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Rosoboronexport to Promote Advanced Defense Systems at Aero India 2011

The Federal State Unitary Enterprise Rosoboronexport, a regular participant in the air show, is promoting more than 80 items of weapons and military equipment.

Specialists who wish to find full details on the Mig-35 aircraft should visit the Rosoboronexport stand.
There they will also find promotional materials and mock-ups of the Yak-130 combat trainer, Su-35 multi-role super-manoeuvrable fighter featuring design technologies of the fifth generation fighters, two versions of the IL-76MD (one powered with the D-30KP, the other - with the PS-90 engine), IL-78MK tanker, MiG-29K and MiG-29KUB ship-borne combat aircraft.
It is expected that visitors will show great interest in the Be-200 multi-role amphibian aircraft which can be equipped, on customer request, with a set of up-to-date open-architecture surveillance and detection systems enabling it to perform maritime reconnaissance, search-and-rescue as well as cargo/troops transportation and medical evacuation missions.

At Aero India 2011 Rosoboronexport offers its foreign customers a wide range of helicopter systems. Visitors to the air show will also be able to learn more about the Mi-35M combat- transport helicopter, Ka-31 reconnaissance helicopter, Ansat and Ka-32A11VS multi-purpose helicopters. At the Rosoboronexport stand visitors can be briefed on a wide range of aviation armament, modern training aids and unmanned air vehicles, in particular such as the Dozor air monitoring system.

Specialists will not fail to glean information about the S-300VM Antey-2500, Tor-M2E and Buk-M2E air defence missile systems, as well as an upgraded version of the well-reputed Tunguska-M1 air defence gun/missile system. In addition, the information on the Igla-S MANPADS and Strelets control equipment and launch modules developed to fire these missiles will be available at the Rosoboronexport stand.

The Federal State Unitary Enterprise Rosoboronexport is the sole company in Russia authorized to export full range of defense–related and dual-use products, technologies and services. The official status of Rosoboronexport secures the guaranteed state support in all operations. Rosoboronexport is ranked among the major companies on the global arms market and accounts for over 80% of Russia’s annual arms sales. Russia maintains military-technical cooperation with over 70 countries worldwide.
 
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Typhoons Arrive At Yelahanka For Aero India 2011

Two Eurofighter Typhoons of the Italian Air Force arrived in Banglore to showcase their outstanding operational capabilities at Aero India 2011.

This is the first time that the Italian Air Force Typhoons visit India and will thrill the visitors attending the 8th edition of the Indian aerospace exhibition with breathtaking maneuvers and aerobatics of the world’s most advanced multi-role combat aircraft.

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HAL to Showcase Wide Range Capabilities at Aero India 2011

Defence major Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is all set to rock Aero India-2011. Showcasing its wide range of capabilities, HAL is all geared up for Asia's premier air show. The handing over ceremony of Cheetah helicopter to Namibian Air Force, handing over first five Advance Light Helicopter-Dhruv (Mk III, powered by Shakthi engines) of 159 ALH programme to the Indian Army, the mock up of Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) expected to turn heads.

"This Aero India, we will showcase our future products and technologies, our designing capabilities and the excellency we have achieved in manufacturing. We would also use this platform to explore more business opportunities with other countries" said the HAL Chairman Mr Ashok Nayak.

Cheetah to Namibia

The company is all set to hand over a Cheetah helicopter to Namibia. The handing over ceremony is expected to be the star attraction during Aero India-2011. Mr Ashok Nayak will hand over the helicopter at a function at the HAL stall at Hall E on February 09, 2011 at 2.30 pm, to a senior-level delegation from Ministry of Defence, Namibia in the presence of senior officials from Ministry of Defence, from the armed services and Managing Directors and Directors of HAL.

ALHs to Indian Army

Meanwhile, Mr Ashok Nayak will also hand over the first five Advanced Light Helicopters (ALHs)-Dhruv (Mk III, powered with Shakti engine) of the 159 ALH programme to Army Aviation, Indian Army. Additional Director General, Army Aviation, Maj Gen P.K Bharali will accept the helicopters on behalf of the Army. The ALH handing over ceremony will take place at a formal ceremony at HAL Stall, Hall E on February 10, 2011 AT 12.00 noon.

Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)

Painted red and white, the mock up of LUH is sure of attracting huge number of crowds during the expo. The mock-up will showcase the state-of-the art design features of LUH. The LUH is a new generation helicopter in the three ton weight being designed by HAL to serve both military and the civil operation requirements. The chopper is powered by a single turbo shaft engine with adequate power to accomplish high altitude missions with ease. The features of LUH include-four bladed composite main rotor system, main rotor blade folding for compact storage and transportation, four bladed tail rotor system, single engine with dual channel Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) with additional Engine Backup Control (EBC), Night Flying Capability and many others.

Intermediate Jet Trainer simulator

A Fixed Base Full Mission Simulator (FBMS) of IJT will be part of the display at the HAL stall. IJTs are the replacements to the Kiran aircraft, which won laurels for displaying scintillating manoeuvres at various international air shows.

Models

The model of MTA is also at display at the HAL stall. The MTA is a medium-lift transport aircraft which will be manufactured by HAL and United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) of Russia. The aircraft will replace the AN-32 of the Indian Air Force. The aircraft is capable of performing the regular transport duties and can also deploy paratroopers. Apart from the MTA, HAL will also display the models of ALH, IJT, LCH, Do-228, Su-30 Mk I and Hawk.

Light Combat Helicopter flight

The Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) developed by HAL will also make its first flight during Aero India. The second prototype, which will be weaponized will be unveiled too. The helicopter is an attack variant of the HAL manufactured Dhruv, which has been inducted into the armed forces. HAL has an order for more than 150 LCHs to be delivered to the services.

Display

HAL has one LCH and one IJT at the static display and an LCH and IJT at the flying display. The Sarang display team flying the HAL manufactured Dhruvs are also expected to perform breathtaking manoeuvres during the expo. The display of Surya Kiran team of IAF is also one among the displays to watch out for.
 
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HAL LCH Prototype 2 with digital camouflage paint on static display at Aero India

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