15 déc. 2014 BAE Systems

12 déc. 2014 Saab

12 December 2014 BAE Systems

We have completed the first full trial installation of MBDA’s Brimstone missile onto a Typhoon aircraft.

The trial fit is an important milestone in demonstrating the integration of the missile with the aircraft and follows the successful completion of an initial £5M study contract awarded to us by the UK’s Ministry of Defence earlier this year.  The trials are helping to pave the way for Brimstone 2 integration for the UK’s Royal Air Force (RAF) by 2018. 

Six Brimstone missiles were fitted to the aircraft, each wing carrying a launcher with three missiles. Training missiles were used for the purposes of the trial and demonstrated that the weapon can be fitted to the aircraft.  The aircraft was also fitted with two Paveway IV precision guided bombs, showing the baseline Phase 3 Enhancements Air-to-Surface configuration which will provide RAF Typhoon operators with a multi-role platform capable of addressing a wide range of target sets and delivering a variety of proportional precision weapon effects.

Andy Blythe, Test Pilot said “Brimstone is an extremely flexible combat low collateral damage missile which was proven on the Tornado GR4.  Brimstone 2 is the next iteration of the weapon and building on its previous successes, will undoubtedly provide the RAF with a potent capability. When the system is paired with Typhoon and Paveway IV, the aircraft will be able to engage a huge cross section of potential targets.”

The current Dual Mode Seeker Brimstone which Brimstone 2 replaces is effective against the most challenging, high speed and manoeuvring targets over land and sea. As a low collateral, close air support weapon it is already combat proven by the RAF in Afghanistan, Libya and most recently in Iraq on the Tornado GR4.

Fitting of the Brimstone missile comes in a year that has seen progress across a range of programmes for Typhoon.  The UK RAF are now operating the most advanced Typhoon to date with the latest Phase 1 Enhancement package now in operation.  This upgrade delivers true simultaneous swing-role capability to Typhoon.

Progress is also being made across a number of weapons programmes including the award of a full integration contract for the Storm Shadow weapon and further trials to fully integrate the Meteor Beyond Visual Range Air-To-Air missile.  In addition an EUR1bn contract to develop and fit the Captor E-Scan radar was signed on 19 November which will give Typhoon one of the most advanced radar systems in the world, providing a wider field of regard than any other combat aircraft.  

10 December 2014 by David Pugliese

Officials in Italy are preparing for the rollout of their first F-35A from the final assembly and checkout (FACO) facility at Cameri Air Base in northern Italy early next year, Amy Butler of Aviation Week writes.

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MARIETTA, Ga., Dec. 11, 2014 –Lockheed Martin

The Republic of Tunisia received its second C-130J Super Hercules during a ceremony today at the Lockheed Martin facility here.

Tunisia received its first C-130J in April 2013, marking the first delivery of a J-model to an African nation. Lockheed Martin signed a contract in 2010 with Tunisia to deliver two C-130Js, as well as to provide training and an initial three years of logistics support.

“Tunisia’s Super Hercules fleet is both a national and a regional asset, able to support more missions than any other aircraft in operation today,” said George Shultz, vice president and general manager, C-130 Programs, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. “We are proud to have Tunisia as a member of the global C-130J family. As legacy operators, Tunisian Air Force crews have long showcased why the C-130 is the world’s most versatile aircraft and continue to do so with its C-130J fleet.”

Tunisia’s new C-130Js are the longer fuselage or “stretched” variant of the aircraft. Tunisia’s new C-130Js will support operations across the mission spectrum, including relief efforts around the world, firefighting and traditional airlift sorties.

Sixteen countries have chosen the C-130J Super Hercules to meet their air mobility needs. The C-130J is the standard by which all other airlifters are measured in terms of availability, flexibility and reliability. With more than 1.2 million flight hours to date, the C-130J is available in nine variants and offers operators 17 different mission configurations.

Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 113,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation’s net sales for 2013 were $45.4 billion.

December 9, 2014 Thales Group

Cannes, December 9, 2014 - Thales Alenia Space has been selected by the United Arab Emirates Air Force (UAEAF)  to develop the very-high-resolution payload for their Falcon Eye program, within the scope of a consortium led by Airbus Defense and Space.

This contract was officially signed by the United Arab Emirates in August 2014 and is now entering into force.

The contract includes building two satellites offering very-high-resolution optical capabilities and a ground system for monitoring, receiving and processing images, as well as a training program for the engineers from the United Arab Emirates who will control and operate the satellites once in orbit.

As the co-contractor, Thales Alenia Space is in charge of the high-performance, very-high-resolution optical payload, the image data transmission subsystem, the ground image processing system, and co-engineering and validation of the overall system.

The Falcon Eye contract confirms Thales Alenia Space's excellence in very-high-resolution optical instruments and systems, following the success of the Helios 1 and 2 and Pleiades programs. This leadership will be further reinforced through developments now under way for the MUSIS CSO program.

"This contract with the UAEAF culminates a long effort by our teams with a total support of the French Government, the French Ministry of Defense in particular. It underlines once again Thales Alenia Space's unique capabilities in high-resolution optical observation systems, whether for French defense applications or export markets. This partnership with Airbus Defense and Space combines the strong points of our two companies to stand up to the competition and bolster Europe's position in the global space industry." said Jean-Loïc Galle, President and CEO of Thales Alenia Space

About Thales Alenia Space

Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Finmeccanica (33%), is a key European player in space telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, exploration and orbital infrastructures. Thales Alenia Space and Telespazio form the two parent companies' “Space Alliance”, which offers a complete range of services and solutions. Because of its unrivaled expertise in dual (civil/military) missions, constellations, flexible payloads, altimetry, meteorology and high-resolution optical and radar instruments, Thales Alenia Space is the natural partner to countries that want to expand their space program. The company posted consolidated revenues in excess of 2 billion euros in 2013, and has 7,500 employees in six countries. www.thalesaleniaspace.com

11 December 2014 army-technology.com

The Danish Ministry of Defence (MoD) has received final offers from four European manufacturers for the national army's ageing M113 armoured personnel carriers (APC) fleet replacement contract.

BAE Systems Hagglunds has offered its CV90 Armadillo, while Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft (FFG) and General Dynamics European Land Systems have pitched its G5 protected mission module carrier (PMMC) and ASCOD vehicle respectively, in the tracked category, Defense News reported.

The wheeled category includes Nexter Systems' Vehicule de Combat d'Infanterie (VBCI) and General Dynamics' Mowag Piranha V vehicles.

The companies submitted bids in 2012 for the contract, which requires between 206 and 450 vehicles in six different configurations, and were shortlisted in February 2013.

Even though the numbers are yet to be confirmed, industry executives believe that the MoD appears to be leaning toward an initial purchase of 206 vehicles.

One French official said there was informal feedback that the wheeled vehicles outperformed the tracked units during a 17-week trial in 2013.

During the trials, all three tracked versions reportedly replaced conventional steel with rubber band tracks, which have been used by the Danish military for operations in Afghanistan.

The MoD had indicated that the acquisition would not be split between tracked and wheeled vehicles, but industry executives believe that the policy is likely to change.

The Danish Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organisation (DALO) was expecting to select a contractor earlier this year, but lengthy discussions with the European Union over how the offset package for the vehicle could look under tightened regulations prevented this.

A DALO spokesman said that the new guidelines for defence sector offsets became effective in July.

Provided the procurement process stays on target, the winning contractor could be named and receive the contract by the end of May 2015.

The Royal Danish Army currently operates 632 heavily armoured M113s in different configurations, including tactical air control party carrier and fire-fighting capacities.

MOSCOU, 10 décembre - RIA Novosti

Le bombardier russe de 5e génération PAK DA sera livré à l'armée russe entre 2023 et 2025, a annoncé mercredi à Moscou le commandant de l'Aviation à long rayon d'action russe Anatoli Jikharev.

"Nous modernisons tous les avions, de nouveaux armements arrivent. Nous nous doterons prochainement du bombardier PAK DA. Ses premiers vols d'essai commenceront entre 2019 et 2020. Les livraisons de ces avions à l'armée débuteront entre 2023 et 2025", a indiqué le général Jikharev.

Destiné à remplacer les bombardiers stratégiques Tu-160 et Tu-95, le bombardier PAK DA (Complexe aérien prospectif pour l'aviation à long rayon d'action) aura une faible signature radar et sera capable de surmonter la défense antiaérienne moderne. Selon des informations précédentes, il sera doté d'une arme hypersonique. L'avion est conçu par le bureau d'études Tupolev.

10 december 2014 by defenceWeb

South African company Rippel Effect Systems has landed another contract for IGS-4S day/night sights for the Colombian Army which has now standardised on this item of equipment from Rippel for all its cavalry requirements.

The company expects to complete installation on the whole Colombian Cascavel armoured combat vehicle fleet during next year.

The IGS-4S was launched as a Rippel product two years ago and the technology is licensed from South African firm Vision 24 Observation Systems. The model selected by Colombia is the IGS-4S compact video sighting system, which can be utilised in conjunction with various vehicle-mounted weapons in calibres ranging from 7.62 mm to 125 mm. The system provides the operator with a 24/7 below-armour observation and ranging capability to fire the weapon in all weather conditions, low visibility and darkness.

Rippel Effect said the IGS-4S accommodates multiple sensors tailored to suit user requirements and weapon choice. As a single system it can be pre-programmed with ballistic aiming marks for any weapon and the various types of ammunition for the selected weapon. IGS-4S has the additional ability to range distance to target. It has a laser rangefinder, day camera, uncooled thermal imaging and multi-function screen, which displays aim points and system parameters, as well as controls for the thermal camera. The system is optimised for installation in small vehicles where space is of prime consideration.

Chief Executive of Rippel Effect, Fritz Visser said there are good prospects for the sight, which is being marketed internationally. Particular focus is on the Cascavel series of armoured vehicles.

The company has developed a video bore sighting device as well as a day/night sight, the VK-RSS-02, that can be used with the secondary weapon on armoured vehicles (such as the 7.62 machine gun on the Cascavel). Both the bore-sight and the VK-RSS-02 integrate seamlessly with the IGS-4S System. The video bore sight makes bore sighting possible by one person from inside the vehicle. The VK-RSS-02 makes it possible to use the secondary weapon from below-armour. The VK-RSS-02 can also be used as hand-held thermal imaging device.

Rippel Effect is known for its series of 40 mm grenade launchers and is focusing on three main products: its new less lethal six-shot multiple grenade launcher RLL37/38 which will be marketed in association with two of the world’s foremost less lethal ammunition manufacturers - Condor of Brazil and ALS of the US; the XRGL40 extended range 40 mm MGL and IGS-4S targeting and sighting system. The XRGL40 can fire low velocity, medium velocity and less lethal ammunition with very low port pressures, including rubber, ball, soft-nose, illuminating and smoke grenades. The 5 kg XRGL40 fires a 220 gram medium velocity projectile to a range of 800 metres, versus 375 metres for low velocity ammunition.

Designed as a true multi-role weapon system, it comes with the GR40 smart multi-velocity sight, which allows the soldier to fire 40 mm ammunition with different ballistic profiles from the same weapon - both 40x46 mm low-velocity and 40x51 mm medium-velocity grenades and also the latest less-lethal rounds.

Rippel Effect started marketing the six shot XRGL40 in 2011/12 and in the last two years has managed to sell the XRGL40 extended range 40mm MGL to eight different countries, the extended range 40mm MGL System is now operational in the Middle East, Latin America and Far East. The XRGL40 is also used in 40 x 51mm extended range ammunition development programs by RDM (South Africa), Diehl BGT Defence (Germany), Energetics Technologies Ltd (UK) and Indumil (Colombia).

09/12/2014 by SITTA

 

Drone BONEFISH 

Le ministre de la défense indonésien, en compagnie du chef d’état-major de la marine indonésienne, a procédé à une cérémonie d’inauguration du premier trimaran BONEFISH. Cet appareil est un drone de surface furtif construit par le chantier naval PT Lundin (connu également sous le nom NORTH SEA BOATS – Indonesia), en partenariat avec l’industriel suédois SAAB. Sa mission principale sera la surveillance des espaces maritimes situés entre les milliers d’îles qui composent l’archipel indonésien. Très bas sur l’eau, il est propulsé par deux puissants moteurs. Un mât proéminent, accueille un radar de veille surface et des antennes de communication pour le pilotage de l’engin et la transmission des détections. Sur la maquette du drone présentée sur le stand de SAAB, placé à proximité du stand de Lundin, on pouvait observer un tourelleau téléopéré muni d’une mitrailleuse de calibre 12,7 mm.

PT LUNDIN - Indonésie

 

COCKERILL 90P 

Au cours de cette édition du salon INDODEFENCE, la société PINDAD a présenté un nouveau véhicule blindé, dérivé des ANOA en service dans les forces armées indonésiennes. Le COCKERILL 90P est un blindé 6 x 6 équipé un moteur de 340 chevaux (6 cylindres) er armé d’un canon de 90 mm. Son blindage permet de protéger l’équipage du tir de munitions de 12,7 mm Des lance-fumigènes et une mitrailleuse lourde assurent la protection du blindé.

 

PT PINDAD - Indonésie

 

Fusil d’assaut SS 7,62

La deuxième nouveauté du stand de PINDAD était un fusil d’assaut en 7,62 x 51. Ce prototype, qui devrait bientôt entrer en service dans les forces spéciales indonésiennes, pèse 5,1 kg. La portée maximale est de 950 m et il dispose de trois modes : position de sécurité, mono-coup ou tir automatique. Cette nouvelle arme a attirée la curiosité des visiteurs et a fait la fierté des employés de la société, qui ont eu l’honneur de recevoir la visite du président indonésien sur leur stand.

 

PT PINDAD - Indonésie

 

Lance-grenade BUR

Parmi toutes les armes d’infanterie présentées par KPB, on pouvait découvrir un nouveau lance-grenade léger. Ce système, composé d’une poignée et d’optiques pour la visée de jour et de nuit, tire des grenades de 62 mm de diamètre et de 742 mm de long. Après chaque tir, le fantassin doit démonter la poignée pour la fixer sur un nouveau tube de lancement, qui contient la munition. La portée maximale de cette arme est de 950 mètres. Le BUR sert à attaquer des véhicules peu ou non blindés et des unités d’infanterie logés dans des bâtiments. Il peut également traiter une zone à l’air libre d’environ 50 m² avec un puissant explosif.

 

 KBP - Russie

 

Radar ROHINI 

Le DRDO a présenté un radar mobile de veille aérienne en  3D, qui serait déjà en service dans l’armée de l’air indienne. Baptisé « ROHINI », ce nouveau radar est monté sur un camion 8 x 8 qui assure une grande mobilité et une mise en œuvre en moins de trente minutes. La portée maximale de détection est supérieure à 185 km. Ce système a été conçu pour pouvoir détecter des intrusions d’aéronefs dans les zones montagneuses, à haute altitude.

 DRDO - Inde

 

SDV GANENDRA RI-1 

Le GANENDRA RI-1 est un prototype de propulseur sous-marin pour nageurs de combat (SDV). Cet engin, propulsé par un moteur électrique grâce à une batterie lithium-ion, embarque deux commandos. Son autonomie est d’environ huit heures à sa

vitesse de croisière de 1,3 nœud, et d’une heure et trente minutes à sa vitesse maximale (2,2 nœuds). Il pèse 24 kg et peut emporter une charge de 90 kg.

 

PT ELMAS VIANA DJAJA - Indonésie

 

Frégate KDDX

Le chantier naval sud-coréen Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) a présenté - pour la première fois - la maquette de la future frégate KDDX. Selon le commercial, Séoul n’a pas encore choisi les senseurs et l’armement qui  équiperont cette classe de bâtiments, ni le nombre d’unités commandées. Cependant, Il est très probable qu’ils soient équipés du missile anti-aérien C-Star (lancé verticalement) et de la torpille légère Blue Shark. SAMSUNG, en partenariat avec la société THALES, pourrait fournir les équipements de détection radar.

 

 DSME – Corée du Sud

 

Système sol-air CHIRON

L’attraction sur ce stand coréen était le système sol-air CHIRON. Armé par un tireur, il permet de lancer deux missiles à courte portée et à guidage infrarouge. Chaque missile pèse 14,4 kg, a une portée maximale de 7 km, et peut atteindre une cible à l’altitude maximale de 3,5 km. Le CHIRON peut également être monté sur un véhicule blindé ou un 4 x 4. Il serait en service dans les forces armées sud-coréennes et aurait un taux d’efficacité de 95%.

 

 LIG Nex1 – Corée du Sud

 

Télescope KM12A8

La principale nouveauté chez WOO KYUNG OPTICS était le télescope KM12A8, utilisé pour des pièces d’artillerie de 105 mm et 155 mm. Ses caractéristiques techniques sont les suivantes :

Longueur : 24,7 cm

Masse : 2 kg

Grossissement : x 4

Champ de vision : 10°

WOO KYUNG OPTICS – Corée du Sud

04 December 2014 BAE Systems
 

A Typhoon aircraft has successfully completed the first in a series of live firings of the MBDA Meteor Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile. This continues the series of trials we lead to demonstrate integration of the Meteor missile with Typhoon's weapon system.

Following contract signature in 2013 for the full integration of Meteor onto Typhoon, the trials continue to demonstrate that the weapon operates effectively with the aircraft.

Led by ourselves with support from MBDA, Selex, Qinetiq and MOD, the trials were conducted  in November 2014  at the MOD’s Hebrides firing range in the UK and further developed and tested the integration of the missile with the weapon system as well as expanding the jettison envelope by conducting firings at different altitudes and speeds. The trials also tested the interface of the missile with the weapon system for both pre-launch priming and post launch datalink functions between the missile and radar.

Test pilot Nat Makepeace flew the sortie and  said: “The aircraft and the weapon performed exactly as expected.  It’s very easy and intuitive to operate, and the trials demonstrated that we can operate in an expanded envelope safely and accurately.  This is a significant step forward for the full integration of the Meteor missile onto the Typhoon aircraft.”

Produced by MBDA, Meteor is an active radar guided missile designed to provide a multi-shot capability against long-range manoeuvring targets, such as fast jets, small unmanned aerial vehicles and cruise missiles in a heavy electronic countermeasures environment.

Capable of engaging air targets during day and night, and in all-weather conditions, the Meteor will complement Typhoon’s existing missile systems, providing pilots with a greater choice of weapons during combat.

Further firing trials are scheduled to be carried out as part of the Meteor Integration contract to fully expand the launch envelope and weapon system integration which will culminate in the integration being complete in 2017.

These trials take place in a year that has seen progress across a range of programmes for Typhoon. The UK RAF are now operating the most advanced Typhoon to date with the latest Phase 1 Enhancement package now in operation. This upgrade delivers true simultaneous swing-role capability to Typhoon. Progress is also being made across a number of weapons programmes including the award of a full integration contract for the Storm Shadow weapon and the first multiple release of a Paveway IV bomb.

A £800m contract to develop and fit the Captor E-Scan radar was signed in November which will give Typhoon one of the most advanced radar systems in the world, providing a wider field of regard than any other combat aircraft. Typhoon is already regarded as one of the world’s leading swing-role combat aircraft and continues to be upgraded to provide decades of effective, relevant effect.