Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has announced the signing of a deal to acquire Greece’s leading technology defence company, INTRACOM DEFENSE (IDE). The acquisition will integrate IDE into IAI’s business activities in Greece and Europe, while also providing solutions to the challenges faced by European countries. IDE specializes in the production of missile launchers, missile subsystems,
The production line of the Gripen E in Brazil has been inaugurated by Embraer and Saab at Embraer´s facility in Gavião Peixoto (São Paulo State), marking an important milestone in the technology transfer programme and the companies’ commitment to collaborating on new business opportunities. The event was attended by significant civil and military authorities, including
The first C295 aircraft for India has successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone towards its delivery by the second half of 2023. The tactical aircraft took off from Seville, Spain, on the May 5, and landed after three hours of flight. “This first flight represents a significant accomplishment for the first Make in
GE Aerospace along with NAVAIR have been awarded a US$683.7 million (£547 million) contract for three more lots of T408 engines that will power the U.S. Marine Corps’ heavy-lift helicopter, the Sikorsky CH-53K® King StallionTM. The contracts for engines and other ancillary services are subsequent to five previous contracts for T408 engines, the last being in
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), through its defence electronics subsidiary, ELTA Systems, has been awarded with a contract to provide airborne Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) solutions to an international customer. The contract size including systems delivery and maintenance will surpass US$100 million (£80 million). Under the contract, ELTA will provide SIGINT systems and airborne communications suites for
The Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) has completed its air-to-air refuelling trials with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-15J and F-15DJ Eagle jets for the first time. Conducted in Japan from March 29 to April 26, the trials involved an RAAF KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) using its advanced refuelling boom to connect with the
Airbus Helicopters is introducing the first U.S.-built H125 military configurations helicopter, known as AH-125 and MH-125 Ares, to the Airbus range of military helicopters. These combat-capable aircraft will feature militarised options that meet the needs of military and para-public allies and partners around the world. The AH-125 Ares will be configured as the armed variant of the helicopter, while
During LAAD Defence & Security 2023, Embraer has announced the launch of the A-29 Super Tucano aircraft, light attack aircraft, armed reconnaissance and advanced training, in the configuration of NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), with an initial focus on meeting the needs of nations in Europe. The new version of the aircraft, the A-29N, will
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has marked the delivery of the 100th IAI-produced T-38 wing to the United States Air Force, in a special ceremony held at the company’s headquarters. This milestone demonstrates IAI’s capabilities to produce aero structures of the highest quality and its commitment to a long-term relationship with the United States Air Force.
Embraer S.A. and Saab have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at LAAD, in Rio de Janeiro, to deepen the collaboration between the companies in several areas, mainly related to business development and engineering opportunities. The companies will collaborate to position the C-390 Millennium aircraft as the preferred solution to meet the Swedish Air Force
