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The Uruguayan Air Force introduced LET Blanik glider in its academic instruction


(defensa.com) On 22 July, for the first time, three first-year cadets of the Military School of Aeronautics, including one from Bolivia, flew Let the glider "Blanik L-13", 690 FAU enrolled in the first course of Initiation of Gliding of the institution. The flights were performed using classical towing aircraft L-21 FAU 730, which towed the glider to an altitude of 2000 ft. before releasing it. The Blanik joined years ago and was recently tuned in Cordoba, Argentina.



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The Naval Academy vessel of the Colombian Navy ARC "Gloria" continues journey to Europe


Defensa.com) after leaving the Naval ARC "Bolívar" Base in Cartagena de Indias, Training Ship ARC "Gloria" arrived at the island of Horta (Azores) to continue a journey that will take you to the ports of Bremerhaven ( Germany), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Edinburgh (Scotland), London (England), Lisbon (Portugal), Cadiz (Spain), Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic), Roatan Island (Honduras), Puerto Barrios (Guatemala), Cartagena Barranquilla (Colombia), which is training your cruise No. 77.

During this first voyage, Captain Reynaldo Espinosa; Ship commander, decided to change the initial course to overcome the adverse weather conditions, due to the winds and tropical waves from the east, this maneuver forced the sailboat to take a northerly direction towards Dominican Republic, to go around the tropical wave and later put back on track, crossing smoothly known Bermuda Triangle; famous by nitrates from methane which experts believe a decrease in the density of the water and alter weather and atmospheric parameters in the region.

The "Gloria", will sail 174 days and will cover in total 13,087 nautical miles. It has a crew of 149 people, of which 75 are crew between officers, NCOs and Marines; 67 cadets from the Naval School Almirante Padilla, the chaplain of the ship and 6 guest officers, including three foreigners, Brazil, Uruguay and Peru are; and 3 of the Army, the National Police and the Colombian Air Force.

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Infora Limited is awarded to the extension of the life of the An-32B for the Army of Peru


(Defensa.com) The Army Aviation Brigade of Peru has awarded the company Infora Limited, representing EE Antonov (Ukraine) in Peru, a contract for approximately $ 1.5 million for the "Assessment Service technical condition and execution of the special program for the extension of An-32B calendar resource - registration EP-831 ". The works include, subject to the requirements of the Army Aviation Brigade, a review of the fuselage and wings (to detect and repair any cracks, corrosion or defects), maintaining the AI-20DM engines and power plant Auxiliary TG-16M, flight controls and landing gear, as wellas the electrical systems, fire, fuel and pneumohydraulic. Delivering the aircraft - manufactured in 1992 and has to his credit some 5,700 flight hours - is scheduled for within 180 days of the signing of the respective contract.

A few days ago, the Ministry of Defense, through the Procurement Agency of the Armed Forces, canceled the international tender for the Inspection Modernization Mayor and two Antonov An-32B Cline of the Command of Naval Aviation (COMAVINAV) whose contract valued at $ 10.5 million, it was initially awarded Infora Limited. The cancellation came as a starting point a claim AerCaribe (Colombia), which was declared unfounded. However, the Procurement Agency (ACFAA) - despite a technical-legal report that determined that the process and awarding of the contract were properly granted - ordered the cancellation of the contract and ordered back to the stage to be convened reformulating bases.

The Antonov An-32B Cline is a medium transport aircraft designed and manufactured in Ukraine by Antonov JSC, which has a length of 23.78 m, a wingspan of 29.20 m. and a height of 8.75 m. It is powered by two engines Ivchenko Progress AI-20DM, each of 5,112 hp that give a top speed of 530 km / h and a cruising 470 km / h. The roof of operation is 9,500 m. and its maximum takeoff weight of 27,000 kg. It can carry 42 paratroopers, 50 soldiers or 24 stretchers.

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The Spanish firm Casmar Electronics opened offices in Chile and Colombia

(defensa.com) Casmar Electronics SA, specializing in the distribution of material and electronic security solutions, with over 35 years experience and also present in Portugal, inaugurated a new stage with the opening of offices in Chile and Colombia responding to the commitment to growth in Latin America. According to the company, in the Chilean and Colombian markets with a high demand for security solutions for large projects to which it can address its market experience and strategic agreements with national and international manufacturers. Among the solutions for electronic security installations is video analysis, thermal cameras, IP cameras, intrusion systems and integrated security solutions.

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Thales delivered to the Navy of Colombia two simulators under the offset of the contract to modernize the frigates FS-1500


(Defensa.com) The company Thales has delivered two simulators under the offset agreements between the Colombian Government, the Ministry of National Defense and the National Army of Colombia with the Government of France and companies DCNS and Thales. The formal ceremony took place on 25 July during the inauguration of the Centre for Research, Innovation Development of Maritime Activities (CIDIAM), which was attended by the president Juan Manuel Santos.

The package includes 2 delivered by Thales simulators, one bridge simulator 240 degrees, which allows training in the operational doctrine of the future commanders of units afloat units and tactical training of naval maneuvers with the characteristics of the units afloat and docks of the institution, and simulator Combat System (TCMS) for training battle groups at the tactical level, preparing them in simulated operational scenarios replicas of existing equipment of the 4 FS-1500 frigates type misileras Almirante Padilla.

According to Ruben Lazo, Thales Vice President for Latin America, "the ratio of savings in physical resources and the degaste material depicting such simulators in contrast to the quality of training and capabilities of R & D in maritime activities, is quite significant, making the Navy a modern, practical and sustainable institution, projecting itself as a regional leader in training. "The Admiral Antonio José Martínez Olmos, director of the Admiral Padilla Naval Cadet School for his part stressed "These simulators will be vital in the management of knowledge in the naval, sea and inland area; and strengthening the powers of the future officers of the Navy. "

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Rumors on CDF is that Argentina dropped JF-17 from consideration because China won't sell anti-ship missiles as part of the deal. Argentina is going for Kfir block 60 now. Confirmation Mirage?

shen said:

Rumors on CDF is that Argentina dropped JF-17 from consideration because China won't sell anti-ship missiles as part of the deal. Argentina is going for Kfir block 60 now. Confirmation Mirage?

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While the decision may or may not be true. The rational behind the decision is suspect. Will Israel Aircraft Industry sell anti-ship missiles as part of the deal?

Dolcevita said:

While the decision may or may not be true. The rational behind the decision is suspect. Will Israel Aircraft Industry sell anti-ship missiles as part of the deal?

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The Israelis are unlikely to sell either. Or may be the Israeli really want to pay back the Brits for supporting the Iran nuclear deal. But Kfir will be easier to integrate into their force structure considering they already operate Mirage and Nesher.

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Rumors on CDF is that Argentina dropped JF-17 from consideration because China won't sell anti-ship missiles as part of the deal. Argentina is going for Kfir block 60 now. Confirmation Mirage?

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Interesting.

Any links to any kind of article for this yet?

I am going to be very interested in seeing their rational of it is true. I would have expected that they could get the best deal on the JF-17s...but if they decide to go Kfir instead, seeing and understanding their justification behind it will be enlightening on Argentina's underlying situation.

I would also be interested in what could come with those apparently completely rebuilt Block60s. Python 4/5, maybe Derby missiles. That would be a quie potent weapons fit, in conjunction with a new ELTA radar?
Maybe even a Litening Pod and LGBs?