May - June 2014 Vol : V111 Issue : 3

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Chancellor Merkel to open ILA 2014

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Dr. C.G.Krishnadas Nair ndia was the partner country for ILA Air Chief Marshal S.Krishnaswamy (Rtd) Berlin Airshow in 2008, when ’s PVSM, AVSM, VM & Bar honorable Defense Minister was the Guest Air Marshal P. Rajkumar (Rtd) I of Honour. Indian industries and delegates PVSM, AVSM, VM participated in the ILA Berlin Airshow 2008 and Air Marshal Ajit Bhavanani (Rtd) the subsequent events in 2010, and 2012 and PVSM, AVSM, VM now in 2014. While there are several airshows Rear Admiral K. Mohanan (Rtd) AVSM & exhibitions in several regions of the World, Mr. Pushpindar Singh Chopra the ILA Berlin is unique in a way that it’s focus Dr . K. Ram Chand is more on supply chain development. It is one of the largest show casing of Mr. J.K.Sharma components, structures, equipments & systems manufacturers for aerospace Mr. Arunakar Mishra and where major world leaders in Manufacture of Aircraft, Helicopter, Air Cmdre. (Rtd) Joseph Varkey Engines, &MROs participate to interact with suppliers. The International suppliers centre and conference facilitates B to B meetings with buyers and Delhi suppliers of components / structures / equipments & systems. Government Gp. Capt. (Rtd) H.C.Bhatia of India introduced offset policy in Aircraft & Defense procurement and Ashok Iyer have encouraged the overseas suppliers of Aircraft / Defense equipments E-mail : [email protected] to facilitate co-operation between their Tier one and Tier two suppliers and Indian SMEs & other private sector industries and provide significant Bombay incentives for such collaborations. For example investment in such P. A. Augustine collaborations and export from the SMEs will quality for ‘Offset Credit’ with a Email : [email protected] multiplication factor of X 1.5. Also the overseas companies will have the added advantage of lower infrastructure and labour costs and enhance their own Germany Detlef Becker profit margins in addition to expanding their market. India has a robust and Email : [email protected] growing military & civil aircraft / equipments manufacturing under license / TOT, as well as design & development of several advanced helicopters, Tel : + 497 112317595 trainer & fighter aircraft commercial aircraft, engines & equipments. There Mobile : + 491 701626053 is considerable potential for mutually rewarding international co-operation. Canada Bob Hastings On behalf of SIATI and Aeromag, we extend best wishes for all participants Email : [email protected] to the Berlin Airshow for useful meetings & discussions with the Indian Tel: 613-523-5592/ Mobile: 613-867-8777 participants & delegates to develop mutually gainful strategic collaborations.

Bahrain & UAE Warmly, Roy Mathew Email: [email protected] Mobile: +973-6633-7571 Dr CG Krishnadas Nair London Honorary President, SIATI Ezhil Bharathi S.A. Email: [email protected]

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Page 20 CAE using COMSOL Chancellor Merkel to Multiphysics 8 open ILA 2014 Page 24 Eaton awarded Channel Champion 2014 by CRN Page 30 Eurofighter Typhoon - 20 Years Strong Page 32 ISRO going from strength to strength Safran A leading international 14 high-technology group Page 34 MiG-29 fighter: from stagnation towards prosperity 16 Aeromag, SIATI host Page 36 A & D manufacturing Additive Manufacturing: Creative summit scope to design for gripping system components Page 44 Success with Precision Page 48 Airbus launches new ACJ319 corporate jet 43 Page 54 HAL bets big on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Dhruv helicopters

Mr Avinash Chander

Aeromag 6 Aeromag 7 Chancellor Merkel to open ILA 2014

his year’s most important The ILA 2014 is open daily from 10 to the Republic of , which is the aerospace trade show in mainland a.m. to 6 p.m. For the first three days (20 partner country of the ILA this year.“ TEurope, taking place from 20 to – 22 May) admission to the ILA will be Stefan Grave, director of the ILA for 25 May, will be attended by some 1,200 restricted to trade visitors only. The public Messe Berlin GmbH: “Preparations are in exhibitors from 40 countries, who will be will be admitted over the weekend (23 full swing for the ILA. At this very moment presenting advanced technology and hi- – 25 May), when enthusiasts will be able a ’trade show city’ is being erected at tech products from every sector of the to enjoy a fascinating flying display that Berlin ExpoCenter Airport, complete with aerospace industry. The organisers expect brings over 100 years of aviation history all the necessary services and facilities, this event to again attract over 200,000 to life. First held 105 years ago, the ILA is and the industry-specific infrastructure visitors, more than half of them trade the world’s oldest aerospace trade show, needed to stage this major event. Among visitors from Germany and abroad. and the one with the longest tradition. trade shows an air show is certainly not The ILA venue, Berlin ExpoCenter It is organised by the German Aerospace only spectacular but also requires the Airport, covers an overall area of some Industries Association (BDLI) and Messe highest degree of organisational skills. 250,000 square metres, of which around Berlin GmbH. The ILA 2014 will be With its ultra-modern infrastructure and 50,000 square metres is occupied by halls, officially opened on 20 May by the Federal a remarkable degree of flexibility, this chalets and pavilions, with 100,000 square Chancellor Dr. Angela Merkel during her new venue is ideally suited for meeting metres reserved for aircraft displays, tour of the event. the ILA concept, which features a number and a further 100,000 square metres for Dietmar Schrick, managing director of specialised sections. And the benefits spectators and for logistical purposes. of the BDLI: “In a constantly changing are felt not only by the exhibitors, trade The ILA will also feature some 60 sector, characterised by the vigorous visitors and the general public, but also by conferences. These high profile meetings expansion of civil aviation, the ILA reflects the entire Berlin/Brandenburg region.“ will be attended by leading figures from the dynamic, global development and At different times during the course the industry and will focus on strategically innovative strengths of this industry. With of the ILA aircraft of all sizes and important trends and new commercial sections devoted to individual business categories and from every era of aviation developments. activities in aviation and space, it covers development can be seen on the ground The ILA has a great deal to offer, not the entire spectrum of this advanced and in the air. During the trade visitors’ only on the ground but also in the air: and forward-looking industry. The way it days these will include two of the latest visitors will be fascinated by as many as presents space flight is truly unique, and commercial aircraft, the Airbus A350XWB 300 aircraft of all sizes and categories, it also deals with other civil and military and Boeing 747-8, the most modern and from every period in the age of flight, areas in their entirety. We are particularly European military transporter, the A400M, from classic aircraft to the very latest pleased that this year, 25 years after and the Antonov An-124, the largest technology demonstrators. One of the the Berlin Wall came down, the ILA is production transport aircraft in the world. highlights of the ILA will be provided by providing a shop window for the twelfth Airbus Group is presenting an all-electric, an ultra-modern, long haul aircraft, the time here in Berlin-Brandenburg for the experimental demonstration aircraft, the A350 XWB, which is making its debut achievements of the aviation and space two-seater E-Fan, to the German public here. industries. We extend a special welcome for the first time at this year’s aerospace

Aeromag 8 Aeromag 9 German Chanceller Dr. Angela Merkel at ILA 2012 exhibition ILA. Me 262 (maiden flight 1942), the first the space industry at a national, European organise their own presentations. Centre, the DLR is providing details transport sector are meeting at the With the Patrouille Suisse (7 Northrop production jet aircraft; the propeller- and international level. The outstanding As the largest individual exhibitor at about the work that is being carried out Alternative Aviation Fuels Pavilion (AAFP) F-5E Tiger II) and the German debut of the driven STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) presentation of all kinds of space-related the ILA 2014 the German armed forces, to acquire the knowledge that will be in Hall 2. New commercial products and Breitling Jet Team (8 L-39C Albatros), the Fieseler Storch (Stork), so named on topics including launcher systems, space the Bundeswehr, are presenting their needed in the future. developments, innovative joint ventures programme for the public features two account of its long undercarriage, which flight applications, and manned space capabilities in a wide-ranging display. The A320 ATRA and the EC 135 ACT/FHS and the latest technology from all over internationally renowned teams this year. first flew in 1936; and the Noratlas, flight and exploration is truly unique. The Germany’s armed forces are using the can be seen for the entire duration of the the world form the main focus of the The organisers of the ILA are expecting making its first appearance at the ILA, a 1,500 square-metre ILA Space Pavilion trade days and the public days at the ILA. Both of these aircraft are being used combined stand organised by aireg – several solo demonstrations of a wide twin-engined military transporter known forms the focal point of the space flight ILA 2014 as a means of showing the to demonstrate the research that is being Aviation Initiative for Renewable Energy range of combat aircraft, including a MiG- as the ‘Flying Boxcar’ on account of its presentation. It has been designed Bundeswehr and its deployment as a carried out in the fields of aerodynamics, in Germany. 29, an F-16 and the GRIPEN. compact fuselage, which made its first jointly by the European Space Agency modern army, and also as an employer. aviation systems technology and cabins Manufacturers of bio-fuels from the USA, As in previous years the US Air Force flight in 1949. (ESA), the German Federal Ministry On an open air area covering more than for the fixed wing aircraft and the France and Brazil will present market- is particularly strongly represented by, The Republic of Turkey is the official of Economics and Energy (BMWi), the 10,000 square metres the Bundeswehr helicopters of tomorrow. The ACT/FHS ready alternatives to fossil kerosene, among others, the Lockheed Martin partner country of the ILA 2014. Situated German Aerospace Centre (DLR) and the is providing the latest details about Flying Helicopter Simulator is based on including Amyris, a new technology that C-130 J Hercules transporter, the C-17 where Europe meets Asia, it is an attractive companies organised under the project the armed forces, together with an a production model of the Eurocopter enables sugar cane to be used as a raw Globemaster III that was named ‘Spirit of and ambitious market for companies in management of the German Aerospace extensive display of products. These EC 135, which has been substantially material, and Solena, a process being Berlin’ by the then US President Bill Clinton the aerospace industry. The civil aviation Industries Association (BDLI). This will be include five combat aircraft (Eurofighter, modified to enable it to be used for conducted jointly with British Airways in just before the start of the ILA 1998 to market in Turkey began a period of rapid an opportunity for guests from all over Tornados), three other fixed wing aircraft, research and experimental purposes. The London to obtain kerosene from the city’s mark the 50th anniversary of the Berlin growth with the liberalisation of the the world to experience the fascination nine helicopters, a ground-based air mechanical controls, for example, have refuse. The aireg initiative was established Airlift, the Boeing UH-60L Black Hawk and country’s aviation sector in 2002. Annual and the applications of space flight. It defence system (Patriot), four drones been replaced by a fly-by-wire-/fly-by in 2011 through the combined efforts Boeing Apache AH-64D helicopters, and growth rates of up to 30 per cent have will feature German and European space (reconnaissance systems used by the light control system (FBW/FBL). Instead of companies and organisations in the Lockheed Martin F-16 combat aircraft. been well above the international rate programmes. army and the joint support service) and a of control rods the commands are now industry, research and science. Its aim is The highlight of the presentation by the for aviation of approximately five per Among the main aspects of the sick bay module. transmitted using electrical cables and to encourage the development and use German armed forces, the Bundeswehr, cent. A NATO partner, Turkey has been exhibition are the continuing With a display area measuring more fibre optic cables. There are also plans of alternative, regenerative liquid fuels is provided by ‘Willfire 2014’, with a represented at the ILA for many years improvements that have been made to than 1,000 square metres in the so- for other research aircraft, which are such as bio-fuels, thereby helping to meet remarkable combination of flying skills. and, in its role as the partner country at the European launcher, the Ariane 5 ME, called ‘Operations Pavilion’ in Hall 3, currently en route to carry out various the ambitious aims of reducing the CO2 Four Tornados, two Eurofighters, two this year’s event, will be staging its largest the European communications satellite the Bundeswehr and military aviation missions, to stop over in at the ILA in order emissions from aviation. Tigers, one CH-53, one Transall and the display ever, featuring its capabilities in Alphasat that was successfully placed in industry are demonstrating how they to present aspects of the research work Throughout the world unmanned Airbus A310 MRTT tanker will be in the air both the civilian and military fields. In orbit in the summer of 2013, and the latest cooperate successfully to ensure that all that is taking place to make the aviation aircraft systems (UAS) are the aerospace together for approximately 20 minutes Hall 6 at the ILA the exhibitors, Turkish achievements in earth observation. On Bundeswehr aircraft are fully operational of the future more eco-efficient. The DLR sector that is undergoing the fastest in an impressive display of military Aerospace Industries (TAI), ROKETSAN, the Astronauts’ Day, 23 May, the German at all times. At the Static Display mobile is represented in the Space Pavilion by and most vigorous expansion. The ILA cooperation. HAVELSAN, TUBITAK – the Research ESA astronaut Alexander Gerst is also career information centres and aircrew more than 20 missions and projects from 2014 is responding to this situation with Unmanned aircraft for civilian and Institute for Space Technology, TURKISH expected to be present. Shortly after the will be on hand to advise visitors about all areas of space flight. The DLR also plans a special section focusing on UAS and military use, business and touring aircraft, AIRLINES (THY), FIGES Engineering und ILA he will be taking off on his first mission military and civilian careers in the to introduce a new kind of robot, ‘TORO’. with specialist conferences that will be technology platforms, training and sports Defence and Aviation Cluster (OSSA) and to the International Space Station ISS. The Bundeswehr. Also among the attractions Whereas other robots are generally attended by leading figures in this field. aircraft, powered and unpowered gliders, the Aerospace Clustering Association, display area immediately adjacent to the is a Bundeswehr quiz, offering attractive designed to move around in a known The larger UAS, designed primarily for as well as ultralights: the ILA 2014 provides will provide evidence of an impressive Space Pavilion, occupied by national and prizes. environment according to planned military deployment, will be displayed on a comprehensive range guaranteed to industrial capability and the outstanding international space flight companies and The German Aerospace Centre (DLR) instructions, the purpose of ‘TORO’ is to the central ILA Plaza. Turkish Aerospace make the heart of any aviation enthusiast research and development skills to institutions, provides evidence of the has one of the largest displays by develop other talents, with the ability to Industry (TAI) from the partner country beat faster. The exhibits also include be found in this sector. High-ranking significant expansion of this sector at any institution at the ILA 2014. With act independently, flexibly and safely in of this year’s ILA, Turkey, is exhibiting some 25 historic aircraft such as the Turkish delegations representing politics, this year’s ILA. In addition to the German presentations of research aircraft on new and unknown surroundings. ANKA, a medium-altitude, long- Messerschmitt M 17, the first powered industry and the military are expected to space industry the German Aerospace the Flightline, and the latest aerospace Major advances continue to be made endurance (MALE) UAS system. Airbus aircraft to be designed by the aviation attend. Centre (DLR) will be staging a high profile research results on a stand measuring with alternative fuels for use in aviation. Defence & Space will be presenting its pioneer Willy Messerschmitt in 1925, The ILA 2014 will provide the venue for a display that also gives an opportunity for some 700 square metres in Hall 4, in the At the ILA 2014 leading representatives entire range of UAS products at the ILA. which weighed just 198 kilograms; the meeting of the leading representatives of various international research partners to Space Pavilion and at the ILA Career of the bio-fuels industry and the air Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH

Aeromag 10 Aeromag 11 Strong US participation at ILA 2014 ASA administrator Charles be taking part in a high-level panel Bolden a guest of the ILA for the discussion in the Space Hall. Nfirst time Aerospace coordinator Zypries opens For the exhibitors from USA, the Berlin ISC Air Show is the leading aviation exhibition Debut for ‘Selective Laser Melting in mainland Europe. The Americans Technology’ and special ‘Innovative regard this event as an ideal platform for Precision Parts Manufacturing’ show US companies to secure partners and Three Buyers’ Days with more than customers from around Europe as well 1,000 discussions with clients as to establish contacts and do business. On 20 May at 9.15 a.m. the Federal Accordingly, US participation in the Government’s Coordinator for German halls, the outdoor display area and the Aerospace, Brigitte Zypries, will open the programme of flying displays is high. International Suppliers’ Center (ISC) in Leading US defence companies will Hall 1 at the ILA 2014. The 330 exhibitors be represented in Hall 6, among them from 27 countries will occupy a total of General Atomics, Aeronautical Systems 6,000 square metres of hall space. Now a and Sikorsky, as well as specialist regular component of the ILA Berlin Air manufacturers FLIR Systems and Teledyne Show, the ISC has become established Controls. Raytheon will be represented as the central marketing platform for the with its own chalet. According to Pratt entire supply sector. It provides a market & Whitney, in future every repair and place designed to meet the specific maintenance company will be able to requirements of companies representing manufacture its own replacement parts every product group in the aerospace using 3D printing, which is an additive sector. process. Visitors to ILA 2014 can already Among the exclusive features available find out about Pratt & Whitney’s new to exhibitors at the ISC are the three turbofan engine family. They include International Buyers‘ Days, when the Pure Power PW1100G-JM, which has discussions can take place between clients been chosen by Lufthansa to power and major OEMs and first-tier suppliers. an additional 30 models of the Airbus Some 75 outstanding representatives (ESG) is presenting its unmanned mission will provide an overview of the range employment opportunities offered A320neo as of April. In addition to regular from the purchasing sector and from equipment platform (UMAT), which is of applications and the capabilities of by this advanced technology. The ILA Exclusively for exhibitors at the ISC, in exhibitors there will also be interesting research and development have already being successfully used to trial smaller UAS. The demonstrations will Career Centre is the largest job centre the run-up to the fair discussions will newcomers such as Infinity Air, a parts announced their intention of attending UAS and avionics systems. Germany’s be provided at the most westerly end for the aviation and space industry be taking place between customers supplier. this event. In advance of the trade show armed forces, the Bundeswehr, will be of the ILA site. in Germany. Following intense and experts from prominent, top As in previous years, numerous aircraft they have already made over 1,000 represented on the static display with Aviation and space flight is a high demand in recent years this successful level manufacturers and suppliers. In will also be representing the US Air Force. appointments with exhibitors at the ISC. its UAS systems ALADIN, KZO and LUNA, tech industry employing highly section, with its exhibition stands, addition to buyers’ representatives, in They include a Lockheed Martin C-130 J The ILA 2014 will be taking place from which have been operating highly qualified specialists, engineers and conferences, papers, panel discussions 2014 invitations will also be extended Hercules transport aircraft, as well as a 20 to 25 May at Berlin ExpoCenter Airport. effectively for several years. scientists. The search for suitable and workshops, is now taking place to experts from the development C-17 Globemaster III, which was christened The ISC, in Hall 1, will be open exclusively Attention is also focussing on new employees, together with their for the fourth time. sector. Some 50 representatives of the ’Spirit of Berlin’ just before ILA 1998 to during the three trade visitors’ days, from smaller UAS, mainly for civilian use. training and advanced training, form The International Suppliers’ Centre top level international manufacturers commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of 20 to22 May. A dedicated area in Hall 3 features an important aspect in the efforts (ISC) is now firmly established as a and suppliers have already announced the Berlin Airlift, a Boeing UH-60L Black High tech products and the latest the latest products, services and to equip this innovative, worldwide central marketing platform for the their participation in the International Hawk and Boeing Apache AH-64D, both technologies will be among the exhibits research findings from 18 UAS industrial sector to face the future entire supply sector at the ILA. It Buyers‘ Days. A new element is being helicopters, and a Lockheed Martin F-16 at the ISC. For example, SLM Solutions, manufacturers, service providers and and maintain its competitiveness. It provides a market place designed incorporated this year in the form of fighter jet. one of the leading providers of metal- research institutes. UAS have a wide is against this background that the to meet the specific requirements a special show entitled ‘Innovative At this year’s event NASA administrator based additive manufacturing systems range of applications, from remote ILA 2014 invites all interested pupils, of companies representing every Precision Parts Manufacturing’. Eight Charles Bolden will be a guest of the (also referred to as 3D printing), is sensing of large and inaccessible students, graduates and young product group in the aerospace sector. members of the Machining Innovation ILA for the first time. On 20 May he introducing its selective laser melting areas to reconnaissance and support professionals to visit the ILA Career The ISC is open during the three trade Network (MIN), based in Varel, Lower will be presenting a new transatlantic technology for the first time (Hall 1, Stand in the event of disasters, as well Centre in Hall 5. visitors’ days, from 20 to 22 May. Due Saxony, will be demonstrating how joint venture of the space industry. In 1806). The presentations will feature the as the monitoring of important For two days at the ILA (Friday, 23 to the success of the International to achieve stable, cost efficient and the afternoon Jean-Jacques Dordain, latest developments and applications infrastructures with combined UAS and Saturday, 24 May) civilian and Buyers‘ Days, introduced at the ISC high quality metal-cutting. For the director general of ESA, Charles Bolden, of additive manufacturing technology systems, and the broadcasting of military aerospace employers will 2010, this feature has been extended first time two machine tools can be administrator of NASA , Johann-Dietrich for the aerospace market. SLM Solutions sporting events. Demonstration be providing details about some of and is being held on all three days of seen in action cutting complex aircraft Wörner, CEO of DLR, and Evert Dudok, is displaying the selective laser melting flights during the trade visitors’ days the attractive careers and the many the ISC. components. vice-president, Space, of BDLI will system SLM 280HL in Berlin.

Aeromag 12 Aeromag 13 embodies Safran’s proven expertise navigation system. in aerostructures, electrical and Safran, through its company Sagem, also mechanical systems, electronics and provides a wide range of avionics (inertial software. navigation systems, flight control systems • Snecma HAL Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. and autopilots) and optronics systems for (SHAe) is an equal joint venture a number of combat platforms including Safran between Snecma and Hindustan aircrafts, submarines, artillery systems Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), created in and tanks. A leading international 2005. It manufactures high-tech Almost the entire fleet components for CFM56 aircraft is equipped with Sigma 95N navigation engines in Bangalore. systems as a result of a long-standing high-technology • CFM Training Center close to partnership with HAL. Significantly, this Hyderabad airport provides navigation system has also been selected maintenance training for ground for the first prototypes of the MALE drone group crews from airlines operating CFM56 being developed by India. The New engines. It can provide training for up Delhi-based subsidiary Sagem Services to 500 maintenance technicians and India Pvt. Ltd. provides maintenance and engineers a year. It also offers training customer support for these systems and afran is a leading international Safran has been associated with India to engineers from helicopter operators equipment. high-technology group with over 60 years and is committed to be using Arriel engines manufactured by Equipping the with Sthree core businesses: Aerospace an integral part of India’s growth and Turbomeca. a spectrum of Technology: (propulsion and equipment), Defence development in the aerospace, defence • Turbomeca India Engines Pvt. Ltd, • Safran has provided aircraft technology and Security. Operating worldwide, and security industry. With 2600 Safran’s helicopter engine support for most of the Indian Armed Forced the Group has 66,200 employees and employees, it has the highest number of center in Bengaluru, provides support airplanes and helicopters like Jaguar, generated sales of 14.7 billion euros in employees for the company in Asia. services for its own engines to its Mirage 2000, SU 30, Hawk, MiG 29K, 2013. The Group invests in Research & Over decades of association with India, Indian customers. Its main partners are Cheetah Helicopter and its variants. Development to meet the requirements Safran has become a trusted partner HAL and Helicopters Ltd. • The Dhruv helicopter and its variants of changing markets, including addressing India’s vital Aerospace, are powered by the ‘Shakti’ engine expenditures of 1.8 billion euros in 2013. Defence and Security concerns. Working Safran provides multiple solutions for which was jointly made by Turbomeca Working alone or in partnership, Safran with cutting edge technology, and the Indian Aerospace sector: (Safran) and Hindustan Aeronautics holds world or European leadership through industrial co-operation, Safran • Over 400 CFM56 engines Limited (HAL). positions in its core markets. collaborates with Indian companies to manufactured by CFM powering Indian • Safran Engines power 900 Indian The Group comprises the following achieve the long-term goal of creating aircraft. combat aircraft (300 airplanes and near companies: Aircelle, Herakles, Hispano- an indigenous, self-sustaining aerospace, • The Turbomeca Arriel engine powers 600 helicopters) Suiza, Labinal, Messier-Bugatti-Dowty, defence and security industry. about 30 helicopters (AS365) for Pawan • Sigma 30 Inertial Navigation System Morpho, Sagem, Snecma, Techspace Safran – Revving up the Presence in Hans Helicopters Ltd. has been designed for artillery Aero, Turbomeca. Indian Aerospace Sector • Messier-Bugatti-Dowty holds a 100% applications. Aerospace: Safran is the leading supplier of share of the domestic market for • Sagem provides the gunner main Safran develops, produces and markets aircraftengines, landing gear and wheels and carbon brakes on A320 and sighting system of the Main engines and propulsion systems for civil carbon brakes for airlines operating B787. Battle Tank. and military airplanes and helicopters, in India and neighbouring countries, • More than 1700 Turbomeca engines • The Sigma 40 Navigation System is ballistic missiles, launch vehicles and and plays a full-fledged role in power the helicopters in India (Civilian used on Indian Naval Vessels satellites. It also provides a wide range the development of air transport and Military) today. • Sagem is a leading producer of FADEC of systems and equipment for civil and in the country.Safran activities • CFM International’s LEAP-1B engines (Full Authority Digital Engine Control) military airplanes and helicopters. have quickly evolved to include will power the 42 Boeing 737 MAX systems, a critical component in Defence: strong local partnerships with aircraft ordered by Spicejet aircraft like the Rafale, the A320 and Operating in the optronic, inertial Indian aviation industry based on A Strategic Partner to Indian Defence B737 guidance, electronics and safety-critical joint developments, production Industry Advancing Biometric Security in India software markets, Safran offers today’s and support licenses for airplane, Safran has been a supplier to the Indian • Morpho (Safran) makes Trace and armed forces a complete range of helicopter (including the Shakti armed forces since the 1950s, providing detection equipment and is a leader optronic, navigation and optical systems engine for the Dhruv Helicopter) engines and/or equipment for combat in Biometric Technology and Identity and equipment for use in the air, on land and rocket engines landing gear, aircraft, including Jaguar Mirage 2000 Management and Identification and at sea. navigation systems, as well as the fighters fleets, Hawk trainers, HAL Dhruv, systems like (AFIS) Automated Security: associated support services. Cheetah, etc. Fingerprint Identification Systems and As a pioneer in identification and In early 2012, the consortium “Rafale Face recognition solutions. detection systems, and a major player Today, Safran has four facilities International”(Snecma, a Safran • A leader in Biometric Technology, in smart cards and e-documents, Safran dedicated to products and services for company, is one of the key partners in the Morpho (Safran), is one of the key offers state-of-the-art solutions to meet fixed and rotary-wing aircraft: consortium)started exclusive negotiations partners in India’s Aadhaar project the evolving security requirements • Safran Engineering Services India with the Indian government to supply 126 under the ‘Unique Identification of individuals, businesses and (SESI) in Bengaluru provides end- Rafale multirole fighters equipped with Authority of India’ (UIDAI). To date, governments. to-end engineering services to several Safran technologies including more than 500 million Aadhaar cards Safran in India global and local customers. It the engine, landing gear, wiring, inertial have been issued.

Aeromag 14 Aeromag 15 Naresh Chandra Sharma, GM-Aero- vendor. The day when vendor become Production, Tata Advanced Materials, the partner, then only the synergy will Mr. Shinto Joseph, Operations Director, happen, then we can maximise the LDRA, Mr. Vineet Dravid , Managing output”. Director, COMSOL, Mr. Kumara Giri, “We are already producing helicopters Regional Manager, FARO, Mr. B.Krishnan, , ALH and its variants . We need to Senior Business consultant – Aerospace supply so many to international market, Industry, Dassault Systemes India, our own market , , we are Mr.D.UmaMaheshwar, Leader– Aviation unable to produce the number we really Advanced Technology Organization, require”. GE Aviation, Mr. S M Vaidya, Exec Vice Mr. Muralimohan of BDL said the Mr. Stephane Lauret, President & Business Head, Godrej, company started with manufacturing CEO, SAFRAN India Pvt Commander.Rajkumar G Tripathi, Senior first generation anti-tank missile but Ltd lighting the lamp at Manager(Design & Development), is now producing multiuser defence Dr.K.Tamilmani inaugurating ADMS. Dr. Mike Hennell, Naval Aircraft Yard (Kochi), Mr. Sanjeev products to Indian Armed forces the ADMS2014. Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Mr.Sunny Jerome, Air Cmdr. Kumar, General Manager (Offset), HAL, BDL manufactured torpedo which can Nair, Wg Cdr(Retd) Venugopal (Retd) Joseph Varkey, Mr. and Mr. Ashwin V. Deshpande, DDM be launched from ships and helicopters. Menon,Senior Executive Venkata Subramaniam Sales Manager - South Asia, Stratasys “We have some developement projects Officer,SIATI also seen. ,CEO,System AIds also seen. Ltd. and naval projects”, he said. Delegates from 200 organisations Dr. Koshy of VSSC elaborated on by delegates from private industries, participated. Dr. Tamilmani said Indian how ISRO is supporting the industries. Defence PSUs,and DRDO labs. There aeronautics has come of age. Indian In the last ten years, ISRO has done was a product exhibition also along industry, R&D and private industries tremendous work with Indian industry Aeromag, SIATI host A & D with the summit. The panel discussion have matured enough. Mr. B. Krishnan of Dassault Systems on offset opportunities was chaired by “Today, we have world class products talked about virtual rollout of aerospace Dr.Krishnadas Nair. like ALH”, he said. “Our helicopters are and defence industry and how it can be Those who made presentations flying around the globe now”. implemented in India. manufacturing summit included Dr. Hennell, Mr. Stephane The international community clearly Mr. Uma maheshwar of GE aviation Lauret, CEO, SAFRAN India Pvt Ltd. , Mr. understands that now India has the said: “Whatever we made in last 50 years eromag and Society of Indian (AERO) DRDO, inaugurated the event. Jerome,Managing Editor,Aeromag Anup Vittal, MD, Safran Engg Services capability to build an aircraft , a four plus we have to replicate it in future, that is Aerospace Technologies and Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Nair, President SIATI, Asia, Air Cmdr.(Retd) Joseph Varkey, India, Mr.Maltesh , Head of Advanced generation military technology product. the huge challenge”. AIndustries (SIATI) organised an presided over the function. Secretary General , SIATI , Mr. Venkata Manufacturing at Wipro Infrastructure, “ Only thing that we have to do is Mr. S M Vaidya of Godrej said “We are Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Mr. Stephane Lauret, CEO, SAFRAN Subramaniam ,CEO,System AIds also Mr. S.Murali Mohan, Addl. G.M., BDL, handholding of the private industry. having a challenge of more than 70% of Summit ADMS 2014 in Bangalore. India Pvt Ltd, Dr. Mike Hennell, Founder spoke on the occasion. Dr. Koshy M George, Dy Director, VSSC, Today, private industry is called a our inventories coming from abroad”. Dr.K.Tamilmani, Director General & Technical Director, LDRA, Mr.Sunny The two day event was attended

Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Nair, President SIATI presenting memento to Mr. Stephane Lauret, CEO, SAFRAN India Pvt Ltd and , Dr. Mike Hennell, Founder & Technical Director, LDRA during ADMS 2014.

Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Nair, President SIATI presenting memento to Mr.P.Jayapal, new Chiefutive ,CEMILAC,DRDO and Dr.K.Tamilmani, ADMS 2014 Director General (AERO) DRDO during ADMS 2014.

Aeromag 16 Aeromag 17 Mr.Naresh Chandra Sharma Mr. Kumara Giri Mr. Shinto Joseph Air Cmdr.(Retd) Joseph Varkey Mr. Sunny Jerome Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Dr. K.Tamilmani Mr. S M Vaidya

Commander.Rajkumar G Tripathi Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Nair Mr. Ashwin V. Deshpande Mr. B.Krishnan Mr. Anup Vittal Mr. D. Uma Maheshwar Mr. Stephane Lauret Dr. Mike Hennell

Mr.Maltesh Dr. Koshy M George Mr. S.Murali Mohan Mr. Vineet Dravid

Mr.Venkata Subramaniam

Aeromag 18 Aeromag 19 Panel discussion during ADMS CAE using COMSOL LDRA Academic Alliance Multiphysics Program – An Answer to hrinking product life cycle and or to reflect it so that it cannot reach Aerospace Certification increased pressure on lower cost the source. The antennas in an aircraft, Sand improved quality, is moving however, cannot be concealed using the focus to smart-to-market products. these particular surface technologies Skill Shortage Globally, organizations recognize the since that would prevent their use for increasing importance of research before communication purposes. Instead, using shortage of skill-based LDRA Academic Alliance Program(LAAP) the Conceptualization and Design stage in COMSOL Multiphysics an investigation employees is hindering the aims to cater for the growing demand Product Development. Virtual simulation was conducted for a frequency selective A growth of the Indian aerospace for embedded software experts in and product modelling is replacing surface (FSS) that will enable the antennas industry and has been for some the aerospace, defence, automotive, the labour-intensive manual method. to perform normally at radio frequencies significant time. Recent studies have industrial and medical markets. Researchers want to predict earlier in the for communications, while absorbing all highlighted that students emerging The LDRA Academic Alliance Program life cycle the effects of various physics other RF frequencies. An FSS is essentially from Indian academicestablishments (LAAP) is focussed on developing on the products and its components, a bandpass filter that can dramatically often lackthe relevant skills demanded certification skills by providing high- instead of testing this on the prototype. reduce the radar cross section (RCS) to by the modern aerospace industry and quality training to academics and Scientist and researchers have found create a stealth antenna. therefore have to undertakefurther, augmenting this trainingwith the multiphysics software like COMSOL useful While traditionally researchers dealt with extensive, training in order to provision of LDRA academic licenses, during the early product development each physics in isolation, competition and satisfybasic industry requirements. which will then help them to incorporate stage, as it helps predict performance in the need for efficiency has forced product A significant reason for this skill- best global practices into their real life conditions, lengthen product life, development to have an integrated gap is the absence of collaboration curriculum. increase material optimization etc. which approach to physics. Physical phenomena between policy makers, industry and The LDRA Academic Alliance Program helps reduce need for prototyping and like heat transfer, stress, chemical reaction, academia. There is an urgent need for (LAAP) offers workshops thatwill be subsequent costs. etc. need to be coupled simultaneously superior training and infrastructure conducted by LDRA application experts, There are several successful products to achieve a robust and well-accepted development within the education providing in-depth knowledge of which are representational of the product. Also, software which allows sector to create and support the practical and theoretical aspects of possibilities of innovation and technology smooth movement across different significant number ofemerging various industry specific safety standards through a Multiphysics approach to software platforms is much preferred. A employment opportunities in the such as DO-178B/C for aerospace, ISO product development. An instance of stable, accurate, interoperable software aerospace domain. 26262 and MISRA C/C++ for automotive multiphysics modelling would be an with real world simulation capability, like LDRA, the leading provider of safety- andIEC 62304 for medical, etc. improved design for a stealth antenna. COMSOL, is an ideal choice for scientist critical software verification and With this initiative,together with The best way to avoid detection by a and researchers for breakthrough and compliance management tools for the industry partners, LDRA aims to deliver radar system is to make sure it never innovative product development. past 40 years, has proposed a unique a programme ofspecialised training with receives a reflected radio frequency (RF) offering for the Indian safety-critical a focus on international safety standards signal. The surface of a stealth aircraft is Dr. Vineet Dravid, embedded software market, to address and testing methodologies using LDRA designed to either absorb RF radiation MD, COMSOL India the skill shortage in this domain. The tools.

Aeromag 20 Aeromag 21 Admiral RK Dhowan appointed the new CNS

dmiral RK Dhowan PVSM AVSM Headquarters Western Naval Command. YSM ADC has taken over as the He has also served as Indian Naval Adviser AChief of the Naval Staff, Indian at the High Commission of India, London. Navy. Admiral Dhowan was commissioned He has commanded the Eastern Fleet in the Navy on 01 Jan 1975. He is a as Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Navigation and Direction specialist who Fleet and served as Chief of Staff at has served with distinction in an array Headquarters Eastern Naval Command, of Command, Staff and Instructional Visakhapatnam. He also has the distinction appointments through his exemplary of commanding the prestigious ‘National career spanning 40 years. He is an alumnus Defence Academy’, his alma mater as the of the National Defence Academy, Defence Commandant. Services Staff College and Naval War The important staff appointments held College, Newport, Rhode Island, USA. by the Admiral at Naval Headquarters are He has commanded frontline warships Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff (Policy INS Khukri, INS Ranjit, INS Delhi and and plans), Deputy Chief of Naval Staff and served as Chief Staff Officer (Operations) Vice Chief of Naval Staff.

Ambassador of France holds reception Chinese delegation visits India for MBDA-ISAE scholarship students

he first group of Indian students to be awarded scholarships under the TMBDA Programme of Excellence, were invited to a reception hosted by the Ambassador of France to India, Mr François Richier, at his Residence in New Delhi. Thanks to this scholarship, in September 2014, seven Indian students will be embarking on a two-year Master’s programme at the prestigious French univer sity Institut Supérieur de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace (ISAE) situated in Toulouse, southern France. On successfully completing their studies, the students will be awarded an internationally recognised MSc in Aerospace, Mechanics and Avionics. During the reception the Ambassador said: ieutenant General Qi Jianguo, Fourth India China Joint Training Exercise “All engineers contribute to their nation’s Deputy Chief of General Staff scheduled to be held in November 2014 in technological and industrial progress. The L(Operations), PLA China along with India. The PLA Delegation also called on bright young Indian students who have an eight member delegation visited India . the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee been chosen by MBDA and ISAE will do even The two sides exchanged views and the Chief of Army Staff, General more. They will play their part in preparing on various issues of mutual interest Bikram Singh and the Defence Secretary. the future of the relationship of France and such as maintenance of peace and India and China attach great importance India” The seven students - five men and tranquility along Line of Actual to high level military exchanges. 2014 has two women, aged between 21 and 25 and Control and enhancing mutual also been declared as “Year of Friendly graduates from various Indian institutions cooperation and understanding Exchanges”. It may be recalled that in of higher education - were selected by between the armies of India and February this year, the PLA Delegation led an admissions panel constituted and China. Measures for implementation by Lieutenant General Wang Guanzhong, administered independently by the ISAE. of existing Bilateral Agreements were Deputy Chief of General Staff had come They will be studying with students from also discussed. to India for Annual Def Dialogue and the various other countries around the world in a The meeting was held in a warm and Indian Defence Minister Mr.A.K.Antony truly international environment. In 2015 and cordial atmosphere. Both sides agreed had visited China in July 2013. The 2016, two more batches of eight students on the need to enhance bilateral military Chinese side have also confirmed the visit will be selected for the MBDA scholarship engagements. The Chinese side has of their Defence Minister General Chang programme. confirmed their participation in the Wanquan to India later this year.

Aeromag 22 Aeromag 23 FIA 2014 welcomes F-35 n response to the announcement show.” the progress with the Lightning II that the F-35 Lighting II aircraft The F-35 Lighting II’s presence at FIA programme. Iwill be flying at the Farnborough 14 also mark’s a unique aviation first The selection of two UK airshows International Airshow, Amanda with the aircraft’s VTOL (Vertical Take also demonstrates the significant role Stainer, Commercial Director for show Off and Landing) predecessor, the that Britain has in the programme. organisers Farnborough International Sea Harrier, also being present at the Approximately 15 per cent of every Ltd said, ‘We are delighted that the show. Speaking about the occasion, aircraft is built in the UK. news has now been confirmed after Shaun Ormrod said, “The Harrier Defence Secretary Philip Hammond weeks of speculation. We are incredibly has played a distinct role in modern said, “The US and the UK have worked pleased that the UK MoD and the aviation history, a hero of the Falklands closely together on the F-35 project US DoD have chosen the event to War and a superb example of aviation from the beginning. We are the only showcase the aircraft.’ technology. The opportunity to see country that is a first tier partner in “The JSF and F-35 programme the last and next generation of vertical the project, which is sustaining tens of has seen participation from nine thrust aircraft at the same venue marks thousands of jobs in the UK. partner countries including the a milestone in aviation history.” This fifth generation stealth combat United Kingdom. FIA will provide the Defence Secretary, Sir Philip aircraft will be a major boost to perfect venue for many of the global Hammond announced that the F-35 British combat air power and it is supply chain companies involved in Lighting II will make its international entirely fitting that the F-35’s first stop the programme to showcase their debut in the UK at the FIA 2014 outside the United States will be in the expertise”. and RIAT. The decision to fly the UK.” FIL Chief Executive, Shaun Ormrod combat aircraft outside of the United The F-35 will be making also commented, “The F-35 Lighting II States for the first time, following demonstration flights at both trade is one of the most advanced aircraft to discussions between Philip Hammond show and the public weekend. The be developed for a very long time and and his US counterpart, Secretary Sea Harrier comes to show from the will create a great deal of interest at the Hagel, is a further demonstration of Spanish Navy. Eaton awarded Channel Champion 2014 by CRN

Power Management Company Eaton channel programs and channel confident that the technical superiority has been awarded Channel Champion partners. The 2014 Channel Chiefs were of our products, coupled with emphatic 2014 by CRN during a special awards selected by the CRN editorial team support from our partners is the way ceremony at the XChange Solution based on channel experience, program to move forward,” said Syed Sajjhadh Provider Conference in Los Angeles, innovations, channel-driven revenue Ali, Managing Director, Eaton Electrical, California. Eaton is the overall winner and public support for the importance India. in the category of Power Protection of IT channel sales. Eaton continues to introduce and Management, also winning awards “Such recognitions encourage us to innovative technology and programs to in Financial Satisfaction and Support continue efforts to support our channel attract channel partners. Launched in Satisfaction sub-categories. 2011 in India, Eaton’s PowerAdvantage™ Ramesh Menon, director, global Partner Program continues to provide channel marketing, and Curtiz Gangi, resellers with the tools to deliver director, U.S. Channels, Data Center greater business value to customers Sales Segment, were felicitated as and maximize revenues within the key 2014 Channel Chiefs by CRN for their growth segments of power and energy leadership in creating an effective efficiency. This program was expanded channel program for information to help Indian resellers grow their technology solution providers. This businesses through power backup and is the third year in a row that Menon management solutions. Additionally, has been recognized on CRN’s list of partners, and enable them to grow a the Eaton Power Quality team esteemed IT channel leaders. huge network aligned to the company’s continues to provide innovative and The awards resonate Eaton’s roadmap. Introducing innovative integrated solutions to help customers continued growth and unparalleled technologies attract forward thinking maximize the business value of their IT commitment to information technology value added resellers in India, and we are infrastructures.

Aeromag 24 Aeromag 25 Boeing Forecasts Demand in India for 1,600 New Airplanes Worth $205 Billion leet expected to grow more than five times in size over next 20 years F Boeing projects demand for more than 1,600 new airplanes in India over the next 20 years, valued at $205 billion. The company briefed its 20-year market outlook for the country at India Aviation 2014, forecasting India’s commercial aviation fleet will grow more than five times in size. “India’s demographics are highly favorable to the growth of for fuel-efficient twin-aisle airplanes in India. air transportation,” said Dinesh Keskar, senior vice president The 20-year forecast of airplane deliveries by airplane types is of Sales, Asia Pacific and India, Boeing Commercial Airplanes. as follows: “The share of India’s large population entering the workforce is growing. India could have the world’s fourth-largest economy if India New Airplane Deliveries: 2013-2032 current trends continue helping drive demand for air travel.” Airplane Type Deliveries Value (US$) Boeing projects that passenger airlines in India will rely Single-aisle 1,330 $132 billion primarily on single-aisle airplanes such as the Next-Generation Twin-aisle 235 $72 billion 737 and the 737 MAX, a new-engine variant of the market- Regional jets 35 $1 billion leading 737, to connect passengers. Single-aisle airplanes will “India will continue to have one of the strongest, most vibrant represent 83 percent of the new airplanes in the country. aviation markets in the world over the next two decades,” said For long-haul traffic, Boeing forecasts twin-aisle airplanes Keskar. “While passenger growth is recovering and we project such as the 747-8 Intercontinental, 777 and the 787 Dreamliner a healthy aviation industry in the long term, adverse near-term will account for 15 percent of new airplane deliveries. Boeing’s trends of overcapacity, a weak rupee and high fuel prices will recently launched 787-10 and 777X also will support the demand affect airline profitability in the near term.”

HAL crosses Rs. 15,000 crore milestone NI introduces next-

AL has notched-up the various PSUs in different categories in generation wireless highest ever turnover of recognition of their performance and H Rs. 15,180 crores for the contribution to the Indian economy. prototyping platform FY 2013-14 surpassing the previous Some of the HAL highlights for the year’s figure of Rs. 14,324 crores. “We FY 2013-14 included Initial Operational ational Instruments crossed the psychological barrier of Clearance (IOC) received for Light announced an integrated Rs. 15,000 crores and the production Combat Aircraft (LCA), sea level, Nsoftware defined radio has been pretty good as we produced night level and high altitude trials solution for rapidly prototyping high- 60 aircraft and helicopters, achieved successfully done for IJT, induction of performance, multichannel wireless the initial operational clearance (II) first completely Indian manufactured communication systems. The NI USRP of LCA and filed record 209 patents Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer by INS RIO platform is built on the NI LabVIEW during the year”, said Dr. R.K. Tyagi, Dega, Visakhapatnam, dedication RIO architecture and combines a high- Chairman, HAL. “We are preparing of ALH-Dhruv, Garuda Vasudha to performance 2 x 2 multiple input, the company for 2020 and beyond”, the nation for exploration of mineral multiple output (MIMO) RF transceiver he added. wealth, contribution of structures for capable of transmitting and receiving HAL’s Value of Production (VOP) for Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) and Crew signals from 50 MHz to 6 GHz with an FY 2013-14, stood at Rs. 15,296 crores as Module structure assembly for the open LabVIEW programmable FPGA against the figure of Rs. 14,202 crores of Human Spaceflight Programme (HSP) to architecture. the previous year. The operating profit ISRO. Wireless engineers can use this went up to Rs. 1,651 crores in the FY Besides the prudent financial technology to rapidly prototype 2013-14 as against Rs. 1,194 crores in management, the company took several real-time wireless communications 2012-13. initiatives on R&D front, indigenisation, systems and test them under real- In the meantime, HAL received the quality, customer support, IT, HR and world conditions. They can also “Most Efficient Navratna 2013” award CSR. HAL played a vital role during prototype more capable wireless at the fifth Dalal Street Investment the Uttarakhand flood relief operation algorithms and systems faster and Journal Awards night held in New during July 2013 as its ALH-Dhruv reduce time to results using the Delhi yesterday. HAL Chairman, Dr. performed effectively in a massive only complete platform to take full R.K. Tyagi received the award from the rescue and relief operation, clocking advantage of a graphical system jury. The awards were presented to the more than 600 hrs of flying. design approach.

Aeromag 26 Aeromag 27 Russian Helicopters changing the face of helicopter industry ussian Helicopters, a subsidiary helicopters. The firm order book at year-end tube clamp and carriage push forces, helps of Oboronprom, part of State stood at 808 helicopters, with a list value us to achieve these new levels of precision. RCorporation Rostec, discussed a broad of RUB 401.2 billion. Deliveries for 2014 are If we did the same jobs on our old hydraulic range of issues to do with restructuring and 100% covered by firm orders. The Collegium machines we would be much more reliant upgrading its production capacities and also discussed the company’s core priorities on highly skilled operators to both set up the streamlining its management processes for 2014. Issues discussed included the machines, and make the parts with additional at a meeting of the company’s Collegium. streamlining of management processes weld joints, and hence additional cost.” The Collegium – held at Kazan Helicopters, and interaction among group companies to SL Engineering (SLE) is one of Europe’s a Russian Helicopters company – also improve decision-making and reduce costs. leading Tier 1 suppliers of rigid tube discussed the production efficiency of Russia’s Among measures to optimise and upgrade assemblies and precision machined parts helicopter-construction sector today and its production efficiency, the Collegium noted for aerospace applications, and supplies future development. ongoing work to expand collaboration with components to major engine and airframe CEO Alexander Mikheev was joined SMEs able to produce and supply high-quality programs from commercial Airbus and at the Collegium by officials from the parts and components. Boeing aircraft to leading military programs Russian Helicopters parent company and Another area of great potential is the such as the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Although its production and R&D assets. “Russia’s creation of design bureaux at helicopter the aerospace sector accounts for a large helicopter-building industry is changing construction plants to help maximise the proportion of turnover, SLE also provides parts fast,” said Alexander Mikheev. “We have set efficiency of interaction between production for industrial gas turbines, marine propulsion, ourselves ambitious targets and are building facilities and the Mil and Kamov design and other critical industry applications. a dynamic and efficient company to achieve bureaux. Successful examples can be found SLE’s business today is characterised by them. To attain 20% global market share today at Rostvertol, Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant a need for manufacturing flexibility. The we still have much to do – completing the and Progress Arsenyev Aviation Company. average batch is around 5 to 25 parts, and restructuring and upgrades of our production Russian Helicopters continues to devote orders can even be for just a single emergency capacities, continuing to expand our model considerable resources to improving quality. ‘aircraft-on-ground’ part. Demand for greater range, growing our technological capabilities, Today the company’s quality management precision and shape complexity is another increasing our intellectual and production system is being improved to meet major facet of its work. Until recently, few potential, and rolling out our global after-sales international standards for the aerospace tubular parts required bends with radii of care system, which will include some of the and defence sectors. Last year the company less than 2D (twice the tube diameter). Today, company’s maintenance facilities.” joined the European Aerospace Quality Group however SLE regularly receives requests for The Collegium noted the substantial (EAQG), and work in this area will continue in bends of 1D, and for shapes with minimal progress made on the company’s core 2014 at the international level. straight sections between bends. The use projects in 2013. More than 800 new SL Engineering makes acquisition of thinner walled tubing, and expensive pieces of equipment were installed at The aerospace tubular parts manufacturer specialist materials such as titanium and Russian Helicopters facilities to improve SL Engineering is continuing its investment Inconel are further trends. production safety and reduce the company’s in advanced automation with the acquisition These demands are behind the company’s environmental footprint. Significant successes of a second all-electric CNC tube bending moves to all-electric tube bending were achieved by the company’s investment machine from Unison. technology. SLE installed its first such bending projects, including completion of the The new machine enhances SL machine in 2010 - a 30 mm diameter Breeze technological development of machining, Engineering’s manufacturing capabilities, from the UK manufacturer Unison. Much of plating and composite production. especially its ability to produce more complex SLE’s work is on diameters of 30 mm or less, Last year the company invested RUB 8.3 tubular shapes. It also extends the size range and most of its current work falls into the sub- billion in upgrades to production capabilities, of tubing that can be bent using all-electric 50.8 mm range. The first all-electric machine up 8.5% year on year. Labour efficiency servomotor-controlled movement - to tube has proved critical for SLE, allowing it to handle also increased significantly, with output per and pipe diameters up to 80 mm. small batch set-ups much more efficiently employee rising by 12.4% to RUB 3.4 million. “Engine and aircraft manufacturers are and quickly - with zero or minimal scrap. As a The company boosted spending on R&D taking advantage of the advanced shape result, the company channels most new work activities by 48.4% to RUB 7.9 billion. Russian forming capability of state-of-the-art tube for smaller parts onto the 30mm all-electric Helicopters continues to pursue a strategy of bending machines by specifying more machine, and transfers many older parts growing its innovation potential. complex shapes and highly challenging onto the machine by creating new bending These measures have helped the company tighter-radius bends - to save weight and programs as orders come in. After almost four to grow its financial and operational results space and eliminate welded joints,” says years of operation, the 30 mm machine now in recent years. In 2013 Russian Helicopters Shaun Stevenson of SL Engineering. “The produces a significant proportion of SLE’s recorded a 10% increase in revenue to RUB sophisticated bending capability of Unison business. SLE typically has anywhere from 500 138.3 billion, with deliveries reaching 275 machines, which allow greater control over to 1000 live jobs at any one time.

Aeromag 28 Aeromag 29 While it was DA1 that first flew in Germany in 1994, it was the British who next took to the air with DA2 a few days later on 6th April. Italy followed in June 1995 and Spain in August 1996. Today, Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft are built at Final Assembly Plants in all four countries. In total more than 225,000 flying hours have been accumulated with unprecedented levels of reliability. The aircraft has also seen active service in Libya, has been used on Baltic patrol exercises and has recently been showcased at one of the world’s Jayapal is new leading air-to-air combat training events, Red Flag, at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. Chief Executive Peter Weger, who flew that first flight said: “I had little idea when I made of CEMILAC that maiden flight from Manching Austria and the Kingdom of Saudi face today are no less demanding what an amazing story this would Mr. P Jayapal has been appointed as Eurofighter Typhoon - Arabia. Soon it will also be delivered than those which our predecessors become. I knew I was piloting an the new Chief Executive of Center for to Oman. It is defending skies and had when they set out to develop incredible aircraft and we had Military Airworthiness and Certification providing a 24/7 watch over Europe, this aircraft. We now need to show something special. It is certainly one (CEMILAC), an organization of DRDO, 20 years strong the Middle East – and around the the same resolve, determination and of those days that lives with you for Ministry of Defence, Bangalore. He urope’s biggest defence and few, if any of us, could have Antartic region. The challenges we vision that they had.” the rest of your life.” assumed charge from Dr. K Tamil Mani, Eprogramme marks a 20 year anticpated the challenges that this Distinguished Scientist and Director anniversary as it celebrates the first would bring. Now more than ever it General (Aeronautics) who was holding flight of the Eurofighter Typhoon on is vital that we maintain and develop the additional charge as CE, CEMILAC 27th March 1994. our European capabilities both in the subsequent to his elevation as DG Since that day in Manching, Germany, commercial and military domains. It is (Aeronautics). when Development Aircraft 1 (DA1) in all our interests to do this.” Mr. Jayapal is an alumnus of MIT, Anna was flown by Test Pilot Peter Weger, The Spanish-born CEO added: University from where he obtained over 400 Eurofighter Typhoons have “The Eurofighter Typhoon that Peter his B.Tech degree in Aeronautical been delivered with six international Weger first flew 20 years ago is very Engineering (1983) and his Masters. customers operating the aircraft and a different to the one that flies today. He joined Defence Research and seventh signed up. From the outset, the aircraft was built Development Organization (DRDO), The milestone was marked this week with capability enhancement in mind in 1985 in Regional Centre for Military at Eurofighter’s main European offices and the process of enhancement is Airworthiness, RCMA, (Nasik). In 1990, close to Munich where Test Pilots from what delivers a long-term return on he joined RCMA(Helicopters), Bangalore all the four nations that make up the investment. The Eurofighter is now and later took over as Regional Director, Eurofighter programme came together the backbone of a number of air forces RCMA(Helicopters) in the year 2005.He to re-live the maiden flights made in and will be in service for decades was elevated to the position of Group Germany, the UK, Italy and Spain. They to come. It is a significant European Director (Aircraft) in CEMILAC, Bangalore. were joined by the General Manager asset and one which showcases to the As Chief Executive (Airworthiness) he is of NETMA, Air Vice-Marshal Graham world the very best in technology and overseeing the Airworthiness Clearance Farnell, the Chief Executive Officer of innovation.” Certification activities on abinitio Eurofighter, Alberto Gutierrez, Board NETMA’s General Manager, Graham projects like LCA, ALH, HJT-36, UAVs and Members of both organisations and Farnell said: “The dream of our several major upgrade programmes of Eurofighter employees. predecessors, some 30 years ago, of a the Defence Services. As the head of Alberto Gutierrez, said: “This is world-class European Fighter Aircraft, the organization, he is responsible for an historic day for the European became a reality on 27th March 1994. monitoring all Airworthiness activities defence industry. We have built up This success could not have been of 14 RCMAs situated all over India a fantastic legacy in this aircraft and reached without a huge amount of and assuring flight safety of all Military established the foundation of today’s hard work and dedication from so Airborne Vehicles / Stores of the nation. defence industry in Europe through many people in so many organisations He is the recipient of Lab Level unprecedented co-operation and a across Europe.” Technology Group Award 2007 and determined focus to build and deliver “The aircraft they built is now DRDO Award for Excellence in a world-class product. fully operational in the air forces of Self-Reliance for the year 2001 and “Twenty years ago, none of us could Germany, Spain, Italy, the United 2008. know how the world would change Kingdom and with our partners in

Aeromag 30 Aeromag 31 ISRO going from strength to strength Aerospace Engineers unveils business expansion drive

Dr. K. Radhakrishnan Chairman,ISRO

ndian Space Research Organisation’s Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, IPSLV-C24, recently successfully launched IRNSS-1B, the second satellite in Mr.R.Sunder the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite orbital position. influence of Earth, a Trajectory Correction CEO, System (IRNSS), from Satish Dhawan IRNSS is an independent regional Manoeuvre (TCM) was performed Aerospace Engineers Space Centre SHAR, Sriharikota. This is navigation satellite system designed to successfully on December 11, 2013. the twenty fifth consecutively successful provide position information in the Indian ISRO has been continuously monitoring mission of PSLV. The ‘XL’ configuration of region and 1500 km around the Indian the Spacecraft using its Deep Space erospace Engineers is a key all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, the USA. The company has participated PSLV was used for this mission. Previously, mainland. IRNSS would provide two types Network complemented by that of NASA- Adeveloper of critical, high structures and even interiors. Highly in the NADCAP training program, and it the same configuration of the vehicle was of services, namely, Standard Positioning JPL. As the Spacecraft is on its designated precision aircraft components skilled teams at Aerospace Engineers has also established a NABL accredited used five times to launch Chandrayaan-1, Services (SPS) - provided to all users - and trajectory, the TCM planned for April 2014 and global supplier in aerospace have consistently delivered exemplary Laboratory in the new plant launched GSAT-12, RISAT-1, IRNSS-1A and Mars Restricted Services (RS), provided only to is not considered essential. If required, the and defense. Accredited with the solutions to various customers over recently. The company has also secured Orbiter Spacecraft. authorised users. next TCM is planned to be carried out in prestigious AS 9100C, its intricate the years, helping them in no small “Design Approval by Center for Military After the lift-off with the ignition of the A number of ground stations responsible June 2014. and ultra precise technical testing measure to move up the industrial Airworthiness, Ministry of defense, first stage, the important flight events, for the generation and transmission of Mars Orbiter Spacecraft and its five devices corroborated with systematic ladder. It also developed a string of Government of India.” (CEMILAC) namely, stage and strap-on ignitions, navigation parameters, satellite control, scientific instruments are in good health. documentation have earned it the composite items for BrahMos and Aerospace Engineers recently forayed heat-shield separation, stage and strap- satellite ranging and monitoring, etc., Periodic tests are being done on the approval of Defense Research & various missile parts for Agni, into the development of Main Gear Box on separations and satellite injection took have been established in as many as 15 different levels of autonomy built into the Development Organization. With and . Lubrication Oil Pump for Helicopter, Dual place exactly as planned. After a flight locations across the country. Spacecraft for managing contingencies. steady growth and diversification, The company has also established pump for GTRE Un manned aircraft, Fuel of about 19 minutes, IRNSS-1B Satellite, Two more satellites of this constellation, At present, the radio distance between Aerospace Engineers today commands ties with OEMs such as HAL, Boeing, Pump with Brushless motor for Light weighing 1432 kg, was injected to an namely, IRNSS-1C and IRNSS-1D, are the Spacecraft and the Earth is 39 a significant presence in the Airbus, Sikorsky, Meggitt, Goodrich, Compact Aircraft, Pump for Lycoming elliptical orbit of 283 km X 20,630 km, planned to be launched in the second half million km. A signal from the Earth to manufacturing of precision parts. TATA Advanced Systems, Honeywell, Engine which has secured ratification which is very close to the intended orbit. of 2014. The entire IRNSS constellation the Spacecraft and back to Earth takes 4 Now totally powered by SAP by design Snecma, Heico, Tyco Electronics, from Air Worthiness Authorities and After injection, the solar panels of of seven satellites is planned to be minutes and 15 seconds. Soon, the High implementation, Aerospace Engineers Eaton and Moog Aerospace, an Award for Excellence in Aerospace IRNSS-1B were deployed automatically. completed by 2015-16. Gain Antenna of the Spacecraft will be put has manufactured about 15,000 parts offering them advanced competent Indigenization from SIATI. It has also ISRO’s Master Control Facility (at Hassan, It’s also worth mentioning here that in service for handling communications that comply with global aviation technological solutions and also developed Aerospace metallic hoses Karnataka) assumed the control of India’s Mars Orbiter Spacecraft recently with the ground stations. requirements with rigorous quality supplying metallic and non metallic for Hydraulic & Pneumatic applications, the satellite. Five orbit manoeuvres crossed the half-way mark of its journey The Mars Orbit Insertion (MOI) standards ratified by authorities. products to ADE, ADA, HAL, BrahMos, Fittings, Connecters and Aeronautical were conducted from Master Control to the Red Planet along the designated manoeuvre would be performed on Aerospace Engineers’ Precision ASL, CABS, DRDL, DARE, RCI, DEBEL, precision parts. And now the company’s Facility to position the satellite in its helio-centric trajectory. September 24, 2014. Parts Division (PPD) is a vibrant VRDE, GTRE, etc.The company has goal is to manufacture Elastomeric Geosynchronous Circular Orbit at 55 deg Mars Orbiter Spacecraft was launched The Indigenous Cryogenic Upper Stage manufacturing Group having qualified tied up with Wesco Aircraft on Bearing, Fuel Pump, Fuel Dump Valve, East longitude. . onboard PSLV-C25 on November 05, was successfully flight-tested by ISRO engineers with adequate experience supplies of bulk orders. SOC and TV plunger and Fuel Shut off IRNSS-1B is the second of the seven 2013. On December 01, 2013, Trans Mars recently onboard GSLV-D5 launch vehicle and in-depth knowledge. Aerospace Engineers offers design, Valve, among other things. satellites constituting the space segment Injection manoeuvre was conducted from Satish Dhawan Space Centre SHAR, The PPD is well equipped in the areas development, manufacturing, assembly, Aerospace Engineers is also in the of the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite successfully and the Spacecraft was set Sriharikota. In this successful flight of of R & D, design, manufactures, repairs, supply and integration of systems and process of promoting its new project, System. IRNSS-1A, the first satellite of the in its course towards Planet Mars through GSLV-D5, a communication satellite - GSAT- distributes and overhaul of Metallic & implementation of projects. To tap “SABB Aerospace components Private constellation, is functioning satisfactorily a helio-centric trajectory. Soon after 14 - was launched very precisely to its LRU parts that extend over the entire opportunities overseas, Aerospace Limited” for manufacturing of composite from its designated geosynchronous the Spacecraft crossed the sphere of intended Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit. helicopter & aircraft, from the engines Engineers has spread its wings to Dallas, parts for missiles.

Aeromag 32 Aeromag 33 Chairman of DDMB Dr R.K. Tyagi with Dr K. Tamilmani, DG (Aeronautics), Dr C.P. Ramanarayanan, Director, GTRE, Dr Ajit Kalghatgi , Director (R&D, BEL), Dr Shyam Chetty, Director, NAL, Mr P Srikumar, Director, ADE and Mr. T. Suvarna Raju, Director, Design and MiG-29 fighter: from stagnation Development of HAL. towards prosperity Govt-constituted DDMB holds first meeting Export perspectives of the famous fighter family he first meeting of newly constituted retaining talent”, said Chairman of collaboration. The meeting also felt that TDesign & Development Management DDMB, Dr R.K. Tyagi who is also Chairman all the concerned organizations must By Dr. Konstantin Makienko, Actually, MiG-29, being fitted with development. Its corporate structure Board (DDMB) by the Government to of HAL. Dr K. Tamilmani, DG (Aeronautics), share the lessons learnt from the past Deputy Director of Centre for Analysis of middle- and short-range missiles, multi- was optimized, its financial status was strengthen design and development Dr C.P. Ramanarayanan, Director, GTRE, programs and make combined efforts to Strategies and Technologies (CAST), the channel detection system and helmet improved and all prerequisites for restarting in aerospace and promote self-reliance Dr Ajit Kalghatgi , Director (R&D, BEL), ensure success of future programs with leading Russian non-state think-tank on target designation system, has set up a a full-scale manufacturing program were in the critical areas of India’s defence Dr Shyam Shetty, Director, NAL, Mr P thrust on indigenization. Acquiring of security affairs. sort of internationally accepted standard available. preparedness was held at HAL Corporate Srikumar, Director, ADE and Mr. T. Suvarna modern technology and measures to be It is not a mere exaggeration to state that of 4th generation fighter. Successful But for getting the same niche on the Office. The Board comprises key members Raju, Director, Design and Development taken to retain quality manpower were “MIG” is the most famous trade mark in implementation of programs like world market required a really state-of-the of India’s premier defence organizations of HAL (who is Member Secretary of the also discussed. The forum would act as combat aviation worldwide. During 73 years ‘Eurofighter Typhoon’ and ‘Dasso Rafale’ art product. And it was made available as a involved in research, production and Board) were present on the occasion. a platform for stimulating initiatives and of its history, the MiG Corporation has set up speaks in favor of this thesis. family of multi-functional fighters of “4++” manufacturing activities. The meeting brain-stormed on how suggest policy interventions for bringing a number of records, not to be repeated in By now a total number of all types of generation with MiG-29K/KUB ship-born “We need to have clear road map to to build a strong foundation for R&D inclusive growth. The DDMB members years to come, precisely: MiG-29s exceed 1600, what is the second fighter as the basic a/c. take on the challenges in defence sector by synergizing the core competency of will deliberate at length most of these - above 60 000 of manufactured aircraft; position worldwide among aircraft of A concept of its development was as issues concerned range from basic all the organizations involved, creating issues in their future meetings and the - 17 500 MiG-15 jet-propelled fighters; 4th generation. By the end of 80th of the based on following ideas: up-graded and applied research, involvement of conducive environment for research recommendations will be communicated - 11 000 MiG-21 super-sonic a/c. last century MiG-29 had formed up the aerodynamics of MiG-29 plus new academia, production, spotting and and support business academia to the stakeholders. The first half-century of the MiG’s history backbone of fighters’ stable of the Russian aircraft systems plus fly-by-wire plus total had been a period of constant growth. AF and it had been highly popular in the replacement of avionics. The aircraft has It was followed by a serious decline. For world. got a glass cockpit, new generation radar, Simultaneously with supplies of MiG-29K/KUB a/c, the series Diehl Aerospace the last decade the downturn had been But by the early 1990s in view of the and a modern multi-channel electro-optical production ofair-based version of MiG-29M/M2 was launched. For replaced by the steady development. economic slowdown in Russia, the aiming system. countries, which operate MiG-29s, this aircraft provides quite an wins Crystal Cabin award The main impulse of this positive trend Russian military stopped their acquisition In early 2000s MiG Corporation had been opportunity to increase the efficiency of their air forces without has come up as spin-offs in development programs, MiG-29 including. Expectations undertaking the new family’s design and big expenses on new infrastructure and personnel’s training. Some n spite of strong competition, Diehl Aerospace of basic features implemented in the MiG- on big-scale exports happened to be testing using only its own resources. But the interest to an acquisition of precisely this fighter was demonstrated by won recognition at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 29 fighter. Together with Su-27/Su-30, F-15 bleak as well. And the Corporation efforts happened to be quite successful. In Kazakhstan. Iin Hamburg for its concept “Energy Autonomous and F-16 fighters, MiG-29 belongs to a small entered a period of uncertainty. 2004 the Indian MoD signed up a contract The MiG-35 Program keeps its further development as well. It Cabin”. The jury chose DACAPO (Distributed family of aircraft, whose potential for up- And some positive changes were on deliveries of 16 MiG-29K/KUB for its incorporates the main advantages of MiG-29M/M2 with some features Autonomous Cabin Power) in the category “Greener gradation happened to be much wider, that initiated only in 1999 with the support of “Vikramaditya” aircraft carrier. of 5th generation a/c, like AESA radar. Cabin, Health, Safety & Environment”. Core of the their designer could had initially imagined. the Russian government. That time was The started their operation in In general, export perspectives of fighters of the MiG-29’s family may concept is the energy supply in the cabin, based on a MiG-29 had been designed as the selected and implemented rational and 2009 and in 2010 the second contract was be dictated by the following factors: space-saving fuel cell which can be integrated in the Soviet response to the US challenge successful technical policy, due to which signed on delivery of the second batch of - an efficiency, comparable with ones of competitors, in conjunction galley. in development of the 4th generation MiG29SMT multi-role fighter had been MiG-29K/KUB (29 a/c). First fighters of this with easy operation and low prices for maintenance; Benno Petersen and Ronny Knepple received fighter. It was projected as a light combat developed by 2004. batch were shipped to India at the end of - a comparably low political sensitivity in issues of acquisitions of the coveted trophy from the hands of Peter Bishop, aircraft – a competitor and a contender During 2000 – 2003, contracts with some 2012. middle-weight fighters in comparison with ones of heavy-weight: member of the jury as well as founder and managing of the American F-16. But to some extent, countries of Africa, the Middle East and Test flights of MiG-29K/KUB on the board - an availability of huge park of MiG-29s in 28 countries worldwide director of Bishop GmbH Aeronautical Engineers. MiG-29 was more resembling F-15, being South-East Asia had been signed up. In of “Admiral Kuznetsov” a/c carrier in 2009 with well-established ground infrastructures and trained personnel; The Crystal Cabin Award is highly treasured honor light-weight and aerodynamically more sum, above 45 MiGs of different types (MiG- had made positive impressions on the - the Russia’s capacity to exercise a sort of control (due to deliveries in the sector of cabin interiors for passenger aircraft. advanced, in comparison with F-16, 29SMT including) had been exported. commanding staff of the Russian Navy, and of air engines) exports of FC-1/JH-17 и J/F-10 Chinese light and middle The prize is presented annually in various categories initially designed only for a dog fighting By the middle of 2000s MiG Corp in the early 2012 the RN had ordered 24 fighters. during the world’s largest trade fair for cabin interiors mission. had overcome the crisis phase of its fighters. >cont’d Next page – the Aircraft Interiors Expo.

Aeromag 34 Aeromag 35 Polyamide fingers Additive Manufacturing:

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Aeromag 36 Aeromag 37 AEROMAG SPECIAL ISSUES MathWorks India MTU Aero Engines’ 2014 for 2015 to host MATLAB first-quarter revenue on expo 2014 at previous year’s level TU Aero Engines AG announced its 2014 first quarter revenue Bangalore & Pune same as the previous year. Group revenues remained stable Mat €913.0 million (1-3/13: €906.0 million). MTU’s operating athWorks, a leading developer of profit in the first three months of 2014 amounted to €89.0 million (1- Date - 18-22 February , Bangalore mathematical computing software 3/13: €88.3 million), resulting in an unchanged EBIT margin of 9.7%. Mfor engineers and scientists will host Earnings after taxalso reached the previous year’s level, and amounted its premier annual conference, MATLAB Expo to €56.0 million (1-3/13: €55.5 million). February 2013 2014 at Bangalore on 10th July at NIMHANS “The stable earnings in the first three months of 2014 allow us to Convention Centre. The Pune event will be on confirm our full-year forecast,” said Reiner Winkler, CEO of MTU Aero 15th July at the Westin Pune Koregaon Park. Engines AG. “Our first-quarter revenues were impacted by currency

DEFENCE The conference will bring together engineers, translation effects. An additional factor was the relatively high AEROSPACE NEWS scientists and partners to exchange ideas and comparative 2013 figure for the commercial maintenance business, Asia explore the latest product capabilities in MATLAB which was due to revenue deferrals. In the further course of the year, Aeromag we expect revenues to grow to our forecast value of approximately €3.750 million.” In the OEM segment, revenues from both commercial and military engines were slightly up on the previous year. An increase of 2% to LCA and Simulink. The EXPO features presentations €500.5 million (1-3/13: €488.4 million) was reported for the commercial India’s by MathWorks technical experts and customers engine business, which includes engine manufacturing and spare aerospace in India and an exclusive exhibition area parts. The engines that generated the highest share of revenues were jewel showcasing cutting-edge demonstrations. the V2500 engine for the Airbus A320 family, the GP7000 engine for Jason Ghidella, Technical Marketing Manager, the Airbus A380, and the GEnx engine for the Boeing 787 and 747-8. Taking self-reliance MathWorks, will present the keynote address Revenues in the military engine business increased by 4% to €116.6 to new heights entitled ‘Directions in Technical Computing million (1-3/13: €112.2 million) and mainly derived from the EJ200 and Model-Based Design.’ He will discuss how Eurofighter engine. MATLAB and Simulink are equipping engineers Commercial maintenance revenues decreased by 3% to €303.6 and scientists to respond to challenges and million (1-3/13: €313.1 million). The main source of these revenues was opportunities arising out of mega technology the V2500 engine deployed in the Airbus A320 family. trends such as big data, cloud and mobile The order backlog at March 31, 2014 amounted to €9,832.4 million, computing, Internet of Things, low-cost which corresponds to a production workload of almost three years. The programmable micro-processors, online majority of these orders concern the V2500 engine, and the PW1000G education and more. family of geared turbofan engines. Visit us at For the detailed agenda, visit matlabexpo.in. The latter are deployed in the Airbus 320neo, the Bombardier CSeries, Hall C 2.17 MathWorks is the leading developer of the new generation of Embraer E-Jets, the Mitsubishi Regional Jet, and the mathematical computing software. MATLAB, Irkut MS-21. the language of technical computing, is a In the first three months of 2014, MTU’s research and development programming environment for algorithm expenditure amounted to €43.3 million (1-3/13: €53.9 million). development, data analysis, visualization, and Company-funded R&D expenditure recognized as an expense in the numeric computation. Simulink is a graphical income statement amounted to €21.7 million (1-3/13: €28.7 million). A Publication in association with the Society of Indian Aerospace Technologies & Industries environment for simulation and Model-Based The geared turbofan programs represented the main focus of these Design for multidomain dynamic and embedded R&D activities. systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide In the first quarter 2014, MTU boosted capital expenditure on property, rely on these product families to accelerate the plant and equipment by 37% to a total of €22.8 million (1-3/13: €16.6 For publishing Feature Articles, Interviews and pace of discovery, innovation, and development million). “Here too, we have concentrated specifically on investments advertisements in Aeromag Aero India 2015 issues, in automotive, aerospace, electronics, financial that will assure the company’s future,” said Winkler. “This money has services, biotech-pharmaceutical, and other been spent on projects related to the ramp-up of the geared turbofan Please contact :Aeromag Asia, Aerosun Media, Aeronautical Society of India industries. MATLAB and Simulink are also programs, such as purchasing machinery for the blisk manufacturing fundamental teaching and research tools in the facility and constructing a new logistics center in Munich, as well as Building, Suranjandas Road, Off Old Madras Road,Bangalore 560075. Karnataka. world’s universities and learning institutions. expanding the capacity of MTU Aero Engines Polska.” Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than The full-year forecasts for the financial year 2014 are unchanged. The India.Tel : +91 80 25284145 / 65952377 & +91 9480551925 3000 people in 15 countries, with headquarters MTU group expects to generate revenues of approximately €3,750 million in Natick, Massachusetts, USA. (2013: €3,574.1 million), accompanied by stable operating profits (2013 [email protected] / [email protected] www.aeromag.in For additional information, visit http://www. adjusted EBIT: €373.1 million) and stable earnings after tax (2013 adjusted mathworks.in/ net income: €235.7 million).

Aeromag 38 Aeromag 39 Dassault Aviation rolls out 250th Falcon 7X

nother milestone in the Falcon 7X program was The Falcon 7X can fly a typical approach at a slow 104 knots reached recenty with the roll out of the 250th aircraft and land and stop in just 2,070 ft (631 m). It can do this at Aat Dassault Aviation’s Charles Lindbergh Hall in airports in hot and high locations and with steep approach Mérignac near Bordeaux, France. and stringent noise restrictions. Its performance into and The aircraft entered final assembly earlier this year. It will fly out challenging airports like Aspen, Lugano and London City to the Falcon completion center in Little Rock, Arkansas in June Airports make the 7X unique among the long range business and will be delivered to its customer before year’s end. jets and is particularly appreciated by operators flying to “This latest milestone is testimony to the outstanding such destinations. What’s more, this airport performance reception that the Falcon 7X has received in the business can be achieved while offering much more range. aviation community,” said Eric Trappier, Chairman and CEO These unparalleled flying qualities do not come at the of Dassault Aviation. “Thanks to this enthusiastic support, the expense of traveling comfort. Passengers often comment on Falcon 7X has become our fastest selling business jet ever.” the aircraft’s extremely comfortable cabin and the impressively A total of 216 Falcon 7X’s are currently in service in 34 smooth ride conferred by digital flight control technology, countries around the world. The fleet has accumulated more which allow them to emerge fresh and relaxed from a long 12- than 250,000 flight hours since it was introduced in 2007. hour flight. The popularity of the Falcon 7X stems from the aircraft’s unparalleled flying flexibility, operating economy and advanced technologies. The 7X was the first 100% digitally Successful flight test of Agni-1 designed aircraft in business aviation and the first to be equipped with digital flight controls, and it remains the most he strategic Forces Command (SFC) of India launched advanced business jet in service today. It operates with ease an Agni 1 ballistic missile from test range at the from more airfields and with greater economy than any jet in TWheeler island, off the coast of Odisha, as part of its class. regular training exercise. The missile took off in a perfect “No other extra long range jet can match the 7X’s short-field launch and reached the target point in Bay of Bengal meeting agility, fuel efficiency and handling qualities, more typical of a all the mission objectives successfully. The DRDO developed smaller super midsize jet than a large cabin aircraft,” remarked medium range ballistic missile is part of armed forces arsenal. Trappier. Mr. Avinash Chander, Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri, The 7X consumes 15-30% less fuel than competing aircraft, Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and DG DRDO cutting down significantly on operating costs. And thanks to congratulated the Strategic Forces Command and the DRDO its three-engine design, it can take shorter routes over water, personnel. saving valuable time and money on long transatlantic and transpacific trips.

Aeromag 40 Aeromag 41 HAL bets big on Dhruv helicopters

HAL expects a minimum of 100 civil Dhruv helicopters to be in operation in the next few years. “We have plans to set up separate division for servicing these copters. We have a separate export marketing group in the Corporate Office that looks after the export business. We have appointed a consultant to analyze the market potential for Dhruv”, says HAL Chairman R K Tyagi in an in Uttarakhand performed effectively HAL to India customers, including state exclusive interview to Aeromag Asia. in dropping paratroopers, evacuating governments. HAL has charted-out a road map to make stranded people and in supply of food and Dhruv helicopter has been produced the Company a significant player in the field medicines. The helicopters made sorties in different versions – viz. Mk I, Mk II and of helicopter design and development. Could you talk on the important non- during the Uttrakhand tragedy. in the high risk zone overcoming strong Mk III. Dhruv Mk III utility version (skid) Some of the steps planned to strengthen military roles for Dhruv helicopter? When Uttarakhand tragedy struck, we winds, visibility and with virtually no space received its Initial Operational Clearance the Helicopter design department and Dhruv is versatile helicopter and its non- deployed 44 helicopters in June and July for landing on high terrains. (IOC) in October 2010. We have initiated the accelerate design and development military uses include casualty evacuation 2013, out of which 28 were Dhruv. The Dhruv which can carry 12-14 people was certification process of Dhruv Mk III (civil projects include R & D projects with and rescue work, VIP transportation, operation “Rahat” was one of the largest the star performer. On many occasions, due version). The EASA certification of Dhruv DRDO labs, IITs, IISc; collaboration airborne law enforcement, cargo rescue operations of its kind anywhere in to incessant rain IAF pilots could only use Mk III is likely to take some time. with academic institutions (IISc/IITs), transportation and gas / oil pipeline the world. Our helicopters flew for nearly Dr. R K Tyagi Dhruv as it was unsafe for other copters to We are keen to have this product in the HR initiatives, involving experts from surveillance, aerial photography, aerial 630 hours and made 2,380 sorties over HAL Chairman land. We are proud of it. civil segment. HAL has held discussions with academia and external industry in design surveillance including coastal surveillance, difficult terrain and in hostile weather leading Helicopter operators for their future and development activities; independent geo-physical survey, personnel conditions. During this period, HAL’s five How many Civil version Dhruvs have acquisitions in this connection. HAL’s civil review of design and configurations by transportation, disaster management, heli- member team was stationed at Deharadun been produced, and what is HAL vision helicopters sold to BSF are being operated external domain experts; continuous tourism. It can also be used as heli-taxi. to provide technical and logistical support. & plans for marketing in India & abroad. by Pawan Hans. involvement and interactions with stake Please give a brief on the excellent role I feel, all our helicopters, deployed We have produced 15 Dhruv MkI (civil holders and customers; upgrading and of Dhruv in the disaster relief operations over flood and landslide affected areas version). Regarding our vision, I am glad to What is the status of development modernizing infrastructure dedicated to inform you that HAL is presently producing certification and production of the helicopter design and development. Mk III Dhruv. This helicopter would have Ambulance version of ALH, which was HAL is investing more than Rs 300 crore civil certification and would be offered exhibited almost a decade ago? in capacity and capability for upgrading to our customers in due course. I expect a A conceptual prototype for ALH in Air Helicopter design and development in the minimum of 100 civil Dhruv helicopters Ambulance role was made and flight trials next three years. to be in operation in the next few years. were carried out earlier, subsequently Further, HAL has also acquired 600 acres We have plans to set up separate division configuration updates have been made of land from Government of Karnataka, for servicing these copters. Regarding and a type of aero medical equipments near Tumkur. A state of the art green overseas market, we have a separate which need to be incorporated in the field Helicopter manufacturing facility export marketing group in the Corporate helicopters have been identified. Efforts will be established at this location by HAL Office that looks after the export business. are on for identifying a suitable partner for catering to the expanding Helicopter I am sure they keep track of development for conversion of ALH as Air Ambulance. business. in the international market and position Developmental activities for certification of This plant will be self-contained unit HAL products accordingly. In fact, we have an Air Ambulance of ALH would be taken integrating the manufacturing plants, the appointed a consultant to analyze the up after this. helicopter assembly shops, field service and market potential for Dhruv. flight testing facilities, MRO facilities and With your experience with Helicopter, associated support infra-structure and a Why HAL has not so far sold Dhruv and vision to lead HAL to greater township. Civil to Indian Commercial Helicopter glory, what actions are being taken All these steps are being initiated to ensure operators, such as Pawan Hans, Global to strengthen the Helicopter Design that HAL becomes a significant player in the Vectra etc and what are your vision & Department, and accelerate the slow Rotary Wing Design and Manufacturing in plans to market this proud product of moving design & development projects? the global aeronautical field.

Aeromag 42 Aeromag 43 Success with Precision elephony, radio and internet using satellites T– the ever increasing uses in the SatCom industry combined with the increasing demands on transmission capacity and operating conditions have led to a considerable growth in available dual channel rotary joints in the past few years. Such rotary joints are particularly important for SatCom applications, as they allow the simultaneous transmission of broadcasting and received signals through a single component between the base unit in the moving system (e.g. the aircraft, ship, vehicle) and the antenna adjusted in the direction of the satellite. The trend for higher frequency bands and increasing capacity require new solutions such as compact waveguide-coaxial transmission line combinations, which could not be implemented previously. With all applications, the environmental conditions are also intensifying – for example the requirements on temperature range, moisture content, installation height, vibration and shock as well as corrosion resistance. On one hand, the solution can be found in a demanding interplay of ultra-precise milled and rotary parts, which are produced on modern SPINNER CNC quality production of smaller and medium-sized series through Channel designation Channel 1 Channel 2 machinery or in cooperation to larger production orders of many different products. The Interface type with specially selected precision UBR320 (UG-599) 2.92mm female substantiated knowledge about functions and interactions of suppliers. And on the other abstract components, which are often difficult to access for hand, in exact simulation methods, with increases due to the lower number of compensate economically for remaining Interface orientation style I style L lay people in the field of radio technology, puts SPINNER at which the design of such joints can be fits, meaning the produced components incalculabilities in the µm sector. the peak of the RF industry and makes a high demand on its Frequency range 29.0 to 31.0 GHz 19.2 to 21.2 GHz developed and verified according to the can be created in good compatibility To create precision engineering employees. A current product from the SPINNER SatCom dual high demands. with the simulated geometries. This in and microsystems, whose typical Average power capability SR1) 50 W 5 W channel portfolio is the rotary joint described below, which Wherever possible, SPINNER relies on turn allows the exact specification of representative is a dual channel SatCom is optimized for use in the airborne SatCom sector and allows VSWR, max. 1.25 1.5 precision, highly-integrated components, RF values with just a slight individual family, new production areas have high transmission capacities even at great altitudes. Using VSWR variation over rotation, which combine many functions and need for adjustment of the end product. been created, which deal specifically 0.1 0.1 non-contacting transmission technology in the coaxial and are made up of minimal parts, thus In comparison to years ago, adjusting with connecting technology and the max. waveguide sector, signals can be transmitted securely and minimizing the number of connections. elements are no longer considered a positioning of small components, offering Insertion loss, max. 0.4 dB 0.7 dB extremely durably in all fields of use. The product confirms to the This technology allows very good necessary evil and established empirically the right conditions, such as cleanroom Insertion loss variation over demands of conventional aerospace standards in all fields. 0.2 dB 0.2 dB insertion loss values to be achieved, as a in the product development process. assembly. The high level of training at rotation, max. Radio frequency channel characteristics lower number of transition resistances Instead, at the beginning of the design, SPINNER, the exact description of all SR1 Conditions: - Operating altitude if not pressurized, max. Phase variation over rotation, 2.0 deg. 2.0 deg. also arise at the connections which have they are consciously planned in reduced procedures, the consistent training of max. 55000 ft been reduced to a minimum. But the numbers in order to generate specifically employees and the motivation of only - The waveguide flange of the rotary joint must not exceed the main advantage is that the precision determined product features or to wanted to achieve the best enable high- Isolation, min. 65 dB defined maximum ambient temperature.

Aeromag 44 Aeromag 45 Selex ES launches TacSat Razor portable Antenna

Air Dispatch CLC celebrates millionth load sheet milestone

entralised load control specialist Air Dispatch CLC is celebrating the successful completion of its 1,000,000th Cload sheet. The milestone was reached on April 16th 2014 with the production of a load sheet for Finnair flight AY617 from Helsinki to Copenhagen. elex ES, a Finmeccanica company, has launched The Finnish national flag-carrier - one of Air Dispatch CLC’s the TacSat Razor Antenna, an innovative longest standing clients - was presented with a commemorative Ssolution to provide front-line forces with robust, award to mark the occasion at the recent IGHC Ground Handling lightweight, on-the-move, high performance tactical Conference held in Kuala Lumpur. satellite communications to optimise communications. Nick Yeadon, CEO of Air Dispatch CLC, comments: “This landmark Weighing around 1kg, the TacSat Razor Antenna uses occasion highlights how Air Dispatch has expertly and efficiently patented product design to offer a rapid deployment established itself as a leader in the field of centralised load antenna, with a maximum 20W power output in the control services, seamlessly implementing solutions for airlines UHF tacsat band. It is designed specifically for physically worldwide. This number is only set to multiply as our client base demanding battlefield conditions, whilst addressing the continues to expand.” relevant radiation hazard standards. Ari Kuutschin, Head of Ground Operations at Finnair, added:“Air Innovative and patented construction and deployment Dispatch CLC is an excellent partner for Finnair and its flexible technologies make it easy and quick to deploy; and able approach has ensured safety and accuracy since day one. I am to be operated in a “hands free” mode, keeping troops very pleased Finnair was fortunate enough to have received the both ready for action and fully informed. The TacSat accolade of being the partner who reached the millionth load Razor Antenna can be simply attached to the side of sheet with them. We look forward to being present when they a standard military rucksack. Alternatively, it can be reach the next million and beyond.” mounted on a standard tripod or camera spike or on a Since commencing operations in 2008, Air Dispatch has grown vehicle using a magnetic mount. into one of the world’s leading experts in centralised load control Users simply pull a strap to launch the antenna services for the airline industry. from its housing. The antenna is withdrawn back into The company currently operates two state-of-the-art centralised the container by pulling the same strap in the other load control (CLC) centres in Prague, Czech Republic and Warsaw, direction. A modular construction faciltates cleaing and Poland and works with a client base consisting of both legacy and ease of repair in the field. new generation carriers. The TacSat Razor Antenna reduces time to deploy From producing 44,685 load sheets in its first 12 months of and snagging; and eliminates the soldier ‘down time’ business, the company has expanded and now generates nearly incurred by less effective ergonomic designs. It is 450,000 load-sheets a year – delivered to over 200 airports on six envirnomentally qualified to Mil Std 810-G and is IP68 continents. rated for water immersion. An instruction manual is provided.

Aeromag 46 Aeromag 47 Airbus launches new Gulf Stream enhances ACJ319 corporate jet customer support in Asia Pacific

Brings big-cabin comfort to broader market irbus has launched a new version of by allowing customers to quickly and fully customisable layout. its popular corporate jet, the ACJ319, easily create an arrangement that suits Cabin outfitting of the Airbus ACJ319 ulfstream Aerospace Corp. Gulfstream operators on-site and Shanghai and surrounding areas. In Aoffering customers simplicity, speed their needs and tastes, helping them Elegance will be carried out by the continues to enhance and across Greater China. In December China, Guo joins Jenson Saw, who has and savings in the cabin. Called ACJ319 to get what they want without having company’s Airbus Corporate Jet Centre Gexpand its resources for 2013, the facility earned Civil Aviation been based in Beijing since January 2010. Elegance, the new version complements to invest a lot of time and effort. It also (ACJC) subsidiary in Toulouse, which operators in the Asia-Pacific region, Administration of China (CAAC) approval Gulfstream also has FSRs in Hong Kong today’s fully customisable version. makes it easier for customers to upgrade developed the concept, as a turnkey which remains among the world’s fastest- for 1A through 6A inspections for the (three), Singapore (one) and India (one). “Airbus corporate jets have always their cabin later, simply by replacing one project for customer peace of mind. growing markets for Gulfstream aircraft. G550, G450 and G200. Gulfstream’s presence in Asia Pacific been great at enabling customers to or more modules with others. Customers for today’s fully customisable On the eve of the third Asian Business “Our Gulfstream Beijing staff has had also includes factory-authorized service take their lifestyles into the air, because Airbus’ ACJ319 is the most popular Airbus ACJ319 will continue to have the Aviation Conference & Exhibition, more than 200 aircraft visits in less than centers in Hong Kong and Singapore, they have the widest and tallest cabins version of the company’s corporate jet freedom to choose from a wide range of Gulfstream announced that business a year-and-a-half of operation,” said Mark both Jet Aviation facilities; and authorized of any business jet”, points out Airbus family, and the introduction of Elegance cabin-outfitters, including a network of has steadily increased for Gulfstream Burns, president, Gulfstream Product warranty maintenance facilities Chief Operating Officer, Customers, means that customers will have the eight Airbus-approved cabin outfitters Beijing, its service center at Beijing Capital Support. “CAAC facility certification for Metrojet in Hong Kong; ExecuJet John Leahy. “Our new ACJ319 Elegance freedom to choose between it and today’s around the world. International Airport. our new aircraft, the ultra-long-range, in Melbourne and Sydney, Australia; makes it even easier and quicker for “Our fleet in Greater China has grown ultra-large-cabin G650 and the super JAMCO in Sendai, Japan; and Air Works in customers to realise the cabin of their from 30 aircraft in 2008 to more than 130,” midsize G280, is expected this year.” Mumbai, India. Later this year, Jet Aviation dreams, by choosing from a wide range said Gulfstream’s Roger Sperry, regional Since April 2013, Gulfstream has plans to open a new maintenance hangar of seating and socialising options,” he senior vice president, International Sales, increased its parts and inventory in the alongside its current maintenance and adds. Asia Pacific. Asia-Pacific region by approximately $10 FBO operation in Singapore. Elegance combines today’s ACJ319 “Growth like that means more demand million to nearly $67 million positioned The expanded facility will accommodate airframe with a new cabin that allows for regional service and support. We are over four distribution points, Beijing,Hong up to five of Gulfstream’s largest aircraft, customers to choose from a wide range committed to providing more of that year Kong, Singapore and Bangalore, India. the ultra-largecabin G650. Also in of lounge, office, dining and conference after year.” Recently, the company appointed Hong Kong, FlightSafety International modules, complemented by a bathroom Since opening in November 2012, Bill Guo as its second field service operates a Gulfstream Learning Center and galley at the front and a bedroom Gulfstream Beijing has grown to 45 representative (FSR) inChina. He will for technicians and pilots that features a with ensuite bathroom at the rear. employees, including more than 20 respond to the maintenance needs of level-D qualified full-flight simulator for This arrangement simplifies cabin layout technicians, and continues to support customers based in and traveling through the G550 and G450.

Aeromag 48 Aeromag 49 Honeywell expands SIATI: a gateway for aerospace units ounded in 1991, Society individuals (Those who would like to take individual professional of Indian Aerospace membership are recommended to Join Aeronautical Society of Asia Pacific aftermarket FTechnologies and India). All Industry / Institution members can avail services from Industries (SIATI) is the only SIATI with respect to: Industrial Association of Aerospace Development and production of aerospace materials, equipment, Companies in India with the structures, etc for both Indian and Overseas customers. support with Bombardier patronage of major aerospace Assistance in building international collaboration for technology organizations such as Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL), Indian tie-ups and Joint Venture. Space Research Organization (ISRO), DRDO Labs, Aeronautical Platform for interaction with Indian R&D, Academia and industry Development Agency (ADA), National Aerospace Laboratories for technology and business development. oneywell Aerospace has operational costs now and in the future.” (NAL), and Civil & Military Airworthiness Quality & Certification Active participation under the EU India Co-operation projects strengthened its authorized Honeywell RMUs enhance aircraft safety, Agencies. industry collaborations and reciprocity of Airworthiness Hservice center network in Asia Increased Growth and Support in reliability and hull value while lowering A professionally managed non-profit, non-commercial certification. Export Promotion through Offset/Counter Trade Pacific through an agreement with Asia Pacific operational costs. The RMU services will organization, SIATI also work closely with Aero Society, FICCI, CII Agreements and forum for interaction with Government, HAL & Bombardier Aerospace’s Singapore Asia Pacific business jet fleets have been cater to approximately 150 existing and and other industry associations in the context of Government STC in this matter. Provide platform for developing a consortium to Service Centre. As part of the agreement, growing at double-digit percentage rates new Bombardier-manufactured business policy, formulations / modifications for the growth of Aerospace share expertise and costly processing facilities to facilitate enhanced Bombardier’s newest wholly-owned throughout the past five years. According jets across the region, including the Technology and business. sourcing from India. Interaction with Government for policies maintenance facility will offer retrofit, to Honeywell’s 2013 Global Business following aircraft types: Global Express*, SIATI is the largest industrial Association which is constituted to conducive for development of aerospace technology R&D & modification and upgrade (RMU) services Aviation Outlook, continued long-term Global Express* XRS*, Learjet 75* and promote and encourage the growth of aerospace technologies business. Work for DGCA FAA, reciprocity and similarly DGCA BCAR\ for Honeywell products to Bombardier growth is expected for the region, making Challenger* series aircraft. Customers will and industries in India. It facilitates and promotes the growth AA reciprocity. business jet operators in the region. increased services and support vital to be able to take advantage of the following of Aerospace industries, technologies and education in India, Participate in workshops and training programs for Quality The expansion of support for aircraft owners in this market. upgrades: academia – industry and R&D Industry interactions and international Certifications like ASA9100, DGAQA, and CEMILAC certifications. Bombardier aircraft in Asia Pacific means “We continue to expand our support • Primus Elite 875 cockpit display co-operation. Training in specific fields for e.g. Machining, Welding, Casting, operators in the region will save time, and of our aircraft utilizing Honeywell upgrade to liquid crystal display from Forgings, Rubber & Sealant technology, structural assembly see lower operational costs as a result products and services in Asia Pacific so cathode ray tube  Create awareness among the members on the business technology, CAD CAM. of reduced fuel consumption. Logistical that operators have the ability to easily • Flight Management System Service opportunities, industry requirements and technology arrangements will also decrease since make upgrades to their aircraft at all Bulletin upgrades incorporating trends. MEMBERSHIP – OVERSEAS ORGANISATION operators will no longer have to leave times,” said Stan Younger, vice president, three major enhancements: Future  Showcase collective strength in terms of capabilities, Industries / Institutions engaged in the aerospace field in countries Singapore for complex avionics upgrades. Bombardier Aircraft Service Centres. Air Navigation System (FANS), Wide products and services of Indian Aerospace companies in other than India are invited to join as International members. “As the Asia Pacific business aviation “Our Singapore facility has very quickly Area Augmentation System-Localizer the domestic and international. SIATI will be an important link between overseas and Indian market grows, there is an increased need ramped up to provide an extremely broad Performance with Vertical Guidance  SIATI represent effectively the Indian aerospace industry Entrepreneurs / Industry / Institutions and various regulatory to provide aftermarket support to our range of services. Our facility has received (WAAS LPV) and Automatic Dependent in all appropriate forums for its healthy growth by agencies and policy makers to establish collaborations and Bombardier aircraft operators,” said Andy extensive certifications from international Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) organizing interactions and deliberations between development of technology and business. Gill, senior director, Asia Pacific, Business authorities, and the agreement with • Satellite Communication Inflight Government bodies, policy makers, regulatory authorities There is considerable potential for collaboration in Research, & General Aviation, Honeywell Aerospace. Honeywell brings further value and Voice and Data Solutions ranging etc. Design, Technology development, Joint Venture, Co-production “This expanded collaboration with convenience to our customers.” from Inmarsat Aero H and Aero H+ to  SIATI is the gateway for private / public partnership and and partnership in Offset/Counter Trade Programs. Bombardier’s Singapore facility will allow Iridium international co-operation. Managing Committee us to offer customers better support and Bombardier Support for Honeywell • Ovation Select cabin management The Managing Committee of SIATI consists of eminent persons greater access to services, driving down RMUs system SIATI’s members are involved in manufacture of aircraft, helicopter, drawn from various Indian Aerospace Organizations - Hindustan engines, structures and systems and equipment as well as repair Aeronautics Ltd., Indian Space Research Organization, Aeronautical and overhaul, and design, analysis, embedded systems and other Development Agency, National Aerospace Laboratories, software solutions. Airworthiness Agencies, and private industries. Air Chief visits Central Air Command Members include MRO companies and education providers, Dr.C.G.Krishnadas Nair, former Chairman of Hindustan ir Chief Marshal Arup Raha PVSM VSM ADC Air Officer Commanding-in- Later, he addressed the senior officers a large number of small and medium scale industries involved Aeronautics Limited, is the founder and Honorary President of AVSM VM ADC Chief of the Air Chief, CAC and Mrs. Harminder Chauhan, of HQ CAC and the Commanders under in component manufacturing, machined parts, sheet metal, SIATI. The managing committee of SIATI consists of eminent AStaff and Mrs Lily Raha, President President AFWWA (Regional) along with the jurisdiction of CAC on his perspective composite and metallic structures, rubber and plastics parts, personalities drawn from cross section of the aerospace industry Air Force Wives Welfare Association the key personnel at Bamrauli Airport. and shared his vision to transform IAF batteries, PCBs, cables, connectors, electric and electronic products, and organizations to plan and monitor the activities of SIATI. (AFWWA) were in Allahabad recently on The CAS reviewed a ceremonial ‘Guard into a potent strategic aerospace power. instruments, for both civil and military aircraft. Empowered committees headed by experienced professionals an official visit at Headquarters Central of Honour’ presented by the air warriors. The CAS thereafter went around the SIATI is an important ‘Gateway’ to Indian Aerospace business and are formed from among members for all important domains of Air Command. On his arrival at HQ CAC, the Air Chief campus and reviewed the progress Global co-operation for tie-up in R&D, Technology, Joint Ventures, Aerospace to pursue SIATI member communities interest in these Air Chief Marshal Raha earlier had addressed all personnel including civilian of various ongoing Works Services Collaborations, Co-productions and information-exchange. domains and update the members on the latest developments tenure in Allahabad in the capacity of Air employees in a Hollow Square Parade held Projects relating to administrative and and business opportunities in those domains, and to interact with Officer Commanding-in-Chief and it was at Headquarters lawn. In his address, he operational preparedness. The Air Chief MEMBERSHIP –INDIAN ORGANISATIONS Government on offset and other policy and regulations, and for co- a privilege for HQ CAC to host him as CAS. emphasized on the Man-Mission-Machine Marshal expressed satisfaction on the SIATI membership is open to Industry/Institution engaged in any operations / consortiums among members, conduct of seminars, The CAS and President AFWWA arrived interface and advised the personnel to infrastructure facilities and working or all fields of aerospace, such as Research, Design & Development, participation in exhibitions, training & skill development, and for by service aircraft and were received continue the momentum in bringing the environment of the Command. Manufacturing, Maintenance, Airline, Airport and Infrastructure international co-operation. by Air Marshal J Chauhan PVSM AVSM CAC as a potent strategic command. Business & Management, Education and Training. Membership is For membership and other details, please contact: restricted to industries / institutions and is not available in SIATI for Hony. Secretary General - [email protected] / [email protected]

Aeromag 50 Aeromag 51 Ansys honours MTU Aero Engines HAL sets up a Faculty students with Polska celebrates Chair at IIT Kharagpur Simulation award five-year anniversary NSYS congratulated the ive years ago, in April 2009, MTU teams competing in Aero Engines Polska started Athe BAJA SAE India all- Fproduction of the first engine terrain vehicle (ATV) development components for Germany’s leading contest by presenting them with engine manufacturer. Today the an Engineering Simulation award. development of MTU Aero Engines’ Team Nemesis from the College of facility in Rzesów is an unprecedented Engineering at Pune University and story of success and growth. The facility Vellore Institute of Technology’s Team started operations with about 200 Kshatriya successfully leveraged employees; today MTU Aero Engines ANSYS simulation for their individual Polska has a highly skilled workforce ATV designs. Teams don’t typically of about 500 people. And due to the have the time or funds to build expansion plans of the company 250 multiple prototypes, so employing new jobs are expected to be created engineering simulation fosters in Rzeszów by 2020. MTU’s affiliate in increased design reliability and successfully test Poland’s “Aviation Valley” focuses on performance at a low cost, within activities including engineering and parts tight deadlines. manufacturing, module assembly as well Specifically, Team Nemesis used as parts repair. The latest addition to MTU ANSYS Mechanical to analyze its fired from SU-30MKI Aero Engines Polska’s portfolio is linked vehicle’s suspension components, ndia’s first indigenously developed the near future.” to the IAE upshare for the V2500 engine; chassis, gearbox casing and brake Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Air-to-Air Dr. V.G. Sekaran, Director General (MSS) to this the major work share includes pedal to reduce the weight of its Imissile Astra was successfully test who chaired the Flight Readiness Review logistics, procurement, engineering and ATV while ensuring maximum fired by the Indian Air Force from a Naval Committee along with Mr. S Som, Director, supplier quality. n a novel initiative to conduct academic / training programs; identify and strength. Also taking advantage of range in the western sector meeting all DRDL, Mr. P Venugopalan, former Director, “The business volume at our location applied research and tackle multi- initiate specific research & development ANSYS Mechanical, Team Kshatriya the mission objectives. The air-launch DRDL among others, said “This is one of the in the Polish Aviation Valley exceeded Idisciplinary problems in the field of at IIT-KGP in the specific technical focused on incorporating a lighter was captured by side and forward looking proud moments for DRDO and the entire our expectations. The facility plays an aerospace technology and its applications, areas, provide technical consultancy to and stronger alloy for its roll cage high speed cameras and the separation country.” Dr. K Tamilmani, Director General important role in our sourcing strategy HAL has entered into collaboration with IIT HAL, facilitate development of training and used computational fluid was exactly as per the simulation. (Aeronautics) who has oversaw the entire regarding our established engine Kharagpur to set up a Faculty Chair. programs and training modules including dynamics technology to optimize the Astra is India’s first BVR Air-to-Air Missile flight safety in the program said that quality components with a higher labor- The Chair will be set up at the mentoring/ coaching of HAL personnel performance of its ATV components indigenously designed and developed of integration and performance is of high intensive work share. Therefore we will department of Aerospace Engineering. for knowledge updation and capacity as a system. by DRDO, possessing high Single Shot standards and there was no doubt in the expand our activities on-site to support “Our intention is to promote R&D and building. The chair will conceptualise and “ANSYS instituted the Engineering Kill Probability (SSKP) making it highly success of the launch. our current ramp-up activities. Further academic work in new and emerging facilitate annual conference of defence Simulation award in 2010 to reliable. Astra is an all aspect, all weather He further added that this is the we will expand the R&D department technologies in aerospace industry related industries to provide platform to recognize student competition missile with active Radar terminal beginning of the phase for demonstration and recruit for example about 40 focusing in the field of radar, electronic air new ideas, innovations, technologies teams and organizations who take guidance, excellent ECCM features, of launch over a wide air-launch envelope. additional development engineers,” warfare, avionics and aerospace systems. etc. advantage of simulation to optimize smokeless propulsion and process The Project Director Dr. S. Venugopal summarizes Dr. Rainer Martens, Chief A strong research base already exists at IIT, The Chair will make efforts to conduct their designs, whether it’s an ATV improved effectiveness in multi-target said that “the Air Launch of Astra was Operating Officer, from a MTU group Kharagpur, in the areas of direct relevance short-term courses by international faculty or formula-type race car,” said scenario making it a highly advanced, perfect in all respect and is a culmination perspective. “We can rightly be proud to the future programmes of HAL and this for the students of IIT-KGP and engineers/ Murali Kardiramangalam, academic state-of the-art missile. of years of effort by a very dedicated and of the success achieved by now, in only tie-up will be mutually beneficial”, said Dr. professionals of HAL to broaden their program director at ANSYS. “These The Scientific Advisor to Raksha competent team of the Missile Complex, five years after the official opening. R.K. Tyagi, Chairman, HAL. knowledge base in relevant new and contests are crucial to facilitate Mantri, Secretary Deptt of Defence R&D Hyderabad, CEMILAC and Indian Air Force. This would not have been possible The MoU was signed by Dr. Pratha Pratim emerging areas of the aerospace. In the learning simulation outside of the and DG, DRDO, Mr. Avinash Chander, HAL carried out the modification in Su-30 without the hard work and outstanding Chakrabarti, Director (IIT, Kharagpur) and event of proposed R&D activities resulting classroom and by providing software, congratulating the team for their high along with IAF specialists, and many Indian teamwork of our employees and the Ms S. Thenmozhi, General Manager, HAL. into contemplation and development of a training and support to these competence and tenacity to make such industries have an important and enabling support we received from our Munich The HAL Chair will be responsible for new technology, product, equipment or teams, ANSYS is helping to nurture an event happen seamlessly, said “Astra’s role in the production of reliable avionics, colleagues,” said Krzysztof Zuzak, carrying out research in various areas process etc, it shall be duly patented with the next generation of innovative successful launch from the Su30 combat propulsion system, materials, airframe and managing director of MTU Aero related to aerospace technologies, patent ownership in the joint name of HAL engineers.” aircraft is a major step in missile aircraft software passing stringent airworthiness Engines Polska, on the occasion of the facilitating technical consultancy, training and IIT-KGP. The details of its commercial BAJA SAEIndia is a national integration. Extensive flight testing that requirements for the missile.” The missiles site’s five-year anniversary. programs and addressing other mutually utilization shall be worked out mutually competition organized by the Society has preceded the air launch was indeed a have undergone rigorous testing on Su30 And the success story will proceed. agreed activities relevant to the HAL. IIT- on case to case basis. of Automotive Engineers (SAE). joint effort of DRDO and IAF. This will be in the captive mode for avionics integration MTU Aero Engines Polska will add a KGP will appoint a distinguished academic HAL has already established three chairs This year’s event was held at followed by launch against actual target and Seeker evaluation in 2013. The project new, 9,200-square-meter building, from the relevant branch of engineering at IIT Roorkee, IIT Kanpur and National NATRIP in Pithampur, Indore, India, shortly. Many more trials are planned has thus reached the final stage of testing which will increase the area occupied as the Chair Professor for a period of three Law School of India University (NLSIU), with 327 teams officially registered and will be conducted to clear the launch and evaluation, and the Mk-II variant with by buildings by 50 percent. The total years. Bangalore. It is also planning to establish and only 125 teams qualifying for the envelope. Weapon integration with ‘Tejas’ higher range capability is also planned to be investment that goes into the project The HAL Chair will also initiate new a Chair at IIT, Bombay shortly. final race. Light Combat Aircraft will also be done in tested by the end of 2014. amounts to some 40 million euros.

Aeromag 52 Aeromag 53 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles State of the Art and Road to Autonomy

resources. With the increase in variety of information will be valuable while planning missions and corresponding operational anti-insurgency operations. UAV can be requirements Unmanned Combat Aerial weaponised to destroy hostile targets with Vehicles (UCAVs) are being developed precision. In this regard, recent examples to carry and deploy weapons on the include the UCAV operations which caused designated targets. The term Unmanned accurate destruction of enemy targets in Aircraft System (UAS) is used to refer to Afghanistan. the gamut of UCAV fitted with weapons and mission specific payloads, satellite Classification of UAV connectivity and ground stations. In The UAV can be classified into various tiers this paper the aspects pertaining to based on the operational requirements. Tier enemy targets. Due to stringent operational Exploitation of Potential of UAV 6. Trajectory Generation. Optimal control UAV discussed are: its role in modern I comprises Small UAV (SUAV) operational requirements and physical constraints of It has been reported that the Royal Air maneuver to follow a given path warfare, classification, scenario in India, its at low altitude with long endurance. Tier real estate to build airports and runways, Force (RAF) in UK would be replacing 30 7. Task Allocation and Scheduling. Optimal Prof. C. Subramanian potential exploitation and research and II consists of medium altitude and long in due course vertical take-off and landing percent of the strength of fighter aircraft distribution of tasks amongst a group of development opportunities. endurance (MALE). Tier II + has high altitude (VTOL) UAVs are expected to be available by UCAVs. The US Navy has plans for agents partaking in operation An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and long endurance (HALE) with a typical for deployment. deploying UCAS. These are indicative 8. Cooperative Tactics. Formulating an is an aircraft which uses aerodynamic Role of UAV in Modern Warfare ceiling of 65,000 ft and endurance of 48 trends. Future requirements of UAVs of optimal sequence and distribution of forces to provide lift and without a The UAVs can be deployed for wide- hours. Tier III is a high altitude and long UAV Scenario in India the Indian Armed services are expected to activities between the agents to achieve pilot to control on board. Its flight ranging tasks productively in a coordinated endurance low observable UAV. Tactical All the three Indian armed services include UCAV and VTOL- UAVs fitted with mission success is controlled either autonomously way. It can provide enhanced battle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (TUAV) is a acquired UAVs from foreign sources in payloads appropriate for the mission. 9. Intelligent Mission Man-agement (IMM): by onboard computer or remotely management capabilities such as better system capable of day and night operation the recent past and have been operating. More the intelligence packed into a UAV, controlled from the command centre on situational awareness, target acquisition with reconnaissance, surveillance, and This included Searcher Mark I, Searcher Research and Development the more complicated the task that it the ground or another vehicle. It may be and battle damage assessment. The target acquisition functionalities. The Mark II and Heron of the and The trend has set in for deployment can accomplish and the less human expendable or recoverable. The launch associated tasks include surveillance of functional capability of a UAV related to Indian Air Force (IAF) and Searcher Mark II of future generation of UAVs for more supervision required and recovery of a UAV can be through air fields, radars, air defence guns, field a mission is determined by the payload and Heron of the Indian Navy. Meanwhile, complex missions such as air combat, 10. Teaming and Swarming Forming an automatic system or an operator on defences; deception by using electronic which it can carry and effectively deploy the indigenous initiative commenced target detection, recognition and groups of MAVs to team up in order to the ground. It can carry a nonlethal or payloads, destruction of selected targets by to accomplish the mission. For example, with tasking DRDO to develop and destruction; electronic attack; network accomplish a specific task lethal payload based on the mission. It loitering missiles, and post strike damage in order to undertake typical missions and produce catapult launched UAV and then, communications; aerial delivery; marine 11. Affordability. Lower costs for UAV can is deployed to perform civil, military and assessment. They can also be deployed the payloads with support Software to upgrading its operational capability. warfare; mine warfare and airlift. The enhance its operational employment paramilitary operations. The military to provide inputs about any intrusions on be carried are: (1) for surveillance, Charge It is reported that the IAF has acquired current research and development is potential operations include reconnaissance, aerial the Line of Control (LoC) and on terrains Couple Device cameras an SAR, (2) for Harop which is a flying missile capable of mainly focused on enlarging the flight photography and attack missions. They which assist in defence planning. As Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), onboard exploding itself on a designated target. envelop and reducing the vehicle size. 6. Conclusions are used in many civil operations such militant groups hide and operate in areas passive equipment and (3) hunter killer, high DRDO has also developed Nishant and is The R and D activities in various countries Lowering the operational risk, as firefighting, rescue operation at flood of thick foliage, it is essential to obtain high precision sensors and explosives. UCAVs presently developing Rustam. The Nishant are directed towards the development improving the confidence in mission affected areas, surveillance of pipelines, quality images through payloads such as are developed to carry mission payloads is launched from a vehicle and recovered of (1) UCAV with high speed and high success and en-larging the scope of usage anti-poaching and nonmilitary security Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and such especially weapons to be deployed on by parachute and could be utilized in the maneuverability and (2) micro air vehicle of UAV in peace and war conditions are work. The main advantage of UAV is risk plains. Table 1 below depicts the India (MAV). As the technology keeps changing the main motivating factors for continued reduction due to loss of life while flying scenario of Design and Development of so do the requirements. The R and D areas interest of all concerned stakeholders. in high threat environments. They are UAV and the organizations associated mainly for enhancing autonomy of UAV The effective and successful use of UAV often preferred for missions that are with it. operation are given. during many recent operations shows too dull, dirty or dangerous for piloted While the requirements continue to 1. Downsizing ground equipment. Ground a clear direction for future use of these aircraft. In an aircraft the pilot becomes emerge, the debatable point would Control functions of station to be on vehicles. The Indian Armed services have the limiting factor in performing certain be the road map for the procurement laptops. been reported to have drawn a road map airborne tasks as the military missions of UAV either by import or indigenous 2. Sensor fusion. Combining information and are expected to hold a substantial could be dull due to limiting factor of development. The points worth from various sensors for decision making numbers of vehicles in their inventories crew endurance, dirty due to certain consideration are: (1) UAV of low and 3. Communication. Communication to in the near future. Research in the areas missions such as the one with the need medium complexity of technology could support coordination between multiple associated with UAV has been vigor sly to collect radioactive samples by flying be indigenously developed. (2) Advanced agents for net-centric operation pursued in various parts of the world and over zones soon after explosion and category of UCAV may be manufactured 4.. Collaborative and Coor-dinated the results have been encouraging. missions of reconnaissance sorties over with the support of sources ready to System (CCS). Environment providing Prof. C. Subramanian, highly dangerous and politically sensitive cooperate. The Indian SMEs should be situational awareness for facilitating UAV Aerospace Engg. Dept.,IIAEM, areas. UAV has the potential to be a force encouraged for participation in the operations. Jain University, Bangalore multiplier by synergizing the armed manufacture and development of UAVs. 5. Path planning. Optimization of path for [email protected], services to optimize deployment of accomplishing missions 080-27577231/27577217

Aeromag 54 Aeromag 55 Air Marshal S R K Nair takes over as senior Air Staff Officer ir Marshal S R K Nair, AVSM, VSM Ahas taken over as Senior Air Staff Officer, Headquarters Training Command in Bangalore. The Air Marshal belongs to Thiruvananthapuram and he did his schooling from Loyola School. He is an alumnus of National Defence Academy, Khadakwasala and was commissioned in the Transport stream of the Indian Air Force in Jun 1980. The Air Marshal has flown Otter, Avro, An-32, Dornier and IL-76 in addition to trainer aircraft and has over 7000 hours of flying experience. He is a Qualified Flying Instructor and has also been an Air Force Examiner. As Senior Staff Officer, he has the onerous responsibility to train officers, airmen and non-combatants of the entire Air Force. With the IAF undergoing rapid modernisation at Optionally piloted an unprecedented pace, the challenge is to churn out technologically competent and combat oriented airwarriors to meet the Black Hawk takes operational needs of the Indian Air Force. The Air Marshal has held various appointments which includes Chief successful first flight Operations Officer of a Transport Base, Commanding Officer of a Strategic Airlift Squadron, Director Operations (Transport) at Air Headquarters, Air Officer Commanding of Air Force Station Chandigarh, Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Personnel Airmen and Civilians) and Assistant Chief of Air Staff Operations (Transport and Helicopters) at Air HQ before assuming the present appointment.

ikorsky Aircraft Corporation in expeditionary operations and critical funding. Sikorsky has been developing Scooperation with the U.S. Army, has cargo resupply. “The autonomous Black the technology since 2007, and signed a successfully demonstrated optionally Hawk helicopter provides the commander Cooperative Research & Development piloted flight of a Black Hawk helicopter, with the flexibility to determine crewed or Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Army a significant step toward providing un-crewed operations, increasing sorties in 2013 to advance the program to a autonomous cargo delivery functionality while maintaining crew rest requirements. formal effort to demonstrate the full to the U.S. Army. This allows the crew to focus on the more flexibility and value of a full authority The Optionally Piloted Black Hawk ‘sensitive’ operations, and leaves the flight control system. The effort includes (OPBH) Demonstrator, known as critical resupply missions for autonomous demonstration of expeditionary ground Sikorsky’s Manned/Unmanned Resupply operations without increasing fleet size control systems and precision control. Aerial Lifter (MURAL) Program, conducted or mix,” said Mark Miller, Sikorsky Vice “The ADD’s mission is to focus on the successful first flight demonstration President of Research & Engineering. developing, demonstrating and applying at Sikorsky’s Development Flight Center. The MURAL Program is a cooperative critical technologies that enhance the The demonstration was conducted effort between the U.S. capability, affordability, readiness and safety through the use of Sikorsky’s Matrix™ Development Directorate (ADD), the of Department of Defense aviation systems,” Technologies and advanced Ground U.S. Army Utility Helicopters Project said Dr. William Lewis, Director, ADD. “The Control Station (GCS) Technologies. Office (UH PO) and Sikorsky. The UH PO optionally piloted Black Hawk helicopter The OPBH demonstrated autonomous is providing access to two UH-60MU functionality stands to bring added value hover and flight operations while Black Hawk helicopters and Sikorsky is to DoD aviation systems, through the under the control of a man-portable applying the technology it has developed innovations being tested on the Black Hawk GCS, demonstrating the capability for with Internal Research and Development helicopter in the MURAL program.”

Aeromag 56 Aeromag 57 HAL hands over Dornier (DO-228)“Nabhratna” to DRDO ahead of schedule AL hands over Dornier (DO-228) “Nabhratna” to DRDO-LRDE H(Bangalore) ahead of schedule HAL produced Dornier (DO-228) aircraft “Nabhratna” has been handed over to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) ahead of schedule at a program in Kanpur. Dr. R.K. Tyagi, Chairman, HAL presented the keys of the aircraft to Mr. Avinash Chander, Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri in presence of senior officers from HAL, DRDO and other Defence establishments. Speaking on the occasion, SA to RM, Dr. R.K. Tyagi, Chairman, HAL (third from left) handing over the keys of DO-228 hailed HAL for being proactive and to Mr. Avinash Chander, Scientific Advisor to Raksha Mantri (centre) delivering the aircraft six months ahead of schedule. “We needed this aircraft much HAL manufactured DO-228 is a highly since finalisation of agreement. more than anything else for testing of versatile, multi-purpose, fuel efficient, radar in air as we had to depend on others rugged, reliable and light weight twin Production details of HAL-DO-228 to loan the aircraft. Thanks to HAL, our turbo prop transport aircraft. HAL- The agreement for license to manufacture dream has now been realized. The use of Dornier-228 aircraft is being extensively DO-228, Light Transport Aircraft, at HAL, flying test bed (FTB) aircraft will reduce the utilised by , Indian Kanpur was signed on November 29, 1983. cycle time for development for airborne Navy and Indian Air Force in variety of The production of this aircraft was started system”, he said. “Money invested for the applications and is a proven workhorse. in 1984 and HAL’s Kanpur Division has aircraft will give us returns many times There is hardly any utility application in delivered 124 such aircraft. The customers more as the aircraft will prove its worth in which this aircraft has not been used by include Vayudoot, Indian Air Force, Coast the months to come”, he added. these services. DRDO selected DO-228 Guard, National Airport Authority, U.B. Assuring the continued support of aircraft as FlyingTest Bed for testing of and Indian Navy. Two aircraft, in maritime HAL, Dr. Tyagi said the aircraft is aptly airborne radars based on these qualities. surveillance version, have been exported named Nabhratna and DRDO will find it A contract for supply of one aircraft along to and one has been supplied to extremely useful. “The aircraft will be used with spares, tools and publications was Govt. of Seychelles. by Bangalore based Electronics and Radar signed by HAL with LRDE on May 30, 2013. Development Establishment (LRDE) as flying Other advantages of HAL-DO 228 testbed (FTB) for evaluation of performance Needs of LRDE fulfilled Low fuel consumption and maintenance of various radars being developed by LRDE. Whenever LRDE needed to test any radar cost are characteristic features of DO- This aircraft is equipped with indigenous under development, they would approach 228. Other features like short take-off synthetic Aperture Radar and state-of-the- Indian Navy or Indian Coast Guard for loan and landing capabilities, operation from art avionics and communication system”, he allotment of DO-228 aircraft for limited semi prepared runway, comfortable air- added. period. It was difficult to spare the aircraft conditioned cabin and long range make the Dr. K. Tamil Mani, DRDO Director General because of operational needs resulting aircraft very versatile. DO-228 can easily take (Aero), said partnership between HAL and in delay in the development of radars. In off and land from all airports in the country DRDO on various platforms would continue. view of this LRDE decided to procure one at full capacity (19 passengers). HAL being “Our confidence stands vindicated when DO-228 aircraft on their own for testing the manufacturer of airframe, engines we see the targets at HAL are met with of radar in air. The LRDE aircraft has been and accessories guarantees total product complete dedication”, he felt. produced by HAL in little less than a year support for entire operating life.

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