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SP's Military Yearbook 2021-2022
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SP's Aviation - ISSUE No 5-2024

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Issue Features

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    SPACE | POLICY
    A Growing & Expanding Sector
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    While the space sector is on an upward trajectory with the Indian Space Policy, FDI liberalisation and the recent authorisation guidelines, the success of these initiatives hinges on a clear legal and regulatory framework to support the industry.

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    SPACE | MAIDEN LAUNCH
    Pakistan Orbiting Back into Space Exploration
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    In a first, Pakistan’s satellite, iCUBE-Q, was launched on May 3, 2024 to orbit the moon as part of China’s Chang’e-6 lunar mission

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    CIVIL | AIRLINES
    Sustainability — A Big Milestone
    By Joseph Noronha

    A steely-eyed focus on sustainability is fundamentally altering the way the airline industry operates. But the pace of progress in both SAF and engine enhancement must be greatly accelerated to make net zero a reality.

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    MILITARY | TECHNOLOGY
    The Future of Aerial Combat
    By Air Marshal Anil Chopra (Retd)

    The battle skies of tomorrow will be shaped and decided by pioneering technologies in aerial warfare

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    MILITARY | CYBERSPACE
    Cyber Laws and Regulations in India — Military Challenges
    By Manish Kumar Jha

    The recent attacks on Indian institutions, including the military establishment, call for comprehensive cyber policies which back the many dimensions of national security. In a new scathing report on coordinated cyberattacks on India, researchers have uncovered a new espionage campaign targeting Indian government agencies. What is needed?

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    MILITARY | EMBRAER
    C-390 Millennium — Expanding Footprints
    By Ayushee Chaudhary

    This versatile and cost-effective medium-sized Military Transport Aircraft is making inroads into new markets across borders

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    MILITARY | HELICOPTERS
    Augmenting the Helicopter Fleet
    By Lt General P.C. Katoch (Retd)

    From Ukraine’s frontlines to India’s skies, a journey through Helicopter warfare and future strategies

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

    After the Indian Space Policy in 2023, IN-SPACe’s recent norms and guidelines aim to further streamline implementation of the Policy, encouraging private sector participation in satellite and ground station activities. Although the policy is not yet a binding law, it has spurred growth, attracting numerous startups and substantial funding.

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    HALL OF FAME
    Bob Pardo (1934-2023)
    By Joseph Noronha

    In 1989, the USAF reviewed the legendary “Pardo’s Push” incident. It belatedly recognised that Bob Pardo had displayed exemplary leadership, airmanship and courage, not to mention creative thinking on that fateful day.

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    LAST WORD
    Promote Sustainable Aviation
    By Rohit Goel

    The ambitious goal of decarbonising the aviation sector by 2050 necessitates a comprehensive strategy. Among the array of solutions, the increased adoption of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) emerges as a pivotal element in mitigating environmental pollution and fostering sustainable growth.

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    NEWS DIGEST
    Gulfstream G700 Earns EASA Certification

    Gulfstream Aerospace announced the all-new Gulfstream G700 has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) type certification, following the aircraft’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) type certification on March 29.

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    NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Sixth Edition of Commandants’ Conclave Held in Pune

    The sixth edition of Commandants Conclave was held at Military Institute of Technology, Pune under the aegis of HQ Integrated Defence Staff on May 7, 2024.

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    NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Boeing Validates Software for Future Manned Unmanned Refueling Missions

    Boeing has advanced its manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) technology using a digital F/A-18 Super Hornet and MQ-25 Stingray.

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    NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Boeing T-7A Red Hawk Triples Progress

    The Boeing T-7A Red Hawk achieved three recent milestones, propelling the advanced pilot trainer for the US Air Force forward.

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    NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    Boeing Awarded Contract for Seven MH-139A Helicopters

    The US Air Force has awarded Boeing a $178M contract to produce seven MH-139A aircraft and provide sustainment and training support. This order brings the total number of aircraft under contract to 26.

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    NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
    GA-ASI Mojave in a Live-Fire Demonstration

    General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) confirmed that its Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) destroyed static targets in live-fire tests on April 13, 2024, validating the system’s battlefield relevance and recording another milestone for the demonstrator aircraft.

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    NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    Boeing ecoDemonstrator to Test Technologies

    Boeing is testing three dozen technologies on its ecoDemonstrator programme focused on strengthening operational efficiency and sustainability in cabin interiors, one of the most challenging parts of recycling an airplane.

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    NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    LOT Polish Airlines to Add Three Embraer E195-E2s

    LOT Polish Airlines will add the Embraer E195-E2 to their fleet to enhance operational flexibility and accommodate network expansion.

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    NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    Embraer Delivers 1800th E-Jet

    Embraer has reached a new delivery milestone on the world’s preferred small narrowbody aircraft programme; the delivery of the 1800th E-Jet production aircraft.

  • NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    Boeing Announces the Winners of its Ninth National Aeromodelling Competition

    Boeing announced the winners of the ninth annual Boeing National Aeromodelling Competition, one of India’s largest and most popular aeromodelling programs.

  • NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    ATR Announces Sale of 10 ATR 72-600 to Avation

    ATR announced the signature of a firm order for 10 ATR 72-600 with Avation PLC. Deliveries are scheduled between 2025 and 2028, showcasing Avation’s long-term vision and confidence in the relevance of ATR’s products...

  • NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
    EVE Air on Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility Public-Private Committee

    Eve Air Mobility has been named a member of Japan’s Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Public-Private Committee. The committee is responsible to evaluate and make recommendations to the Japanese Ministry of Economy...

  • NEWS DIGEST
    Appointments

    Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor Takes Over as AOC-in-C Training Command; Air Marshal S.K. Vidhate Assumed the Appointment of Air Officer in-Charge Personnel (AOP); Gulfstream Promotes Anthony Newlin to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer; magniX Appoints Reed Macdonald as Chief Executive Officer.