INDIAN ARMED FORCES CHIEFS ON OUR RELENTLESS AND FOCUSED PUBLISHING EFFORTS
The insightful articles, inspiring narrations and analytical perspectives presented by the Editorial Team, establish an alluring connect with the reader. My compliments and best wishes to SP Guide Publications.
— General Upendra Dwivedi, Indian Army Chief
"Over the past 60 years, the growth of SP Guide Publications has mirrored the rising stature of Indian Navy. Its well-researched and informative magazines on Defence and Aerospace sector have served to shape an educated opinion of our military personnel, policy makers and the public alike. I wish SP's Publication team continued success, fair winds and following seas in all future endeavour!"
— Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Indian Navy Chief
Since, its inception in 1964, SP Guide Publications has consistently demonstrated commitment to high-quality journalism in the aerospace and defence sectors, earning a well-deserved reputation as Asia's largest media house in this domain. I wish SP Guide Publications continued success in its pursuit of excellence.
— Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Indian Air Force Chief
Top News
- Operation Sindoor: Resolute yet Restrained
- India's Operation Sindoor Sends a Clear Message to Terror and the World – ‘ZERO TOLERANCE’
- Japan and India set forth a defence cooperation consultancy framework, talks on tank and jet engines
- Terrorist Attack in Pahalgam in Kashmir: Unfolding a long surgical war against PAK
- Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari takes over as Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force
- Air Marshal Tejinder Singh takes over as AOC-in-C Training Command
SP's Exclusive
-
February 18, 2015
Future Aircraft: Low Observable Progress?Plenty about the Indian aerospace scene perplexes analysts and observers. Examples are plentiful. One of them is activity in the stealth aircraft area, where India has the distinction — it's arguable what sort of distinction — of working on two separate and comparable stealth combat aircraft.
-
February 18, 2015
India awaits the big take-offThey say the passage of time brings clarity. Hindsight brings learnings. As Aero India 2015 begins, there are two parallel sentiments, each contradicting the other. The first is of hope.
-
February 9, 2015
Israeli Defence Minister to attend Aero India for first timeGiven the quantum of defence business that flies from Israel to India, it's something of a surprise that this will be the first year that an Israeli defence minister will grace an Aero India. Moshe Ya'alon will be at the Yelahanka show this year accompanied by a delegation 100-strong from Israeli defence industry, many already well-versed with the Indian market, but many looking for emerging opportunities.
-
February 9, 2015
Textron offers Scorpion jet to IAFThe Indian Air Force, which receives pitches both solicited and unsolicited, has received one of its most interesting in recent times. Faced with a training void in the intermediate jet trainer space, the IAF had resorted to a global request...
-
February 9, 2015
LCA Navy NP2 heads to Goa next monthThe first LCA Navy single-seat fighter prototype that made its debut flight yesterday, will join the existing carrier compatibility test schedule at INS Hansa, Goa from next month. The platform, designated NP2 took to the air just weeks after the first prototype, a twin-seat fighter trainer, made its first launch from the ski-jump...
-
February 9, 2015
BAE Systems begins negotiations for 20 more HawksBAE Systems, now comfortably in the Indian fixed wing space with its Hawk advanced jet trainer, has begun negotiations with HAL to transfer equipment to support the license build of 20 more Hawks for the IAF's erstwhile Surya Kiran aerobatics team.
-
February 9, 2015
DRDO develops new coatings for Combat AircraftImporting the special paint coating for combat aircraft for decades, the Indian armed forces will soon have an indigenously developed special coating that its developer, the DRDO, says will have better performance as well as be more cost effective.
-
February 9, 2015
Navy announces requirement 50 Shipborne UASIn its largest stated requirement for unmanned aerial systems so far, the Indian Navy has announced that it is looking to procure at least 50 Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial System (NSUAS) for "Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), sea-lanes of communication monitoring and coastal/ EEZ surveillance, anti-piracy...
-
February 2, 2015
PM's 1st Defence Show, To Pump 'Make In India': Modi's 'Defence Manufacturing Panchsheel'Prime Minister Narendra Modi has had multiple trysts with the armed forces since he took office in May 2014, showing an unprecedented interest in matters military...
-
February 2, 2015
Three Rafales Returning To Aero India, Good News In Store?Three Armée de l'Air Rafale multirole fighters will be making a return to Aero India this year, just seven months since their last dash into the country for the Indo-French Garuda-V joint air exercise in Jodhpur.
-
February 2, 2015
ISIS threat in mind, biggest US air exercise beginsThe world's largest multilateral air exercise is under way. The Red Flag Nellis air exercise over the skies of Southern Nevada, U.S.A., began on Jan 26 and continues till Feb 13. The Indian Air Force, a past participant in the Red Flag exercise, has kept close tabs on the most awaited air force event of the year.
-
February 2, 2015
1st time at Aero India - Wingwalkers!If breathtaking stunts in the cockpit are your cup of tea, you've probably loved a lot of what's up on show at successive Aero India shows. This year, the stunts will be up in the air as usual, but not all of it inside a cockpit.
-
February 2, 2015
Chinook, Apache Deals Costlier After MarchThe visit of U.S. President Barack Obama definitely provided a push to pending Indo-US defence deals, but time may be of essence for two crucial contracts of the Indian Air Force.
-
February 2, 2015
US-2i aircraft plan moves forwardThe Indian Navy is progressing its effort to acquire 12 Japanese-built Shimaywa US-2i amphibious aircraft. The $1.65 billion deal for a dozen specialised jets is being progressed as part of the Services Capital Acquisition Plan (SCAP) for 2015 at the MoD.
-
February 2, 2015
Indian Navy & Coast Guard for briefing on Bell-Boeing V-22 OspreyTop sources indicate the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard have asked for technical briefings on the V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft from Bell and Boeing.
-
February 2, 2015
National Civil Aircraft programme targets 2020At Aero India this year, the NAL-HAL National Civil Aircraft programme could have fresh contours, with officialy likely to scout fresh partnerships in taking the ambitious project forward.
-
February 2, 2015
Agni V Enters Service This YearThe Agni V ballistic missile, India's longest range nuclear delivery system, enters service by the end of this year. At this stage, top sources say development test routines are complete, with the system to be handed over to the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) to populate deterrent units in the country.
-
January 28, 2015
IAF required full-mission simulators for An-32 REThe Indian Air Force has announced its intention to procure two full mission simulators for the upgraded AN-32 RE aircraft. The full mission simulator is intended to be used for flying and mission training of pilots on all roles of the upgraded AN-32 RE aircraft.
-
January 28, 2015
IAF for Geospatial Information System softwareIn an effort to enhance the aeronautical data processing prowess of the Indian Air Force, the government intends to procure Geospatial Information System (GIS) related aeronautical software and associated hardware, and published interest in making an acquisition shortly.
-
January 28, 2015
HAL draws up priority project planAs part of its effort to gear up for a higher-tempo role in defence production, a total of 111 technology projects have been identified by HAL in the areas of design, manufacture, avionics and material to support indigenisation and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Make in India' campaign.
-
January 28, 2015
AMCA announcement at Aero India 2015?Hectic activity at the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bengaluru suggests that there could be news to share on the indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) fifth generation multirole stealth fighter programme.
-
January 28, 2015
Aero India spotlight on LCA Tejas Mk.2With the first production series LCA Tejas Mk.1 handed over to the IAF, and with more in the pipeline this year for squadron service first in Bengaluru and then Sulur in Tamil Nadu, this year's Aero India will fix the spotlight on the LCA Mk.2.
-
January 28, 2015
HAL's LCH speeds towards September IOC targetHAL's Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) aims at initial operational clearance by September this year, and will be one of the star attractions at Aero India this year where at least two technology demonstrators of the three are expected to fly.
-
January 28, 2015
DRDO's new wheeled UAV to star at Aero IndiaThe DRDO is hoping to show off its new wheeled UAV 'Panchi' at Aero India. The newest variant of the in-service Nishant surveillance drone, the Panchi has been developed with joint Indian Air Force and Army requirements in mind.
-
January 28, 2015
Navy wants comprehensive Aviation Management System, calls for consultancyThe Indian Navy has announced interest in engaging consultants from India to help create a comprehensive naval aviation management system (NAMS) to handle...
-
November 24, 2014
Parrikar To Revamp How DAC WorksThe MoD's apex Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), usually the last MoD stop proposals or deals pass through before clearance by the Cabinet Committee on Security, could function very differently in the future. Chairing his first meeting of the DAC on November 22, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar has called for more frequent meetings (the current default is once a month or less) with more focused agenda items, which would allow the council more time to discuss each item before according necessary approvals.
-
November 24, 2014
Obama Coming, Indo-US Copter Deals Imminent?U.S. President Barack Obama's consent to be chief guest at India's Republic Day 2015 celebrations has sparked word that some pending Indo-US defence deals could be cleared before his arrival in New Delhi.
-
November 24, 2014
Akash Blasts Through Training User TestsThe indigenous Akash SAM system, already in service with the Indian Air Force and Indian Army, has just completed a high-tempo series of training user trials with a high degree of success and satisfaction to the end user.
-
November 24, 2014
Bharat Dynamics Prepares For Big LeapIndia's only manufacturer of missiles, Bharat Dynamics Ltd, has scouted two new locations to set up new units with upgraded infrastructure in preparation for new contracts - these include prospective manufacture of the Indo-Israeli LRSAM & MRSAM, a likely SRSAM and the VSHORADS system currently still in the competitive trials phase between Russia, Sweden and France.
-
November 24, 2014
MIDHANI Scouts Govt support for new steel hubKeeping China's growing prowess and massive appetite for steel in mind, Defence PSU Mishra Dhatu Nigam Ltd (Midhani) has approached the MoD's Department of Defence Production to seek investment of 500 crore for a greenfield advanced steel forge that will offset the huge consumption pressure China exerts in the region.
-
November 18, 2014SPECIAL REPORT
Minister Parrikar 'Deals' A New MantraTransparency, efficiency and accountability are the stated touchstones for defence procurement under India's new Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar.
-
November 15, 2014
LCH TD3 first flightWith the first two technology demonstrators of the indigenous LCH logging about 388 flights and 285 hours, and with the third technology demonstrator taking to the air, HAL will be speeding towards getting the TD4 ready.
-
November 3, 2014
Fresh 197 light RSH chopper bids invitedWill the Indian Army and IAF finally get the light helicopters they so desperately need, to augment and replace their obsolescent fleet of Cheetah and Chetak LUHs? After cancelling the Reconnaissance & Surveillance Helicopter (RSH) helicopter...
-
November 3, 2014
IAF floats tender for 32,000 assault riflesThe Indian Air Force has floated a tender for the procurement of 32,000 assault rifles under the Buy & Make (Indian) route using an Indian partner. The IAF has stipulated that the assault rifles should be compact, foldable, easy to carry, handle, operate, simple to maintain and with high effective range.
-
October 20, 2014
Nirbhay success catches world attentionThe DRDO's Aeronatical Development Establishment (ADE) is looking to conduct manned aircraft flight trials of DGPS (differential GPS) for the Rustom I unmanned air system using an assisted take-off/landing system (ATOL) feeding off the GAGAN geo-navaigation system.
-
October 20, 2014
Naval utility helicopter tender scrapped, made biggerFollowing the recent cancellation of the 197 reconnaissance & surveillance helicopter (RSH) competition, the MoD has followed up by cancelling the 56 naval utility helicopter (NUH) tender as well, and refloating it as a similar 'Buy & Make (Indian)' competition for 100 helicopters.
-
October 20, 2014
NAL mini UAVs demonstrated to CRPF & NSGThe CRPF and National Security Guard have expressed interest in NAL's SlyBird and Pushpak micro air vehicles for over-the-hill surveillance and intelligence gathering.
-
October 20, 2014
Su-30 crash raises fly-by-wire scare againThe crash of a Su-30 MKI heavy fighter last week near the Lohegaon air base in Pune has once again raised concerns about the aircraft's fly by wire (FBW) system that first came to the attention of the IAF between 20011-12.
-
October 20, 2014
DRDO's new target: No missile imports from 2022The success of the Nirbhay has instilled fresh confidence in the DRDO to set an ambitious new target. DRDO chief, and therefore the country's seniormost missile scientist, Dr Avinash Chander said on Saturday at the IIT Bhubaneshwar...
-
October 20, 2014
IAF for new sub-machine carbines for Garud teamsThe Indian Air Force is looking to purchase approximately 1500-1900 sub machine carbines for its Garud commando units. The IAF wants a modern light weight Sub Machine Carbine with "effective handling, high accuracy and simple maintenance".
-
October 6, 2014
Flight trials for GAGAN-aided Take-off/Landing SystemThe DRDO's Aeronatical Development Establishment (ADE) is looking to conduct manned aircraft flight trials of DGPS (differential GPS) for the Rustom I unmanned air system using an assisted take-off/landing system (ATOL) feeding off the GAGAN geo-navaigation system.
-
October 6, 2014
IAF Chief Expresses Faith In Tejas Month After Talking ToughA month after mincing no words during a visit to the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in Bangalore for a first-hand review of the LCA Tejas project, Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha on Saturday professed faith that the indigenous jet would soon surmount the considerable hurdles before it.
-
October 6, 2014
Second LCA Navy Prototype Ready To FlyThe second prototype of the LCA Navy Mk.1, currently in ground and taxi tests, is ready for its first flight and could take to the air just after Diwali, top sources tell SP's.
-
October 6, 2014
IAF Mirage 2000 Upgrade UpdateBy December, HAL will receive two newly upgraded and certified IAF Mirage 2000 jets, the first of nearly fifty aircraft to be souped up as part of a $2.2 billion deal. Starting next year, HAL's licensed upgrade technology will be in place from Dassault Aviation and Thales Systems to begin upgrading the remaining Mirages to the Dash-5...
-
September 15, 2014
Tender out for snow survey aircraftThe DRDO's Chandigarh-based Snow & Avalanche Study Establishment has published a requirement for one advanced surveillance aircraft to undertake snow and avalanche studies in the high altitude northern parts of India.
-
September 15, 2014
Breakthrough in indigenous E/O sensor techA heartening new indigenous development could take care of India's over-dependence on foreign suppliers for critical electro-optical sensors for surface payloads. The DRDO's Instruments Research and Development Establishment (IRDE) in Dehradun has developed a Stabilised Electro Optical Sight (SEOS) with two-axis stabilisation and an integrated automatic video tracker facility.
-
September 15, 2014
ADE scouts mini flying test bedThe Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), the DRDO's laboratory focusing on unmanned air systems, has published a requirement for a mini flying test bed.
-
September 1, 2014
Apache capability blitzkrieg for IAF as decks cleared for dealAs the IAF awaits contract signature on the keenly awaited Apache attack helicopter deal, it has been given a chance to savour the future of its attack copter capability...
-
September 1, 2014
Indian Army operating from CH-47F ChinookThe Indian Air Force is keenly looking forward to operating the Boeing CH-47F Chinook. The MoD has cleared the decks for a contract for 15 helicopters, though an internal assessment suggests the IAF may ultimately looking to order another 15.
-
August 30, 2014
Crucial to IAF plans, all eyes on LCA Tejas Mk.2With the Indian Air Force all but officially writing off the LCA Tejas Mk.1 as a fast jet trainer with limited offensive capabilities, all eyes are now on the LCA Mk.2 that will sport a more powerful engine and an upgraded flight envelope.
-
August 30, 2014
Update on PMF/FGFA programmeIndia and Russia will soon sign new $11 billion contract for the crucial experimental design phase of the Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) programme. This follows a series of contracts since 2007, including a general contract on joint design...
-
August 30, 2014
HTT-40 wind tunnel tests by year endHAL has revealed that it plans to undertake comprehensive wind tunnel tests to study spin and recovery characteristics for compliance to FAR-23 (aerobatic category) standards on its HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft by the end of this year or early 2015.
-
August 30, 2014
HAL to accelerate LUH programmeThe scrapping of the 197 reconnaissance and surveillance helicopter (RSH) programme has placed fresh onus on HAL's Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) project that targets a first flight by next year.
-
August 30, 2014
TCAS cleared for Indian Navy special aircraftThe government has cleared the purchase and integration of Traffic Collision Avoidance Systems on the Indian Navy's Tu-142, Dornier Do-228 and Il-38SD aircraft fleets, in a crucial move to shore up flight safety during extended operations at sea.
-
August 30, 2014
Next phase of Aviaindra 2014 in India in NovemberWith Indian pilots flying joint sorties with their Russian counterparts in Russian Air Force Su-30SM fighters and Mi-35 attack helicopters kicking off the Aviaindra 2014 joint exercise on Friday over Russia's Pogonovo and Ashuluk test ranges in Voronezh and Astrakhan regions near the Caspian Sea...
-
August 29, 2014
IAF for 200 light bulletproof vehiclesThe Indian Air Force is looking to procure 160-200 light bulletproof vehicles for movement and operations of small independent teams.
-
August 29, 2014BREAKING NEWS
MoD approves Chinook & Apache purchaseThe Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the purchase of 22 Boeing AH-64D Apache Block III and 15 CH-47F Chinook helicopters for the IAF...
-
August 29, 2014BREAKING NEWS
Bids in Indian Navy MRH to be openedThe Indian Navy has breathed a sigh of relief with the MoD deciding to open bids in the delayed multirole helicopter (MRH) competition.
-
August 29, 2014BREAKING NEWS
Light Helicopter acquisition scrapped, to be re-tenderedFor the second time, the Indian government has decided to scrap the 197...
-
August 19, 2014
HAL reaches out to Indian electronics industryWith several development projects on its hands, as opposed to a skewed order book of license-produced aircraft, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) is making a concerted effort to ramp up cooperation with India's electronics industry, both large firms as well as (and especially) small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to build a more...
-
August 19, 2014
IAF scouts Jaguar DARIN II/III full mission simulatorsThe Indian Air Force is looking to procure 1-3 Jaguar DARIN-III ‘Fixed Base Full Mission' and 1-3 Jaguar DARIN-II ‘Fixed Base Full Mission’ simulators.
-
August 19, 2014
LCA to miss December 2014 FOC deadlineIn yet another slippage, the LCA Tejas is all set to miss its December 2014 deadline for final operational clearance (FOC), and will instead achieve the milestone closer to June next year according to top sources on the programme.
-
August 19, 2014
Grounded Dhruv fleet expected to fly soonThe ALH Dhruv platform, grounded across the four armed services since July 25 when an IAF Dhruv crashed killing seven personnel on board, is likely to be cleared for flight soon. Individual inspections of each platform has taken place over the last three weeks, with concerns raised over certain safety-critical components...
-
August 19, 2014
DRDO scouts long-range sensors for aerostatsThe DRDO is scouting a long range electro-optic (LREO) payload for day & night reconnaissance, surveillance and targeting at long ranges to be mounted...
-
August 19, 2014
HAL for design review of proposed LUH rotorLearning from past mistakes that have spelt trouble for the ALH programme, HAL has decided to go in for a critical design review of the rotor system it has developed for the Light Utility Helicopter prototype.
-
August 19, 2014
Big boost for BrahMos-MWith the BrahMos Block II missile proving itself well during trials in multiple engagement modes, the focus has shifted to the next variants, with the incoming BrahMos CEO S.K. Mishra signalling that one of his priorities will be the BrahMos-M (now, officially the BrahMos-Mini), a compact, but fully capable version...
-
August 19, 2014
IAF contests Russian A-50 buy claimThe Indian Air Force has deflected claims emerging from senior Russian officials at the three-day Oboronexpo 2014 trade show, which ends today, that India is set to order three more A-50 PHALCON AWACS aircraft from Russia.
-
August 19, 2014
HAL scouts integrated avionics tester for HTT-40New details have emerged throwing light on what the cockpit environment of the in-development HTT-40 basic trainer aircraft (BTA) will be like. HAL is pushing ahead with its HTT-40 propeller trainer effort, and has now declared a requirement...
-
August 19, 2014
Saras ready to take off againIndia's first indigenous civilian aircraft, the 14-seater push-prop SARAS could get back into the air any day now. After a five-year grounding following a devastating March 2009 crash that killed its there-man IAF test crew, the National Aerospace...
-
August 19, 2014
BrahMos-A wind tunnel test completed, many firstsThe Bangalore-based National Aerospace Laboratory (NAL) has carried out crucial drop tests of the air-launched BrahMos-A from a Su-30MKI fighter model in a 1.5 m Low Speed Wind Tunnel to "estimate the actual trajectory of the missile at different conditions of the aircraft in a record time".
-
August 19, 2014
5th generation AMCA on backburnerThe Aeronautical Development Agency's concept Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a stealth fifth generation concept, could be placed on the backburner with the Indian Air Force, HAL and DRDO deciding to bring to bear the full might...
-
August 19, 2014
IAF to get 1st EMB145I AEW&C jet this year?With DRDO chief Dr. Avinash Chander publicly stating that the first EMB145I airborne early warning and control platform will be handed over to the Indian Air Force this year for acceptance tests, flight and systems/sensors tests will gather momentum to ensure there are no slippages ahead of operational service from next year.
-
August 19, 2014
HAL reveals new turboshaft engine effort, scouts single crystal techHindustan Aeronautics Ltd has revealed that it is developing a new 1000 to 1200 kW turboshaft engine for helicopter applications and plans to use single crystal (SX) blades in the high pressure turbine rotor section of the engine.
-
July 7, 2014
HAL For Re-Design Of HJT-36 Sitara IJTHAL has published a request for information announcing a requirement for technical assistance from global aviation firms to reduce the weight and optimise the HJT-36 Sitara intermediate jet trainer, essentially a structural re-design of the platform.
-
July 1, 2014
Private test pilots required for AEW&C programmeThe DRDO is looking for 2 fully qualified test pilots from the private sector to speed up testing on the AEW&C programme. With two aircraft Embraer ERJ 145 aircraft fully fitted with the Indian sensors and mission systems...
-
July 1, 2014
IAF to launch mobile air combat game ThursdayThe Indian Air Force will be releasing its long-awaited mobile air combat game, titled 'Guardians Of The Skies' on July 3. Touted to be India's first 3D air combat game, GOTS will feature playability across mobile platforms and will be released by the IAF's Air Officer Personnel in the presence of children, who will be invited to try out...
-
June 9, 2014
Official Top 20 'Buyorities' for Indian Armed ForcesOver the last 10 days, Defence Minister Arun Jaitley has been busy receiving a flurry of briefings from the Indian armed forces chiefs as well as senior leadership on the various priorities for each force, and the guidance they require from the new man in the hot seat.
-
June 9, 2014
DRDO releases offsets wishlist, sets sight on 26 areas, facilitiesWith billions of dollars worth of offsets set to flow into the country on the back of high-value armament system purchases, India's Defence R&D Organisation has compiled a list of 26 critical defence technologies...
-
June 5, 2014
Exercise Garuda-V in JodhpurGaruda-V is witnessing the maiden participation of France's Rafale in an air in Indian airspace. France has deployed four Rafale omnirole jets from the 3/30 Fighter Squadron “Lorraine” to the IAF's Jodhpur Air Force Station...
-
June 2, 2014
LCA Tejas in winter trialsThe LCA Tejas has had an excellent 2014 so far, most recently with three platforms completing a rigorous round of weapons trials in Jamnagar. Equally crucial are ongoing weather trials and performance trials at hot and high airfields.
-
June 2, 2014
Indo-French air exercise Garuda-5 kicks off tomorrowFour Armée de l'Air Rafale fighters will square off against Indian fighters, including Su-30MKIs, MiG-27s and MiG-21s over the Thar Desert in Garuda-5, the fifth iteration of the high-level India-France joint combat air engagement that kicks off on June 3.
-
June 2, 2014
MiG-29K service centre for Indian Navy next yearThe Indian Navy can expect a full service centre for its fleet of MiG-29Ks next year as part of contract provisions. Last year, RAC-MiG signed offset agreements with Indian private firm Basant Aerospace worth $55 million, including a $43 million...
-
June 2, 2014
NAL-IMD deal to joint-produce Dhrishti runway aidThe National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) and Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) have entered into deal to joint produce the NAL Drishti system, a sophisticated transmissometer for measurement of runway visual range...
-
June 2, 2014
LCA Navy back in the air after 2 yearsIndia's first indigenous naval fighter jet for aircraft carrier operations, the LCA Navy, is back in the air and has notched up 20 flights in its log book. After its maiden flight in April 2012 and quick routine of four flights, the aircraft was grounded...
-
May 31, 2014
IAF for 3 spatial disorientation simulators for rookie pilotsWith spatial disorientation continuing to be a serious concern for flight safety and cockpit effectiveness, the Indian Air Force has called for information to procure three new spatial disorientation simulators for young pilots.
-
March 31, 2014
IAF stunned by C-130J Super Hercules crash, L-M & USG offer helpThe Indian Air Force has been stunned by the March 28 crash of a C-130J, the third aircraft to be delivered in a fleet of six that began arriving in 2011.
-
March 31, 2014
Indian Navy pleased with P-8I performance on first op deploymentIt was to scout the site of a tragedy that the Indian Navy had been enlisted for, but it also happened to be the first live operational deployment of its P-8I long range maritime reconnaissance aircraft.
-
March 31, 2014
DRDO announces aircraft competition for AWACS programmeWith its three-aircraft AEW&C programme progressing satisfactorily, the DRDO has formally announced the re-launch of its AWACS programme and has called for vendor interest for the supply of six suitably modified aircraft.
-
March 31, 2014
DRDO revs up for UAV testing season, requires test hardwareThe DRDO is in the market for specialised flight line hardware to support the testing of UAVs later this year, including the Rustom-2 medium altitude long endurance UAV.
-
March 31, 2014
DRDO for portable radar simulatorThe DRDO is in the market for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) portable radar simulator to simulate radar threat situations through generated radar emissions to test the efficacy of in-development sensor/warning systems under the Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL).
-
March 31, 2014
IAF floats tender to 'buy/make' PC-7 in countryThe battle for basic trainers just went to the next level. While HAL has fought hard to keep its HTT-40 propeller trainer on the table for the Indian Air Force's basic training requirement, the IAF has dismissed HAL's reservations and formally called for 106...
-
March 31, 2014
IAF floats RFI on intermediate trainerThe inevitable has happened. With the Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd HJT-36 intermediate jet trainer delayed beyond the IAF's planned induction schedule, a global RFI has been floated requesting global OEMs to pitch their products...
SP's Aviation - Current Issue
