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** CHANAKYA 56th YEAR ** JUNE 2025 SPECIAL ISSUE: 55th PARIS AIR SHOW 2025 PREVIEW; DEFEA 2025 SHOW REPORT; LIMA 2025 SHOW REPORT; IMDEX ASIA 2025 SHOW REPORT **         INDIA’s Leading & Oldest DEFENCE & Aerospace Magazine - 56th Year in Defence Publishing: 51st Year of Monthly Publication       

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15th AERO INDIA 2025 AIR SHOW REPORT

Aero India 2025, the 15th International Aerospace & Defence Exhibition & Air Show in its 29th Year, was organised by the Ministry of Defence from 10th to 14th February 2025 at Air Force Station Yelahanka in Bengaluru, with about 900 Aerospace, Aviation & Defence companies/organisations, with about 150 Foreign Exhibitors, showcasing their products including Platforms, Weapons, Equipment & Systems, Components, Services, etc.

SPECIAL REPORT ON AERO INDIA 2025
IAF’s Dassault Aviation Rafale, Su-30MKI, LCA Tejas Mk-1A, Jaguar, Hawk, DRDO-Embraer EMB-145I AEW&
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MBDA at Aero India 2025

For over 50 years, MBDA has been delivering battle-winning capabilities to the Indian Armed Forces, closely collaborating with a wide Indian industrial ecosystem, including the joint venture L&T MBDA Missile Systems Ltd, India SMEs and Defence Public Sector Undertakings such as Bharat Dynamics Limited. In the Air Domain on the MBDA stand, visitors are able to see the different weapon systems that arm India’s Dassault Rafale combat aircraft, especially the Meteor. Widely recognized as a game changer for air combat, this beyond visual range air-to-air missile is powered by a unique rocket-ramjet motor giving it far more engine power, for much longer than any other missile. In other words, its no-escape zone is many times greater than any other air-to-air missile – supporting Indian sovereignty through equipping the Indian Armed Forces with the very best missile systems to perform their mission.

Discover how MBDA Supports the Indian Armed Forces in their mission to protect Indian Sovereignty
L&T MBDA Missile Systems Ltd, MBDA’s joint venture with Larsen & Toubro, will also be exhibiting at
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DEFENCE RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION (DRDO)

Aero India 2025, hailed as the “Mahakumbh of Defence,” will serve as a dynamic platform where the State, academia, investors, and international collaborators converge within a robust Defence Ecosphere to chart the future of global security and technology exchange. Anchored by the pivotal role of DRDO, the event is showcasing India’s steadfast commitment to Atmanirbharta in defence by unveiling groundbreaking indigenous technologies and fostering innovation across sectors.

Aero India 2025: The Mahakumbh of Defence
DRDO’s extensive participation will highlight India’s achievements in self-reliance, while enabling
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EURODRONE ISTAR MALE RPAS

The Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), based in Bonn, Germany and overseeing several European Defence Programmes, has granted the GoI the ‘Observer’ Status in the Programme following a formal request received in August 2024. OCCAR-EA Director Joachim Sucker delivered the Letter of Approval (LoA) signed by the former OCCAR Board of Supervisors (BoS) Chairman, Lt. General Frédéric Goetynck, to the Ambassador of India to Germany Ajit Gupte.

India Joins Eurodrone MALE RPAS Programme as Observer
The Eurodrone is a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) designed to carry-out various Long Endur
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Boeing KC-46A Pegasus Tanker

The Combat-Ready KC-46 Pegasus Air Refueling Aircraft delivers proven Multi-Mission Capabilities today, and evolves to meet the needs of tomorrow. The Boeing KC-46A Tanker is approved by the U.S. Air Force for global deployments, including Combat Operations. Boeing will build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus Tankers under a Lot 11 Contract award from the U.S. Air Force valued at US$ 2.38 Billion. In all, Boeing has 168 KC-46A Multi-Mission Aerial Refuelers on contract globally, providing advanced capability advantages for the Joint Forces and Allies.

Boeing KC-46A Pegasus: Advanced Multi-Mission Aerial Refueling Aircraft
The KC-46A Boom provides a receiver envelope three times larger than the KC-135. The KC-46A’s 212,0
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SAFRAN INDIA

The Safran Group of France has been present in India for more than 65 years and today has more than 2,400 employees in 17 sites, all working in Production, Design or Services in the Aviation, Space and Defence Industries. Safran Aircraft Engines (SAE) provides the world’s leading Airframers with Innovative and reliable Propulsion Systems. The company’s efforts today focuses on decreasing fuel consumption and maintenance costs, while designing more eco-responsible systems.

Safran, a Major Player in Indian Industry
Safran is an International High-Technology Group, operating in the Aviation (Propulsion, Equipment
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MBDA MISSILES SYSTEMS

MBDA is a World Leader in Missiles & Missile Systems, which designs & produces Missiles & Missile Systems for the three Armed Forces - Land, Sea & Air. The MBDA Group offers a range of 45 Missile Systems & Counter-Measures products already in operational service. MBDA has an excellent record of accomplishment providing both operational and industrial capabilities in partnership with the Indian Armed Forces and Indian Defence Industry. The strength of these two pillars makes it a long-term true partnership, and one that should only get stronger. The partnerships MBDA has formed with Indian Industry have seen over 50,000 MBDA-designed Missiles produced in India - a noteworthy success.

MBDA is a World Leader in Missiles & Missile Systems Technologies
MBDA’s Range of Missiles for the IAF’s Rafale & the Rafale-Marine Fighter selected by Indian Navy,
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HINDUSTAN AERONAUTICS

HAL’s Tejas LCA Mk-1A Variant is aimed to enhance the operational and combat capabilities, survivability and maintainability of the fighter. Capabilities planned in Mk-1A include: Integration of Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) Radar, Electronic Warfare Suite (EWS), A4M & BVR Missiles and Air-to-Air Refueling.

HAL LCA MK-IA Fighter
LCA Tejas is a 4.5 Generation, All-Weather and Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft. The aircraft is designe
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AIRBUS NEW GENERATION A330 MRTT

The A330 MRTT is the tanker of choice chosen by 15 Nations including Australia, Canada, France, NATO - Multinational MRTT Fleet (Germany, Netherlands, Luxemburg, Norway, Belgium, Czech Republic), South Korea, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Spain, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. Equipped with State-of-the-Art operational and proven enhanced Vision System, AAR Refuelling Boom and AAR Under-Wing Pod Systems:  AAR Boom fuel flow rate up to a maximum of 3,600 kg/min – 1,200 US gal/min; Under Wing Pods fuel offload rate 1,300 kg/min – 420 US gal/min.

Airbus A330 MRTT New Generation and Combat Proven Tanker
The Airbus A330 Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) is the perfect replacement for older Strategic T
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EMBRAER A-29 SUPER TUCANO LIGHT-ATTACK FIGHTER/TRAINER

Uruguay Becomes the Sixth Nation to Operate the A-29 Super Tucano Attack Fighter/Trainer in South America, with 20 operators worldwide & 290 orders. “The relationship between Embraer and the Uruguayan Air Force has been growing and we are particularly pleased to announce this deal in the year in which we celebrate 50 years of Embraer's first export contract, to Uruguay,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer Defense & Security. “We are ready to offer the best Multi-Mission Aircraft to the FAU as well as our full support to increase their Operational Readiness and to enhance their capabilities to accomplish Strategic Missions such as Border Surveillance”.

Uruguayan Air Force Buys Five Embraer A-29 Super Tucano by Converting Options into Firm Orders
Recently, the Portuguese Ministry of National Defence signed a contract with Embraer to acquire 12
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Boeing F-15EX Air Dominance Fighter

By redefining how to achieve and maintain a state of low detectability using Innovative Electronic Warfare tools, the F-15EX does not sacrifice payload for survivability. It serves as a Long-Range Stand-Off Weapons System that is also capable of penetrating and surviving in highly contested environments. With low operating costs compared to other fighters yet four times the weapons payload and twice the fuel, range and speed, the F-15EX represents a modern solution that Global Air Forces can field. Incorporating the latest in Software Development, Digital Engineering & Open Mission Systems Architecture, the F-15EX is a Digital Pathfinder for more rapid, affordable Future Fighter Aircraft Development.

Boeing F-15EX Air Dominance Fighter - The Backbone of Tactical Fleets
With a payload capacity of 29,500 lbs. (13,300 kg) – including outsized weapons – the F-15EX delive
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PM AT NAVY TRI-COMMISSIONING

Stressing on the importance of enhancing and Modernising India’s Military Capabilities in the 21st Century, PM Modi highlighted, “be it Land, Water, Air, the Deep Sea or Infinite Space, India is safeguarding its interests everywhere”. He noted that India is progressing towards the implementation of Theatre Commands to make the Armed Forces more efficient. Acknowledging the adoption of AtmaNirbharta (Self-Reliance) by India’s Armed Forces over the past decade, the Prime Minister lauded the commendable efforts to reduce dependence on other countries during crises.

Prime Minister Modi Dedicates Frontline Naval Combatants INS Surat, INS Nilgiri & INS Vaghsheer to the Nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi dedicated to the Nation three Frontline Naval Combatants - INS Surat,
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EMBRAER KC-390 Millennium

"Embraer is excited to be back at AeroIndia as we showcase the KC-390 Millennium and our broad portfolio of defense and security solutions to the industry,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President & CEO, Embraer Defense & Security. “It is an aircraft that is growing its global operator base and impressing the industry with its modern capabilities and reflects the versatility and reliability that our aircraft are known for. The Embraer team and its partners will be at AeroIndia in full force, in support of India’s Aviation and Defense aims".

Embraer Participates in Aero India 2025 with Multi-Mission Transport Aircraft KC-390 Millennium
Embraer, the world’s third-largest aircraft manufacturer headquartered in Brazil, is showcasing its
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THALES INTERNATIONAL

With a 70+ year presence in India, Thales is fully committed to the Government's objective of 'Make in India and for the world'. By leveraging our strong technological capabilities across Defence, Aerospace, Cyber and Digital Markets. Pascale Sourisse, President & CEO, Thales International, contributes the Guest Article on Catalyzing India's Vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence.

Thales: Catalyzing India's Vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence, By Pascale Sourisse, President & CEO, Thales International
Thales offers a wide range of capabilities to help India's Armed Forces achieve and sustain operati
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INTERVIEW: JAJATI MOHANTY, CEO, SCHIEBEL INDIA

Austrian Schiebel’s Camcopter S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS) is a proven capability for Military & Civilian Applications. The Vertical Take-Off & Landing (VTOL) Rotary UAS needs no prepared area or supporting Launch or Recovery Equipment. It operates Day & Night, under adverse weather conditions, with a range out to 200 km, both on Land & at Sea.

“CAMCOPTER S-100 is the Only Proven VTOL UAV in its Class”
Using "fly-by-wire" technology controlled by redundant flight computers, the Rotary UAS can complet
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: AIR CHIEF MARSHAL A. P. SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF

CHANAKYA’s Exclusive Interview with AIR CHIEF MARSHAL AMAR PREET  SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF (CAS), covered many IAF programmes of Modernisation, including Fighters & Weapons, Upgrades, AEW&Cs, FRA, Transporters, Air Defence Networks, UAS/RPAS, Combat Helicopters, Infrastructure, Maintenance, and SAMAR, QRSAM, IADWS, VSHORADS, etc. On the occasion of AERO INDIA 2025, we feature an Exclusive Interview of the Air Chief with CHANAKYA.

“IAF is Working with DRDO Towards the Development of LCA Mk2 & AMCA”
Indian Air Force is going through a Transformation process acquiring State-of-the-Art Platforms and
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: GENERAL UPENDRA DWIVEDI, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF (COAS)

Chanakya Interviewed GENERAL UPENDRA DWIVEDI, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF (COAS), who covers Indian Army’s Transformation & Modernisation efferts, including Emergency Procurements, Drones, UAS, Automation, Digitization, Networking, Integration of Advanced Technologies such as AI, Unmanned Systems & EW to strengthen Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance Capabilities; Jointness & Interoperability in a Multi-Domains; Integrated Theatre Commands for Theaterisation, etc.

“Our Endeavour is to Build a Future-Ready Force on the Principles of AtmaNirbharta”
Indian Army is going through a Transformation process acquiring State-of-the-Art Weapon Platforms a
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Interview with Manoj Jain, CMD, BEL

"The Akash Air Defence Weapon System of BEL is a great success story and shining example of BEL's indigenous design, development and manufacturing drive. The Coastal Surveillance System developed by BEL for the Indian Coast Guard is now being offered to other friendly countries as well as for generating export business. The Weapon Locating Radar, developed indigenously by BEL and DRDO Lab LRDE, and its lighter version designed for surveillance in mountainous and high-altitude terrains are proving to be game-changers for India’s Military," says Manoj Jain, CMD, BEL.

"Akash Air Defence Weapon System of BEL is a Great Success Story"
"The company's order book position as on January 1st, 2025, stands at around Rs. 71,000 Crore, givi
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NAVANTIA S-80 - A Latest Generation Submarine

With a history of more than 300 years linked to the construction of ships for the Navy, Navantia is a State-owned and Strategic Technology Company for the Defence of Spain. Its areas of specialisation range from Shipbuilding (Surface and Submarine), to the Design and Integration of Systems with a high technological content and life-cycle support and high value-added services. Navantia has started the construction of the first of three Corvettes that will be built for the Royal Saudi Navy (RSNF)

NAVANTIA S-80 Class Submarine
The Navantia S-80 Class are State-of-the-Art Conventional Ocean-going Submarines designed and built
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INTERVIEW: DR. VIVEK LALL, CHIEF EXECUTIVE, GENERAL ATOMICS GLOBAL CORPORATION

In an Exclusive Interview to Chanakya, DR. VIVEK LALL, Chief Executive, General Atomics Global Corporation, spoke on GA-ASI’s Multi-Mission MQ-9B SkyGuardian & SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) System, MQ-9A Reaper, the MQ-20 Avenger, the “25M” Variant of the Gray Eagle, Optix+ Software Suite,  and the GA-ASI’s Detect and Avoid System, besides their various roles undertaken.

“MQ-9B SkyGuardians & SeaGuardians Will Provide a Strategic Capability”
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a leading
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RAFAEL ADVANCED DEFENSE SYSTEMS

Israel’s RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. develops, manufactures, and sustains Combat-proven technologies, products, and Systems-of-Systems for Air, Land, Naval, Space and Digital Applications. RAFAEL Systems like the I-Derby Missiles, RecceLite Reconnaissance Pods, Litening Advanced Targeting Pods, the SPICE Family of Air-to-Surface Missiles, the SPIKE Missile Family, and BNET Tactical Communications System. Likewise, Advanced Versions of both the Litening and RecceLite Pods are of interest to customers.

RAFAEL At the Forefront of Defence
RAFAEL's strategy includes Strategic International Partnerships and localization, to ensure custome
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INTERVIEW: WILLIAM L. BLAIR, VICE PRESIDENT & REGIONAL CHIEF EXECUTIVE, ASIA & INDIA, LOCKHEED MARTIN

At Aero India 2025, Lockheed Martin presents th C-130J-30 Super Hercules, of which the IAF operates a fleet. The Lockheed Martin F-21 Fighter Jet, an impressive Multi-Mission Platform, for which Lockheed Martin has a Partnership with Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), for the future potential production in India of the F-21 Fighter; and its’ Multi-Mission Rotorcraft, like the Lockheed Martin-Sikorsky MH-60R Romeo, which is one of the world’s most advanced Maritime Helicopters for ASW/ASuW, of which the Indian Navy has already inducted 9 rotocraft.

“F-21’s AESA Radar has Detection Ranges Double that of Previous Radar”
Chanakya features an INTERVIEW with WILLIAM L. BLAIR, Vice President & Regional Chief Executive, As
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THALES CUAS

These new threats, together with the return of high intensity conflict, have radically altered the operational landscape, highlighting the crucial importance of Air Superiority and pointing to a need to step up Air Surveillance and Defensive Capabilities in general, in particular Air Defence.

Taking Airspace Sovereignty to the Next Level, By Hervé Dammann, Executive Vice President - Thales, Land and Air Systems
Part of Thales's role is to confront the growing threat from Drones that have violated National Air
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: DR. D. K. SUNIL, Chairman & Managing Director, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

HAL has spread its wings to cover various activities in the areas of Design, Development, Manufacture and Overhaul of Advanced Fighters, Trainers, Helicopters, Transport Aircraft & Associated Aero Engines, Accessories, Avionics and Airborne Systems. Recently, a contract for procurement of IAF’s 12 Su-30MKI Fighter Aircraft, along with Associated Equipment has been signed between MoD & HAL on 12th December 2024, at approx. cost of Rs. 13,500 Crore.

“Discussions Progressing with Safran Aircraft Engines on Collaboration in Military Engines”
In this EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW to Chanakya, DR. D. K. SUNIL, Chairman & Managing Director, Hindustan A
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INTERVIEW: VENKAT KATKURI, HEAD OF DEFENCE & SPACE, AIRBUS INDIA & SOUTH ASIA

Out of 56, 40 C295 MTAs will be manufactured in India by the TATA Consortium. The next Variant of the C295, the MPA - Maritime Patrol Aircraft, is to be acquired by the Indian Navy & Coast Guard, and is one of the multiple C295MW Variants manufactured by Airbus. The focus is also back on the pending acquisition for IAF’s FRA Project, in which the New-Generation Airbus A330 MRTT Multi-Role Tanker Transporter is again on offer. Further, the Airbus A400M is in focus in India as it is participating in the Make-in-India Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) competition of the IAF.

“A400M is the Most Advanced Airlifter in Operation”
Chanakya Interviewed VENKAT KATKURI, Head of Defence & Space, Airbus India & South Asia, who elabor
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INTERVIEW: ALAIN GARCIA, Vice President, India Business Development, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, and Global Services

Boeing Defense, Space & Security has supplied C-17 Globemaster-IIIs, AH-64 Apache Attack-Helicopters & CH-47 Chinook Heavy-Weight Helicopters to the Indian Air Force (IAF), and P-8Is with Harpoon Missiles to the Indian Navy. On the occasion of Aero India 2025,  Chanakya Interviewed ALAIN GARCIA, Vice President, India Business Development, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, and Global Services. Boeing is offering the F-15EX, which is participating in the Indian Air Force MRFA Fighter Competition.

“Supporting India's Existing Fleet of P-8s, C-17s, AH-64 Apaches, and CH-47 Chinooks”
Alain Garcia emphasised that “with a fleet of 12 P-8Is, the Indian Navy is significantly enhancing
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INTERVIEW: CAETANO NETO, VICE PRESIDENT – SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, MIDDLE EAST & ASIA PACIFIC, EMBRAER DEFENSE & SECURITY

The Embraer Defense & Security New-Generation C-390 Millennium Multi-Mission Tactical Airlifter has already been selected by 10 Nations, including its Aerial Refuelling Tanker Configuration - the KC-390 Multi-Mission Refueller. Embraer is offering the C-390 Versatile Multi-Mission Airlifter to the Indian Air Force (IAF), along with the Embraer’s AEW&C and the A-29 Super Tucano Light-Attack Fighter Trainer.

“C-390 Flies Faster, Farther & Carries More Payload Than Others in MTA Category”
The Embraer ERJ 145 Platforms are serving as the NETRA Airborne Early Warning & Control Systems, wh
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INTERVIEW: SALIL GUPTE, President, Boeing India and South Asia

On the occasion of Aero India 2025, Chanakya Interviewed SALIL GUPTE, President, Boeing India and South Asia. Boeing in India is focused on delivering value to Indian customers with advanced technologies and is committed to creating sustainable value in the Indian Aerospace Sector – developing local suppliers, strengthening its Supply Chain with over 300 local companies in India and a Joint Venture to manufacture Fuselages for Apache Helicopters & Vertical Fin Structures for the 737 Family of Airplanes.

“India's Aerospace and Defence Sector is Experiencing a Burgeoning Growth”
Boeing has “over US$ 1.25 Billion in Annual Sourcing, 70% of this sourced from manufacturing & coll
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INTERVIEW: LUDOVIC DUMONT, GENERAL DELEGATE, MBDA INDIA PVT. LTD.

Chanakya Interviews LUDOVIC DUMONT, General Delegate, MBDA India Private Limited, who articulates on MBDA’s Range of Missiles for the IAF’s Rafale & the Rafale-Marine Fighter selected by Indian Navy, including the Long Range Meteor BVRAAM & SCALP / Storm Shadow Missiles; MICA IR & RF Air Combat Missiles for Rafale & Upgraded Mirage 2000s of the IAF; Mistral ATAM for the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand & ALH Rudra WSI; ASRAAM Missiles for the Jaguar Fighter Upgrade & for the Tejas LCA Mk.1A.

“MBDA Has Delivered ASRAAM Missiles to Upgrade the Air Combat Capabilities of the Jaguar”
LUDOVIC DUMONT also informs about MBDA’s Naval Missiles like the Sea Ceptor Naval Air Defence Syste
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Rafale Omni-Role Fighter

The Rafale, a Fully “Omni-Role” Fighter, is available in three Variants: the Rafale C Single-Seater operated from Land Bases; the Rafale-M Single-Seater for Naval Aircraft Carrier Operations; and the Rafale B Two-Seater flown from Land Bases. All three Rafale Variants share a Common Airframe and a Common Mission System, the differences between Naval and Land Versions being mainly limited to the Undercarriage and to the Arresting Hook.

India to Get 26 Rafale-Marine Jets from France; Deal at Final Stages
The export success of the Rafale has been vindicated now, with the Rafale having more export orders
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SAFRAN AIRCRAFT ENGINES

Wholly designed, developed and produced by Safran Aircraft Engines, the M88 powers Dassault Aviation’s Rafale Multi-Role Fighter deployed by French Armed Forces and export customers. The M88 has exceptionally carefree handling to handle a wide range of Combat Missions. With a fully Modular Design, which facilitates Modern Maintenance Operations, the M88 is an Upgradable Engine to meet the evolving needs of Armed Forces. The M-88 is in Service with several Air Forces worldwide and has already undertaken 1,000,000+ total flight-hours.

Safran Aircraft Engines: A World-Class Aircraft Engines Manufacturer
Safran Aircraft Engines designs, develops, produces and supports Aero Engines that perfectly meet t
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: ADMIRAL DINESH K. TRIPATHI, CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF

ADMIRAL DINESH K. TRIPATHI, the 26th Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Indian Navy in an EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW to CHANAKYA said “Indian Navy is modernising its capabilities in accordance with well-conceived Perspective Plans.” For Indian Navy Day 2024, CHANAKYA Interviewed CNS ADMIRAL DINESH K. TRIPATHI, who said that the Indian Navy endeavours to be a ‘Future-Ready Force’ through consolidation of existing capabilities and adoption of Futuristic Technologies.

NAVY CHIEF EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
For Indian Navy Day 2024, CHANAKYA Interviewed CNS ADMIRAL DINESH K. TRIPATHI, covering Indian Navy
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Navantia's BEST AIP, Tested & Well Evaluated

Navantia's BEST AIP System, as the most Revolutionary Solution in the market, is capable to extend Conventional Submarines Diving Endurance, therefore providing very high Tactical Capabilities to the S-80 Submarine. This AIP System generates Hydrogen on demand from a liquid fuel (Bioethanol), which is stored in conventional structural tanks at ambient temperature and pressure. This results in a more efficient, safer and maintenance cost effective design solution than Hydrogen stored in metal hydrides cylinders.

Navantia S-80Plus-Class Submarine AIP System Participate in Indian Navy’s P-75(I) Trials in Spain
NAVANTIA S-80Plus Submarines are designed for Longer-Range Missions and would mature as the first S
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ISRAEL AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES (IAI)

Building on four decades, IAI’s Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) have accumulated over 2,200,000 operational flight hours over regions as diverse as deserts and mountain ranges, and conditions that range from tropical to arctic. IAI’s wide range of Unmanned Aerial Systems gather intelligence, target missions and survey borders in support of key Military and Law Enforcement Operations for more than 50 customers all over the world.

30 Years of IAI in India
IAI is determined to continue and expand this successful cooperation, embracing the spirit of AtmaN
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EMBRAER C-390

Since becoming operational with the Brazilian Air Force in 2019, the C-390 Millennium has proven its capacity, reliability, and performance. Its powerful engines, large cargo hold equipped with a rear ramp and robust landing gear enable it to carry out the most demanding missions, including from unpaved runways. A true strategic asset for its end Users. Thanks to its leading performance, cost-effectiveness, and versatility, the C-390 was selected by several Nations, including Brazil, Portugal, The Netherlands, Austria, Czech Republic and South Korea.  

Embraer Participates in Strategic Discussions During Brazil Foreign Minister’s India Visit
Brazil's Foreign Minister, Mauro Vieira, visited India to Co-Chair the 9th India-Brazil Joint Commi
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: AIR CHIEF MARSHAL A. P. SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF

Indian Air Force is going through a Transformation process acquiring State-of-the-Art Platforms and Systems, and through Upgrades, to boost India’s Air Dominance Capabilities, with 36 New Rafales, about 50 Upgraded Mirage 2000s, DARIN-III Jaguars, LCA Tejas Mk-1s & Mk-1A, C-17s, C-130J-30s, Do-228s, Avro replacement with 56 C-295MW MTAs, ALH Rudra Mk-IV, Prachand Light Combat Helicopters (LCHs), Light Utility Helicopters (LUH); Mi-17V5s; Chinook Heavy-Lift Helicopters & Apache Attack Helicopters, AEW&Cs/AWACS, FRA, Radar, Air Defence Weapon Systems, SAGW, SAAW, Astra, etc. either have been inducted or are in final stages of procurement. We feature CHANAKYA’s Exclusive Interview with AIR CHIEF MARSHAL AMAR PREET  SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF (CAS).

“Contract for Procurement of 31 MQ-9B from US for Three Services has been Signed” - AIR CHIEF MARSHAL A. P. SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF
CHANAKYA’s Exclusive Interview with AIR CHIEF MARSHAL AMAR PREET SINGH, CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF (CA
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EMBRAER C-390 MILLENNIUM

Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium Multi-Mission Tactical Aircraft by the Indian Air Force in its upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) Procurement Project.

Embraer and Mahindra Announce Collaboration on the C-390 Millennium Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) for Indian Air Force
To date, the C-390 Millennium has been selected by Brazil, Portugal, Hungary, the Netherlands, Aust
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AIRBUS C295 TACTICAL AIRLIFTER

The Airbus C295 Medium Tactical Transport Aircraft has reached 300 orders. From the Pacific Ocean to the Arabian desert, from the tropical jungle to the Sahel and the Kazakh steppe, the C295 and its market share have become a success story for the European and Spanish Aerospace Industry. Here are some interesting facts and figures about the C295 Aircraft.

Airbus C295 Hits 300 Orders: The Story of a Global Leader
The Airbus C295 has reached 300 orders following the Republic of Kazakhstan’s acquisition of a thir
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GA-ASI MQ-9B RPAS

India is acquiring 31 GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian & SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), with 15 SeaGuardians for the Indian Navy and 8 each SkyGuardians for the Indian Air Force & Indian Army. Chanakya profiles the mega acquisition of the MQ-9Bs, while outlining the HALE RPAS’ outstanding characteristics.

U.S. Approves US$ 4 Billion FMS Deal to Sell India 31 MQ-9B SkyGuardian & SeaGuardian RPAS
The Next-Generation MQ-9B SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) manu
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PM OPENS BOEING CAMPUS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially commemorated the opening of the New State-of-the-Art Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) Campus in Bengaluru. Built with an investment of Rs. 1,600 crore, the 43-acre campus is Boeing’s largest such investment outside the U.S.

Prime Minister Modi Opens New State-of-the-Art Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) Campus in Bengaluru
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Announces Two Landmark Boeing Initiatives to Advance the Future of Avi
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MBDA Missiles Systems

MBDA is ready to consider integration of Brimstone Missiles onto the MQ-9B Predator, which are to be procured by India, according to an MBDA official, speaking to a select group of journalists from India visiting the Missile Leaders’ Facilities in UK’s Bolton and France.

MBDA Missiles Systems for Indian Armed Forces
A select group of journalists from India visited the MBDA Missile Systems’ Facilities in UK’s Bolto
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: GENERAL MANOJ PANDE, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF (COAS)

Chanakya Interviewed GENERAL MANOJ PANDE, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF (COAS), who briefly covered some ARMY programmes of Modernisation, including Emergency Weapons Procurements, Air Defence, Drones & Unmanned and Autonomous Systems (UAS); Automation, Digitization, Networking, including ACCCS, SAMA (Situational Awareness Module), ANUMAAN and Battlefield Surveillance System, etc. On the occasion of the 76th Army Day 2024, we feature the Exclusive Interview of the Army Chief with Chanakya:

“The Military Role of Unmanned Weapon Systems is Growing at Unprecedented Rates”
Indian Army is going through a Transformation process acquiring State-of-the-Art Weapon Platforms a
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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: ADMIRAL R. HARI KUMAR, CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF

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“Procurement of Six AEW&C Mk-II
is Underway”

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IAI’s Strategic & Tactical Systems
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IAI’s Strategic & Tactical Systems

IAI's DEFENCE SYSTEMS


Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is a world-class Aerospace and Defence Company innovating and delivering state-of-the-art technologies in Space, Air, Land, Naval, Cyber & Homeland Security for Defence and Commercial markets. In India, IAI’s Weapon Systems & Unmanned Systems are in Service with the Indian Defence Forces, with IAI opening new Subsidiaries in India and signing MoUs with HAL.


IAI’s Strategic & Tactical Systems

IAI provides customers with tailor-made, cutting-edge solutions to the unique challenges they face including Satellites, UAVs, Missiles, Intelligence Solutions, Weapon Systems, Air Defence Systems, Robotic Systems, Radars, Business Jets, Aerostructures, and more.


IAI offers a vast portfolio producing Air and Missile Defence, Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Ground Robotics, Precision-Guided Weapons, and Loitering Munitions. IAI delivers Special-Mission Aircraft, Modernise Military Aircraft and Helicopters, and converts Passenger Jets into Cargo Aircraft through Modification, Conversion, and System Integration. Its technology expertise features Systems and Solutions from Reconnaissance Satellites and Radars to all aspects of Command, Control, and Communications, Computing and Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Systems (C5ISR).


Naval Systems: Trusted by Navies around the world for advanced, battle-proven Naval Systems and Technology, IAI sets new standards for Maritime Domain Awareness, Naval Combat Systems, Network Centric Operation, EEZ Protection, and Coastal Security. From Sensors and Weapon Systems to Integrated Systems of Systems, IAI offers a broad portfolio of Solutions to the requirements and challenges of today’s Naval Forces. Its Maritime Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV) are used in Homeland Security, Paramilitary, and Wartime in conditions that range from tropical to arctic missions. They increase surveillance area, range, time over target, and real-time Battle Damage Assessment, improving mission flexibility and effectiveness. These exceptional platforms can be designed to suit Users specific requirements by featuring a wide range of Payloads, a Command & Control Station, and advanced Communication Systems.


Four IAI Groups – A Wealth of Solutions
ELTA Systems: IAI's Radar, Intelligence, and Electronic Systems House, ELTA Systems offers a broad range of Electronic Systems-of-Systems for Air and Space, Land, Naval, and Homeland Security applications. These capabilities are based on the Solutions developed for C5ISR (ISTAR), Early Warning & Control (AEW&C), Electronic Surveillance (SIGINT/ELINT/COMINT) and countermeasures (C-UAS), Fire Control, Self-Protection, and Self-Defence, with specific specialisation in AI, Cyber, and Robotics.


Systems Missiles & Space: All activities related to Missile Systems run under the Systems, Missiles, and Space Group. These activities include Air and Missile Defence Systems, Offensive and Defensive Naval Systems, Surface-to-Surface Missiles, and Loitering Munitions. The Group also oversees IAI's Space Operations, including the initiation, design, development, delivering, and operations of dozens of Observation and Communication Satellite Systems, associated Ground Control Stations, Mission Centers, and Launchers.


Military Aircraft: Backed by decades of innovation and combat-proven experience with Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), as a pioneer and world leading provider of Unmanned Aerial Systems. IAI's Military Aircraft Group combines state-of-the-art technology and knowhow with hands-on field experience, offering innovative UAS Solutions for Land-based, Aerial and the Maritime Domains, brand names that have earned worldwide reputation for excellence and reliability. Some of the Group’s legacy activities are currently managed under the Aviation Group and Golan Industries.


Aviation: The Aviation Group covers the full spectrum of technologies and capabilities for the design, integration, testing, certification, manufacturing, marketing, and product support of Manned and Unmanned Aircraft – from Business Jets to the conversion of passenger jets, cargo planes, aerostructure assemblies, and parts. The Group also provides comprehensive maintenance services (MRO) for Aircraft, Engines, and Components - including Heavy Maintenance, Modifications, Upgrades, Conversions, and development programmes, all with minimal downtime.


Indian Navy’s LRSAM Missiles
Final Production batch of Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (LRSAM), designed and developed by DRDO in collaboration with various Industry Partners and integrated by BDL, was flagged off on 14th February 2021 at DRDL, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad in the presence of Secretary DDR&D & Chairman DRDO.


LRSAM is Jointly Developed by DRDO and IAI Israel to equip latest Ships of Indian Navy. This LRSAM Missile System provides Point and Area Defence against various aerial targets including Fighter Aircraft, Subsonic & Supersonic Cruise Missiles. The Missile is powered by indigenously developed Dual-Pulse Rocket Motor and Dual Control System to impart required manoeuvrability at the Terminal Phase. This state-of-the-art Weapon System is designed with Active Radio Frequency (RF) Seeker to identify, track, engage and destroy the target with high kill probability.


LRSAM System end-to-end performance has been successfully demonstrated through number of User Flight Trials from Indian Naval Ships. This Weapon System has been successfully productionised and has been delivered to the Indian Navy.


Secretary, DDR&D highlighted the importance of Indigenous Production efforts and complemented the industries that have established the Manufacturing Facilities and successfully executed the production orders in achieving the goal towards 'Make-in-India'. He also commended the efforts of Missile System Quality Assurance Agency (MSQAA), DG (NAI) in streamlining the production activities at various industries across India, leading to delivery of Missiles with Aerospace Quality Standards.


IAI Sets Up Indian Subsidiary ASI for MRSAM Support
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has opened a new Subsidiary located in New Delhi, India, Aerospace Services India (ASI). ASI is the sole authorized OEM’s Technical Representative for the entire (MRSAM) System in India and is establishing State-of-the-Art Facilities to provide product Life-cycle Support Services in India. The new facilities will provide advanced and timely support to the Indian Defence Forces, including the Indian Air Force, Navy and Army.


Boaz Levy, IAI’s President and CEO said: “Aerospace Services India is leveraging top technology, innovation, and talent to deliver customer satisfaction so that they can focus on their mission. IAI has a well-established operation in India, working with various Partners and customers in the Indian market. Through the years, IAI has pursued a flexible and adaptive business policy to comply and respond to PM Modi’s ‘Self-Reliance’ Vision.”


ASI is located in New Delhi, trades in Indian Rupees and is the sole authorized OEM’s Technical Representative for the entire MRSAM System.


MRSAM is an Advanced and Innovative Air and Missile Defence System which provides ultimate protection against a variety of Aerial Platforms. It is used by the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy. The system includes an Advanced Phased Array Radar, Command and Control, Mobile Launchers and Interceptors with Advanced RF Seeker. MRSAM is jointly developed by IAI and DRDO for the Indian forces.


IAI & DRDO MRSAM Air & Missile Defence System
The advanced system, jointly developed by DRDO India and IAI Israel, provides the ultimate protection against a variety of Aerial Platforms. Boaz Levy IAI’s President and CEO has said “This is significant proof of the unique Partnership between the countries and IAI's commitment to India.”


The MRSAM Air & Missile Defence System is an advanced path-breaking Air and Missile Defence System which provides full protection against many Aerial Platforms. It is used by the Indian Air Force, Indian Army, Indian Navy and Israeli Defense Forces. MRSAM is Jointly Developed by IAI and DRDO in collaboration with Indian and Israeli Companies for the Indian Defence Forces.


In a ceremony held at Air Force Station Jaisalmer in India, the MRSAM System was inducted by India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Secretary of Department of Defence Research and Development and DRDO Chairman, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), and IAI President and CEO, Boaz Levy. The induction took place after the two countries had successfully carried out earlier extended tests at a facility in India, which validated that all the components of the Weapons System were working perfectly.


Boaz Levy, President and CEO of IAI has said, “MRSAM Air & Missile Defense System is a Cutting-edge, Innovative System and significant proof of the unique Partnership and collaboration between the countries and IAI's commitment to India. The development and production of the system is fully based on the ‘Make-in-India’ policy in Partnership and collaboration between Israel and India's Industries, and is a model of success of the ‘Make in India’ policy for the benefit of all parties. During the last year, under strict Covid-19 conditions, teams from IAI and India worked shoulder-to-shoulder to ensure this moment, following the validation of the system’s capabilities. The commitment of IAI to India, and to its Defence Forces, is unquestionable and we salute this Partnership for many years to come.”


Successful Test of the MRSAM
MRSAM Air & Missile Defence System jointly developed by IAI, Israel & DRDO India was successfully tested earlier in January 2021 at a test range in India. The MRSAM System includes an Advanced Phased Array Radar, Command and Control, Mobile Launchers and Interceptors with Advanced RF Seeker. MRSAM. Jointly Developed by IAI and DRDO for Indian Forces, has IAI in collaboration with Israeli and Indian Industries, including: Rafael, TATA, BEL, L&T, BDL and many Private Vendors.


The successful test validated all components of the Weapon System to the customer’s satisfaction. Israeli Specialists and Indian Scientists and officers participated in and witnessed the test. The flight test demonstrated different extreme reference scenarios, validating various system capabilities. As part of the test the MRSAM Interceptor was launched from a Land-Based Mobile Launcher and successfully hit its threats. The scenario began by targeting the threat detected by the Systems Digital MMR Radar and launched the MRSAM Interceptor toward its operational trajectory. The interceptor acquired the target, and successfully intercepted it. All the Weapon System’s elements met the test goals successfully.


Boaz Levy, IAI’s President and CEO commented “MRSAM Air & Missile Defence System is a Cutting-edge, Innovative System, that once again has proven its advanced capabilities against a variety of threats. Every trial in an Air Defence System is a complex operational event and the COVID-19 limitations significantly increase the complexity. This trial is yet another testimonial to the strong Partnership between IAI and India and the two Nations. IAI is proud to lead this impressive cooperation with DRDO and the Indian Forces and is dedicated to its continued success.”


IAI’s Unmanned Aerial Systems
Building on four decades, IAI’s Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) have accumulated over 2,000,000 operational flight hours over regions as diverse as deserts and mountain ranges, and conditions that range from tropical to arctic. Its wide range of Unmanned Aerial Systems gather Intelligence, Target Missions and Survey Borders in support of key Military and Law Enforcement Operations for more than 50 customers all over the world.


Strategic: Robust and combat proven, with hundreds of thousands of operational flight hours, IAI’s Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Systems allow complex Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) over any terrain, in any weather conditions. The multiple combat-proven operational configurations also include Maritime Patrol and Persistent Surveillance. Heron TP, Heron, Heron MK II, Long Runner, Aerial Persistence.


Tactical: For Medium-Range Surveillance for Situation Awareness, Protection, Reconnaissance, Target Acquisition or Damage Assessment, the User needs the flexibility, ruggedness and endurance that an IAI Tactical UAS System can offer. Tactical Heron, Searcher Mk III, BirdEye 650D, BirdEye 650, WanderB-VTOL, ThunderB-VTOL.


Ground Control Systems: Improve Real-Time Fleet Operation through centralized Command and Control of advanced UAS Missions. IAI’s Mission Operation and Intelligence Center (MOIC) and innovative Unified Control Station (UCS) are the latest in Ground Control Technology, processing massive amounts of data from multiple offline and online Sensors, maximizing mission flow efficiency and conserving manpower and resources.


IAI and HAL Sign Joint Works MoU to Offer Advanced UAVs to the Indian Defence Forces
Israel Aerospace Industries and Indian company Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) have signed a Joint Works agreement MoU at DefExpo 2022 to offer Israeli made UAVs to the Indian Armed Forces. According to the agreement, a major part of the Israeli developed UAVs will be manufactured by HAL to fulfil the ‘Make in India’ policy. The proposed Joint Venture is aimed at offering the Indian Armed Forces with advanced UAVs. The Joint Venture will offer two options – purchase or lease and will also be involved in adapting the UAVs to Indian regulations.


The first two types offered to the Indian Armed Forces will be the Heron Mk II and Tactical Heron (T-Heron). The IAI Heron Mk II can reach a ceiling of 35,000 feet and a max speed of 140 knots. The Mk II has a wider and longer fuselage than the Heron-1, to allow the installation of additional payloads. MTOW is 1350 Kgs. Max payload weight is 470 kg.


The new design , and especially the new improved engine gives the Mk II a climb rate that is 50 % greater than the Heron-1. The Mk II has an endurance of 45 hours. The capability of the Heron Mk II to “fly the mission” meaning that the platform fits itself to the mission profile. To achieve that IAI installed a Flight Control Computer and a separate dedicated Mission Computer. The new version is equipped with a Line of Sight Communications System and with a Satellite Communication System. The improved Communications Links enable the Mk II to use a large number of payloads in parallel and transmit the data to the different customers.


The Heron Mk II is offered with a variety of dedicated payloads - for Ground, Air and Maritime Missions including Anti-Submarine. The Heron Mk II is capable of landing and taking off in remote areas using the built-in Advanced Satellite Communications System. This capability is essential when the UAV needs to be operated continuously without going back to its home base. The Heron Mk II can automatically land in remote runways located thousands of kilometres away, where it is serviced by a small team and basic fuelling infrastructure, before it takes off for an additional mission. This capability is based on the Advanced Satellite Communications Systems, combined with precise Automated Take-Off and Landing.


The new capability also leads to substantial saving in Command Stations and flying staff resources since it eliminates the need to return to the original take-off point for fuelling, thus saving on flight time and fuel. This increases the operational availability in the mission area and provides several options for routine & emergency landing.


With the new capability, IAI’s Heron Mk II is used in even more complicated and challenging missions. The new capability was developed based on operational demands that are the result of a long series of tests performed by the Flight Test Squadron of the Israeli Air Force (IAF).


The second type that will be offered by the new Joint Venture is the Tactical Heron (T-Heron). The T-Heron is designed for use by ground troops and Coastal Guards, as well as by other Protection Forces. With a versatile design and suitable for a variety of payloads, it features the most advanced IAI Technologies.


The T-Heron has a MTOW of 600 kgs including a 180 kgs payload. Its endurance is 24 hours. This UAV can fly at a max altitude of 24,000 feet, speed of 120 knots and supports 4 useful payloads concurrently with a total weight of up to 400 pound. The T-Heron complies with global standards, including STANAG 4671 requirements. The T-Heron UAV has a retractable nose landing gear, to allow a Radar payload an unobstructed field of view and it has a full Automatic Take-Off and Landing (ATOL) Capability.


IAI has signed this MoU agreement with HAL for the Leasing, Operation and Maintenance of Fixed-Wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for the Indian Defence Forces. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) at DefExpo 2022. Through this MoU, HAL and IAI will collaborate on a prospective programme of leasing UAV Systems to the Indian Defence Forces.


Fully supporting India’s vision of ‘AtmaNirbhar Bharat’ and the long-lasting partnership and commitment between the two countries, IAI also announced the opening of its subsidiary IAI India Private Limited, which will provide customer support, marketing, and business development services for IAI Solutions.


From Radars and Defence Systems for Air, Land, and Sea to Unmanned Aerial Systems and other Intelligence Solutions, including Satellites and Electronic Surveillance, Cyber and more, IAI has been jointly developing tailor-made, cutting-edge solutions for India’s unique challenges for three decades now.


It also manufactures the famous Heron TP Armed Drones, which have been acquired by the Indian Army to boost its Surveillance Operations, especially near the LAC. Focused on their common threat of international terrorism and the use of technology to get rid of it, India and Israel are already working together to produce Next-Generation Drones.


With PM Modi keen on Israeli Defence Companies benefitting from opportunities of co-development and co-production in India, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh had exchanged a ‘Letter of Intent’ on enhancing cooperation in the field of Futuristic Defence Technologies with his visiting Israeli counterpart Benjamin Gantz in June this year. It followed last November’s Bilateral Innovation Agreement (BIA) between India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Israel’s Directorate of Defence Research and Development (DDR&D) to jointly develop Next-Generation Technologies and products such as Drones, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and unhackable Quantum Computing.


Under the agreement, Start-Ups and Industries of both countries will work together to bring out Next-Generation Technologies and products in the areas such as Drones, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Technology, Photonics, Biosensing, Brain-machine Interface, Energy Storage, Wearable Devices, Natural Language Processing, etc. Products and technologies will also be customised to meet the unique requirements of both countries. The development efforts will be jointly funded by DRDO and DDR&D, Israel. The technologies developed under BIA will be available to both countries for their domestic applications.


Maritime Heron: Next-Generation Maritime Solution
The IAI Maritime Heron is the optimal solution that puts the UAS in control, at Sea and Beyond-the-Horizon. Incorporating more than 40 years of experience and proven operationally worldwide, the Maritime Heron UAS carries out Maritime Patrol and Intelligence-gathering Missions, from Detection, Classification, to Identification. The Heron in its Maritime Configuration is used by several Naval Forces around the world in Homeland Security, Paramilitary and Wartime Scenarios, it offers extended operational endurance (up to 45 continuous hours); increased scanning area, range, time over target and mission flexibility, as well as, real-time assessment of Battle Damage. IAI's Maritime UAS consists of: Land- or Sea-based Unified Control System (UCS); Ground Data Terminal (GDT); Mission-oriented payloads; SATCOM.


The UAS’ full array of intelligence gathering capabilities is made possible thanks to its capacity to carry Multiple Payloads and Sensors simultaneously. A typical operational configuration consists of a Maritime Patrol Radar (MPR) with Multi-mode Functions, an Electro-optical Sensor with day/night capabilities and an optional Electronic Intelligence (ELINT) package. The system is capable of utilizing customer furnished Sensor Suites. Operational range of the Heron is limited only by fuel availability, with missions ranging over 1,000 km from its operating base, with Low-Altitude Mission height.


Features: Electro-Optical (TV & IR Combi or Triple Sensor TV/IR/LRF/LD), Wideeye Scan; Maritime Patrol Radar (MPR) + AIS; Communications Intelligence (COMINT - HF, VHF, UHF/ DF); Global System Mobile (GSM); Electronic Support Measures /Electronic Intelligence (ESM/ELINT); Aerial Persistence; Sonobuoy (Acoustic Detector); Magnetic Detector (MAD); Customer furnished Payloads & Sensor Suites; Identification, Friend or Foe (IFF); Traffic Collision Avoidance System (TCAS); Integrated ATC Communication Relay; Direct Line-of-Sight (LOS) Data Link; Satellite Communication (SATCOM); UAV Airborne Data Relay (ADR) for beyond LOS missions; Ground-based Data Relay (GDR) for beyond LOS missions.


Technical Details: Max. Take-off Weight: 1,270 kg; Max Payload Weight: 470 kg; Overall Length: 8.5 m; Wingspan: 16.6 m; Performance - Endurance: Up to 45 h (continuous); Range: LOS>350 km, BLOS > 1000 km; Altitude:> 35,000 ft; Loiter speed: 60-80 KTAS;     Max speed: >140 KTAS.


Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) and 2Excel Aviation successfully completed a demonstration of IAI's Maritime Heron UAS in a series of live, Beyond Visual Line of Sight Maritime Search and ISR scenarios. The demonstration was based out of West Wales Airport in Aberporth, Wales. The Heron UAS was ready to fly within 36 hours of arriving at West Wales and maintained full serviceability throughout the period of the deployment. The Heron UAS achieved 100% of its planned scenarios, despite the challenging seasonal weather conditions. The system demonstrated that it is highly capable in missions including Search and Rescue, Border Protection, fisheries patrol, safety at sea, Small Boat Detection and Surveillance and other activities.


Advanced Unmanned Surface Vessels
Autonomous Systems, Robotics, and Artificial Intelligence algorithms to enable distributed Maritime Applications and advanced operational capabilities. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Israel's leading Aerospace & Defence manufacturer, designs & develops first-in-class series of 17m Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) for the entire range of Military and Commercial applications. IAI specialises in the Autonomous Control System and integrating various Mission Payloads to the Control System Units according to the Users mission requirements.


Comprising of Advanced Sensors, Sonars and Imaging Systems that are integrated into a Unified Command and Control System, the USV can operate either Remotely, Semi-Autonomously, or Autonomously, requiring no human intervention. Designed to suit all customers’ requirements, the bespoke vessel will offer unique capabilities in terms of modularity, payload, range, maneuverability, and performance.


Military Applications for the USV include Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Border and Littoral Zone Patrol, Maritime Security Operations, Mine Detection and sweeping, Submarine Detection And Anti-Submarine Warfare, Deployment Platform For Vtol Vehicles and can also be customised for Commercial applications such as oceanography, pollution monitoring, oil and gas exploration, transportation of materials and liquids, Search and Rescue, fire-fighting and first interventions.