terminal tourism, commerce, aviation, transport, President and Prime Minister and Ruler in Jebel Ali with Dubai International construction and trade.” The pipeline will of Dubai, offers a platform for growth for Airport (DXB). The pipeline also help meet traffic demand at the Dubai enterprises, entities and establishments

• 58 km long jet fuel ‘Project Falcon’ pipeline from Horizon Terminals in Jebel Ali

to Dubai International Airport (DXB) to cater to future demand .

• With a provision for connecting to Al Maktoum International Airport in future includes provisions for future needs of International Airport and Al Maktoum through partnerships to foster growth Al Maktoum International Airport. International Airport which is forecast to and prosperity,” added Al Falasi. The project was announced at reach a total of 125 million passengers The aviation business in the UAE has Dubai Airshow 2015, in the presence and more than five million tonnes of air sustained a compounded annual growth of Saif Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC; freight in 2020s.The pumping capacity of rate of about 11% over the last 15 years. Paul Griffiths, CEO of Dubai Airports; the pipeline is 55 percent of the ultimate Fuel sales volume have grown from Zaid Alqufaidi, Managing Director, fuel demand of Dubai International about 460 million US gallons (USG) in ENOC Marketing; and Yusr Al Junaidy, Airport. The pipeline has the capabilities 2001 and to about 2.2 Billion USG in 2015, Managing Director, Horizon Terminals. to pump to fuel farms at both airports. reflecting a 480% growth over this period. The project, valued at approximately In the near future when pipeline “Dubai International Airport’s new US$ 250 million, has state-of-the-art extends to Al Maktoum International position as the busiest airport in the oil terminal facilities with storage Airport, it will be able to meet 60% of world and preparations for the World capacity of 140,000 cubic metres. The Dubai Airports’ combined demand Expo 2020 has enabled the emirate to facility also has a 850 cubic metres in 2050. The pipeline can also cater to launch several initiatives to transform per hour pumping capacity which other suppliers’ fuel requirements at the Dubai’s economic landscape. The new will ensure adequate jet fuel supply airport. “We could not have achieved this pipeline eliminates the constraints of to the Dubai International Airport. milestone without the assistance of all road trucking of jet fuel that would have Saif Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC said: Dubai Government departments, local serious limitations for meeting the airport “The new jet fuel pipeline is part of authorities, stakeholders and agencies. demand in future years,” he added.

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