Defense Update

Israel Tests Arrow 2 Block 4 ATBM with Super Green Pine Radar

Tamir Eshel — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:15:20 +0000

The Israel Missile Defense Organization and the U.S. Missile Defense Agency completed a successful test of the key elements of the joint U.S.-Israel IAI Arrow Weapon System (AWS) today. The test involved the latest generation ATBM radar - known as Super Green pine.

Its Flying Time at the Singapore Airshow 2012

Tamir Eshel — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:08:21 +0000

Part of the action at the upcoming Singapore Airshow next week will be the flying display including top performers from several Asian countries. Among the aerobatic teams performing here are the Australian Roulettes, Malaysian Smokey Bandits and Rebel-300 from Australian air stunt Blair Aerosport.

IAI Introduces the ‘Total Connectivity Solution’ at the Singapore Airshow 2012

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:48:53 +0000

IAI's new family of networking systems integrates common core capabilities and specific solutions designed for land forces missions, and airborne applications supporting air operations. A special subset of the system is uniquely tailored for the operation of precision-guided weapons.

Russian Helicopters Expand to Vietnam

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:52:00 +0000

Russian Helicopters is adding to its global presence, most recently by opening up an office in Vietnam, in anticipation to benefit from the booming growth in Vietnam and gaining access to broader markets in Southeast Asia and as far as Australia

The Wide Range – Bombardier Aerospace Heritage

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:46:52 +0000

More than 35 governments worldwide are using variants of Bombardier’s business and commercial and amphibious aircraft in such missions as C4ISR, coastal patrol, search and rescue and government officials’ transport.

Alenia Aermacchi’s C-27J: The TACTICAL Transport Aircraft

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:45:32 +0000

In the medium tactical transport sector, when the word “tactical” is a true requirement, the only answer is: Alenia Aermacchi C-27J Spartan.

RUAG Aerospace Plans to Set MRO Partnership in Malaysia

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:46:27 +0000

Ruag Aviation is hopeful that Malaysia will order up to five new generation Dornier 228 New Generations for maritime patrol purposes, and is in talks about setting up an MRO partnership in Malaysia. A decision could even be announced at the Singapore Air Show.

Telephonics: Integrated Surveillance and Communication Systems

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:45:07 +0000

Telephonics Corporation is a worldwide leader in Integrated Surveillance and Communication Systems technology. We serve aerospace, defense, and commercial markets around the globe. Whether it is in the air, on the sea, or ground based, our advanced electronic systems are on board to ensure the safety and security of thousands [...]

Northrop Grumman Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR)

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:44:27 +0000

Northrop Grumman’s Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR) Provides A Global Sensor Solution for Today’s Complex Operational Environment

Dependable Engines: Pratt & Whitney

Defenseindex.com — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:37:59 +0000

Dependable Engines: With Evolving Military Landscapes, Pratt & Whitney Remains Steadfa