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SP's Military Yearbook 2021-2022
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SP's Aviation - ISSUE No 12-2023

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Issue Features

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    MILITARY | PRIME MINISTER OF INDIA
    Visionary Support for Defence
    By SP’s Special Correspondent

    In a proactive approach to ensure ‘Atmanirbharta’ in Defence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flew a sortie in LCA Tejas, a clear demonstration of his push for the use of indigenous products and technologies in Aerospace and Defence

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    MILITARY | UNMANNED SYSTEMS
    UAV Trends
    By Air Marshal Anil Chopra (Retd)

    Analysing the shifts and challenges in Military Drone Technology and exploring Evolving Trends in Military Unmanned Aerial Systems

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    MILITARY | UNMANNED SYSTEMS
    Drone Revolution in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF)
    By Rohit Goel

    The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) are recognised as one of the most prolific users of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), commonly known as Drones, for military purposes.

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    OEM | IAI
    Heron Mk II: A Game-Changer in Unmanned Aerial Systems

    Reflecting the latest unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology, the Heron MK II has recently joined IAI’s Heron family of UAS, serving air forces, armies, and navies worldwide for over two decades.

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    OEM | EMBRAER DEFENSE & SECURITY
    Wings of Innovation and Excellence
    By Rohit Goel

    Soaring beyond borders with elevated standards of excellence, Embraer Defense & Security is pioneering innovative solutions for the defence and security challenges worldwide

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    CIVIL | YEAR IN REVIEW
    A High-Flying Year
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    During 2023, the aviation industry continued to fly high despite challenges like shortage of skilled personnel, escalating fuel prices, regulatory constraints, and airport capacities

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    CIVIL | TRAINING
    Soaring High with Digital Skies
    By Rohit Goel

    Online training programmes have emerged as a dynamic and accessible solution, offering cockpit crew a flexible and convenient avenue to hone their skills and stay current with industry standards, all from the comfort of their homes or offices

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    CIVIL | HUMAN RESOURCES
    Turbulent Skies
    By Rohit Goel

    Navigating Pilot Shortage in Commercial and Business Aviation will require a collaborative approach by all stakeholders

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    BUSINESS AVIATION | MIDDLE EAST
    Poised for Growth
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    The Middle East stands as one of the fastest-growing aviation markets globally, with an annual regional fleet expansion of 5.1 per cent over the next decade

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    SHOW REPORT | DUBAI AIRSHOW 2023
    A Grand Showcase of Aerospace Excellence
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    The latest innovations and advancements on display, the most thrilling airplanes taking to the skies, sustainability and advanced air mobility developments and significant deals, made the Dubai Airshow 2023, an aerospace spectacle

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    A Word from Editor-in-Chief
    By Jayant Baranwal, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief

    In a significant display of proactive leadership and commitment towards armed forces, security concerns and the associated industry, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent sortie on the LCA Tejas, conveyed a powerful message with far-reaching implications. This act transcends symbolism, carries profound meaning and has a deep impact, touching on several crucial aspects of the country.

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    HALL OF FAME
    Learjet 23: Spearheading the Bizjet Revolution
    By Joseph Noronha

    The Learjet 23’s sleek, futuristic design, all-metal construction and superlative performance practically screamed “fighter jet”. Just like a fighter it could carry out a range of aerobatic manoeuvres.

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    LAST WORD
    Develop ‘Atmanirbharta’ in Civil Aviation
    By Rohit Goel

    Despite the obvious challenges, a concerted push for Atmanirbharta in Commercial Aviation is required for enhanced technological independence and reduced vulnerability, if India truly wants to be a major player in the global aviation landscape

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    NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    Jyotiraditya Scindia Chairs Advisory Group Meeting of Small Aircraft & Helicopter Operators

    The Minister of Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, assured full support to entrepreneurs of small aircraft operators and helicopter services to expand their operations.

  • NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    South Korea Selects the Embraer C-390 Millennium

    South Korea’s Defence Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has announced Embraer’s C-390 Millennium as the winner of the Large Transport Aircraft (LTA) II public tender to provide the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF)...

  • NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Merlinhawk and Vega to Establish a JV in India

    Merlinhawk Aerospace, a 100 per cent Indian aerospace and defence Engineering design and manufacturing company has signed a Joint Venture agreement with Vega Composites (Italy), to establish a Composites...

  • NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Appointments

    Air Marshal Praveen Keshav Vohra takes over as Senior Air Staff Officer, Western Air Command, IAF
    Air Marshal Makarand Ranade takes over as Director General (Inspection and Safety) at Air HQ
    José Gustavo appointed as Vice President of Sales And Business Development for Europe and Africa
    Henok Teferra Shawl appointed as Managing Director for Africa.