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Aero India 2023: US Air Force’s supersonic F-35 aircraft joins ‘Aero India’ for the first time Two fifth-generation supersonic multi-role F-35A aircraft of the US Air Force (USAF) were on display for the first time at ‘Aero-India’ here on Monday. According to Indian military officials, this is the first time that an F-35 aircraft of the US Air Force has landed in India. Aero India inducted…

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Japan buys aircraft carrier landing system used by the U.S. Navy

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 09/02/2023 - 14:00 in Military

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) commissioned the Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (JPALS) developed by Raytheon under a foreign military sale contract of $ 8.6 million granted by the U.S. Navy in December 2022.

JPALS, which is a high-integrity differential GPS navigation system based on software and precision landing system, ensures greater safety and greater operational capacity for equipped aircraft.

JPALS allows aircraft to approach and land on ships at sea while operating in all weather conditions and is integrated into the F-35 fighter.

Japan does not have complete aircraft carriers, but is converting two Izumo-class helicopter destroyers into aircraft carriers capable of operating the fifth-generation F-35B fighters that Japan is buying.

JPALS is scheduled to be deployed in JMSDF's JS Izumo in 2024.

Japan is preparing Izumo to operate with the F-35B.

“The urgency with which this contract was concluded is proof of our commitment to collaborate closely with our JMSDF partners, which is fundamental to the call for the 2022 National Defense Strategy to reinforce the robust deterrence in INDO-PACOM [Indo-Pacific Command],” the commander said. Charles Steele, deputy manager of the PMA-213 JPALS program.

According to the deputy manager of the PMA-213 International Programs program, Casey Edinger, JPALS is a critical facilitator of the improved landing capabilities of the F-35B Joint Strike Fighter for coalition partners.

JPALS is currently being deployed on all U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships. Japan joins the United Kingdom and Italy to acquire JPALS, which is currently deployed in HMS Queen Elizabeth of the British Royal Navy and ITS Cavour of the Italian Navy.

JPALS has supported F-35B deployments on U.S. Navy Amphibious LH-class assault ships since 2016 and F-35C deployments on U. Navy aircraft carriers since 2021.

“Taking advantage of existing production resources and historical technical/cost data has optimized the use of declining supply sources, avoided significant price increases and avoided any impact on the deployment schedule,” said John Britt, director of hiring at PMA-213.

Tags: Military AviationJMSDF - Japan Maritime Self Defence Force / Japan Maritime Self Defense Force - Japan NavyJPALSLockheed Martin F-35B Lightning IIaircraft carrier

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Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. He has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. He uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.

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In Pictures: When Ratan Tata scaled Bengaluru skies

Ratan Tata was a frequent visitor at Bengaluru’s biennial Aero India show, which is held at the Air Force Station in Yelahanka. Mr. Tata’s love for aviation is well-known and he had donned the G-suit twice as he flew in two American fighter jets. Here’s a glimpse of the industrial magnate dominating Bengaluru’s skies during his first flight in 2007 edition of Aero India, when he flew an F-16 of…

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Scope and Career Prospects of Aeronautical Engineering in India

Have you ever been fascinated by the airplanes or the fighter jets that fly above us? Have you ever wondered how they’re built or able to fly that high? Aeronautical engineering doesn’t just deal with airplanes and jets but much more including space shuttles. Each one of us has a different idea on what aeronautical engineering is and what scope it has in India. To make things clear, read below:

What is Aeronautical Engineering?

It’s a discipline of engineering which deals with designing, testing and maintaining aircraft related technologies that stay and fly within the earth’s atmosphere and can be used for surveillance, defense, transportation, and research. It’s a complex yet interesting branch of engineering.

List of Courses in Aeronautical Engineering

Aircraft engine repairs and maintenance:

This is a course in which students will learn the working of aircraft engines and ways to repair and maintain them.

Aircraft reliability and safety engineering:

Students will be taught about different types of hydraulic machines and fluid mechanical principles.

Aircraft engineer

Aircraft maintenance technician

Professor of aircraft engineering

Aero-thermal engineer

Aircraft performance engineer

Repair design engineer

Stress engineer

Eligibility criteria:

Any student who has passed 10+2 with 60% aggregate marks and physics, chemistry and mathematics as their subjects are eligible to join aeronautical engineering.

Scope of aeronautical engineering in the government sector: India is rapidly growing and giving tough competition to other countries in the field of aeronautics. Government provides numerous opportunities in various companies such as Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Defense Research Development Organization (DRDO), Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML Limited),Bharat Dynamics Limited reasons why it’s better to pursue a degree in aeronautical engineering in LPU. The scope of aeronautical engineering in India is rapidly on the rise with the governments of various countries and the billionaires in the race to space.

Aircraft system and maintenance:

This course provides practical exposure toaircraft systems and their maintenance.

Airport planning and design:

Explains the principles of patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and copyright.

Aeroacoustics:

Focusses onthe study ofnoise production using turbulent fluid motion or aerodynamic forces.

Introduction to cryogenics:

Students will study about production and behavior of materials at very low temperatures.

Rockets and missiles:

This course will inculcate the knowledge of various materials and tools used in building rockets and missiles.

Satellite technology:

Provides knowledge of the tools involved in the manufacturing and production of satellites.

Careers in aeronautical engineering:

There is a huge scope for aeronautical engineers in India and because of the number of people opting this branch is very low, the job opportunities are very high in India as well as abroad. Some of the careers are as follows:

(BDL),BrahMos Aerospace, Mishra Dhatu Nigam Limited (MIDHANI), Ordnance Factory Board (OFB).

Scope of aeronautical engineering in the private sector:

Various research, transport and aviation companies operating in the private sector provide jobs in India. In private sector, at the start of one’s career, one may be recruited as a junior engineerand then will be promoted along with being given a lucrative package based on one’s experience and expertise.

Scholarships in aeronautical engineering:

Students can avail up to 50% scholarship at Lovely Professional University in aeronautical engineering courses by appearing for LPUNEST.

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Aero Wing Market share 2028

The global aero wing market size is projected to reach USD 20.35 billion by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.98% during the forecast period. According to a new Fortune Business Insights™ in its report, titled “Aero Wing Market, 2023-2028”, the market value was USD 12.52 billion in 2023.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered unprecedented upheavals for the aerospace industry, with supply chain uncertainties and trade & travel restrictions choking manufacturing operations in this industry. The aero wing market growth has gotten disrupted as well, registering a CAGR -17.95% and hitting a value of USD 11.14 billion in 2021, as a result of the upheavals created by the pandemic.

Information Source - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/aero-wing-market-105074 

CPI Aerostructures Bags $8.1 Million Wing Contract from Northrop Grumman

In February 2019, US-based CPI Aerostructures announced that it has secured a huge contract worth USD 8.1 million from the aerospace giant Northrop Grumman. Under the contract, CPI will supply outer aero wing panel kits to Northrop for the latter to manufacture complete wings for its E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. The contract will be a continuation of the company’s long-standing partnership with the US Navy, which uses the Hawkeye as carrier-based airborne early warning and control aircraft. This deal will further strengthen CPI’s position as a leading provider of aircraft structural assemblies in the US. 

Rising Procurement of Fighter Jets by Developing Economies to Promote Growth

National security concerns and a fierce ambition to enhance their defense capabilities have pushed developing nations such as India and China to aggressively expand their aircraft fleets. In September 2020, for example, India formally inducted five Rafale fighter jets, delivered by France to the Indian Air Force. Similarly, in November 2020, Airbus announced that it had delivered 39 jets to China in the first nine months of 2020. This growing demand for jets by these rapidly developing economies has, in turn, fueled the adoption of aero wings. Supporting this trend is the heightening military expenditures of India and China, who emerged as two of the top five largest defense spenders in 2019, according to data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Commercial Segment to Headline the Market till 2028

By platform, the market has been segmented into commercial and military. Among these, the commercial segment dominated the market for aero wings in 2020 and is expected to retain its apex position during the forecast period. This is mainly attributable to the speedily expanding utilization of commercial aircraft by low-cost carriers in India and China.

Based on type of build, the market has been divided into conventional skin fabrication and composite skin fabrication.

In terms of material, the market has been segregated into alloys, metals, and composites.

On the basis of geography, the market has been clubbed into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World.

North America to Hold Lion’s Share in the Market, Forecasts Fortune Business Insights

North America is poised to dominate the aero wing market share in the foreseeable future due to the strong presence of aircraft original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the US and Canada. The North America market size stood at USD 3.95 billion in 2020.

In Asia Pacific, increasing expenditure on defense technologies and equipment by China and India will create massive opportunities for market players.

On the other hand, rising investments in aerospace technologies and widening operations of aviation giants such as Airbus will accelerate the growth of the market in Europe.

Indigenous Development of Aircraft Solutions to Foster Competition

The key players in this market are engaged in intense competition to engineer innovative aero wing solutions, in a bid to fortify their market position. However, an even more exciting trend emerging in this market is the indigenous development of next-generation aircraft components, particularly in emerging economies. This has spawned enormous opportunities for not just the regional but also global market players, pushing them to develop cost-effective wing products for these countries.

Industry Development:

February 2021: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) secured a contract from the Indian Air Force (IAF) worth INR 48,000crore to manufacture 83 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. The deal was formalized at the 13th edition of Aero India held in Bengaluru.

List of Key Players Profiled in the Aero Wing Market Report:

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (The U.S.)

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Japan)

AVIC XCAC (China)

Sonaca Group (Belgium)

Triumph Group (The U.S.)

GKN Aerospace Services Limited (The U.K.)

Airbus UK (The U.K.)

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2 Ukrainian pilots in the U.S. for attack-aircraft training assessment

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet flies past during the second day of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru on Feb. 14, 2023. Manjunath Kiran | AFP | Getty Images Two Ukrainian pilots are currently in the United States undergoing an assessment to determine how long it could take to train them to fly attack…2 Ukrainian pilots in the U.S. for attack-aircraft training assessment

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2 Ukrainian pilots in the U.S. for attack-aircraft training assessment

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet flies past during the second day of Aero India 2023 in Bengaluru on Feb. 14, 2023. Manjunath Kiran | AFP | Getty Images Two Ukrainian pilots are currently in the United States undergoing an assessment to determine how long it could take to train them to fly attack aircraft, including F-16 fighter jets, according to two congressional officials and…

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WATCH: IAF Shares Video Revealing Flying Prowess of Fighter Jets and Helicopters at Aero India 2023

The video shared by the Indian Air Force showcases multiple aircraft including LCA Tejas, Sukhoi Su-30, Light Combat Helicopter, and many others used during the Bengaluru, Aero India 2023. source https://zeenews.india.com/aviation/watch-flying-prowess-of-indian-air-force-fighter-jets-and-helicopters-at-aero-india-2023-2574272.html

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Aero India 2023: Suryakiran made a heart in the sky, then ‘Gurukul’ won the hearts of the audience, see the amazing feats of fighter jets Aero India 2023: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Aero Show 2023 at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru on Monday. During this, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhary led the ‘Gurukul’ formation. At the same time, the team of Air Force Suryakiran won…

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RAF women cannot fly the F-35 stealth jet because 'the helmets are too heavy'

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 07/02/2023 - 12:00 in Military

None of the about 30 female pilots of the Royal British Air Force (RAF) is flying in the F-35 stealth fighter. The reason is the current helmet used in the 5th generation fighter.

Speaking to the Defense Committee, the head of the Air Force, Sir Mike Wigston, said that women are very delicate for the F-35 heavy helmet. Because to transport the Gen III model used by the RAF, British pilots have to weigh at least 68 kilos. Lighter pilots are at risk of neck injuries if they have to eject from the F-35 in an emergency.

The pilots of the new RAF F-35 stealth fighter aircraft, which entered service in June 2018 with the illustrious Squadron 617 "Dambusters", are equipped with an exclusive electronic helmet.

The helmet full of electronics offers pilots not only protection, but also an information package, including cameras with thermal sensors or night vision that follows their gaze, allowing them to "look through" the plane for an almost complete situational awareness.

In fact, the helmet that accompanies the F-35 Lightning II is significantly heavier than that of other fighters, weighing 2.5 kg. Because it is basically equipped with displays that the pilot needs with the information for his missions - including speed, direction, altitude, target information and warnings. Instead of a heads-up display, the F-35 information is projected directly into the pilot's display, reducing the pilot's workload and increasing responsiveness. A camera system mounted on the aircraft also allows the pilot to use the helmet viewfinder to see things under the jet wings.

Parliamentarian Tobias Ellwood, chairman of the House of Commons defense committee, said: "There needs to be a second lighter helmet for women to wear."

There is also a "light" version of the F-35 helmet. With only 2.09 kilos, it is similar in weight to F-15 and F-16 helmets. Lighter pilots could also fly with him. However, the head of the Air Force does not believe in the purchase of the $400,000 equipment. "We would have problems approving it in terms of safety because it does not offer the pilot the protection that the other helmet has now," he said.

Wigston sees no discrimination against female pilots: "This is the minimum weight limit for the F-35, and it doesn't matter if you are a man, a woman or anyone else, that's what applies."

The air marshal also said that, on a case-by-case basis, if the fitness of a female or very light pilot meant that they were more suitable for flying on the Lightning than on the Typhoon, the RAF could consider issuing them a "lighter safe helmet".

Is the helmet issue really the reason why no woman sits in the cockpit of a British F-35? The average weight of British women is 72 kilos, so the 68 kilo limit should not be a problem anyway.

unlike RAF, at USAF the gender issue in the F-35 cockpit is no longer a problem, with the first woman driving the Lightning II for the first time in 2015. According to USAF F-35 pilot Christine Mau: "The plane does not know what the gender of his pilot is. And he doesn't care either."

Tags: Military AviationF-35 Lightning IIRAF - Royal Air Force/Royal Air Force

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Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. He has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. He uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.

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US shows off F-35 in India — Apsny News

Russia is also demonstrating its latest fighters in Bengaluru, but India has made no moves toward purchasing either Two US F-35 fighter jets took part in a demonstration at the Aero India air show in Bengaluru on Monday, marking the first time the latest American fighters have landed on Indian soil. In a symbolic showdown between superpowers, Russia’s latest warplanes also made their Indian…

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US shows off F-35 in India — RT World News

Russia is also demonstrating its latest fighters in Bengaluru, but India has made no moves toward purchasing either Two US F-35 fighter jets took part in a demonstration at the Aero India air show in Bengaluru on Monday, marking the first time the latest American fighters have landed on Indian soil. In a symbolic showdown between superpowers, Russia’s latest warplanes also made their Indian…

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Aero Wing Market Share 2028

The global aero wing market size is projected to reach USD 20.35 billion by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 8.98% during the forecast period. According to a new Fortune Business Insights™ in its report, titled “Aero Wing Market, 2023-2028”, the market value was USD 11.14 billion in 2023.

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered unprecedented upheavals for the aerospace industry, with supply chain uncertainties and trade & travel restrictions choking manufacturing operations in this industry. The aero wing market growth has gotten disrupted as well, registering a CAGR -17.95% and hitting a value of USD 11.14 billion in 2021, as a result of the upheavals created by the pandemic.

Information Source - https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/aero-wing-market-105074 

CPI Aerostructures Bags $8.1 Million Wing Contract from Northrop Grumman

In February 2019, US-based CPI Aerostructures announced that it has secured a huge contract worth USD 8.1 million from the aerospace giant Northrop Grumman. Under the contract, CPI will supply outer aero wing panel kits to Northrop for the latter to manufacture complete wings for its E-2D Advanced Hawkeye. The contract will be a continuation of the company’s long-standing partnership with the US Navy, which uses the Hawkeye as carrier-based airborne early warning and control aircraft. This deal will further strengthen CPI’s position as a leading provider of aircraft structural assemblies in the US. 

Rising Procurement of Fighter Jets by Developing Economies to Promote Growth

National security concerns and a fierce ambition to enhance their defense capabilities have pushed developing nations such as India and China to aggressively expand their aircraft fleets. In September 2020, for example, India formally inducted five Rafale fighter jets, delivered by France to the Indian Air Force. Similarly, in November 2020, Airbus announced that it had delivered 39 jets to China in the first nine months of 2020. This growing demand for jets by these rapidly developing economies has, in turn, fueled the adoption of aero wings. Supporting this trend is the heightening military expenditures of India and China, who emerged as two of the top five largest defense spenders in 2019, according to data released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

Commercial Segment to Headline the Market till 2028

By platform, the market has been segmented into commercial and military. Among these, the commercial segment dominated the market for aero wings in 2020 and is expected to retain its apex position during the forecast period. This is mainly attributable to the speedily expanding utilization of commercial aircraft by low-cost carriers in India and China.

Based on type of build, the market has been divided into conventional skin fabrication and composite skin fabrication.

In terms of material, the market has been segregated into alloys, metals, and composites.

On the basis of geography, the market has been clubbed into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the World.

North America to Hold Lion’s Share in the Market, Forecasts Fortune Business Insights

North America is poised to dominate the aero wing market share in the foreseeable future due to the strong presence of aircraft original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the US and Canada. The North America market size stood at USD 3.95 billion in 2020.

In Asia Pacific, increasing expenditure on defense technologies and equipment by China and India will create massive opportunities for market players.

On the other hand, rising investments in aerospace technologies and widening operations of aviation giants such as Airbus will accelerate the growth of the market in Europe.

Indigenous Development of Aircraft Solutions to Foster Competition

The key players in this market are engaged in intense competition to engineer innovative aero wing solutions, in a bid to fortify their market position. However, an even more exciting trend emerging in this market is the indigenous development of next-generation aircraft components, particularly in emerging economies. This has spawned enormous opportunities for not just the regional but also global market players, pushing them to develop cost-effective wing products for these countries.

Industry Development:

February 2021: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) secured a contract from the Indian Air Force (IAF) worth INR 48,000crore to manufacture 83 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas. The deal was formalized at the 13th edition of Aero India held in Bengaluru.

List of Key Players Profiled in the Aero Wing Market Report:

Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. (The U.S.)

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (Japan)

AVIC XCAC (China)

Sonaca Group (Belgium)

Triumph Group (The U.S.)

GKN Aerospace Services Limited (The U.K.)

Airbus UK (The U.K.)