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Singapore Airshow 2016: IAI Receives Additional F-35 Contract to Produce 40 Wing Sets

February 15, 2016, 11:14 am
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) received an additional contract from Lockheed Martin to produce 40 wing sets for the F-35 LIGHTNING II multi-role stealth fighter aircraft. IAI is scheduled to produce more than 800 pairs of F-35 wings, with a potential value of $2.5 billion, during the next 10-15 years.  Since starting production in 2015, IAI has produced six wing sets and is expected to deliver a total of 12 sets during the first half of 2016.

Following execution of the initial contract in 2014, IAI inaugurated a state-of-the-art automated F-35 wing production line, investing in the required advanced systems and technologies to meet the aircraft’s innovative design. Production is extremely accurate and ensures protection of the environment during all stages of the production process. The jets wing’s upper and lower skins are made of composite materials, developed especially for the F-35.

The wing production center at IAI's Lahav Division is renowned for its extensive experience and knowledge in producing wings for the F-16 and T-38 aircraft, as well as aero structure assemblies for other aircraft and customers.


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Singapore Airshow 2016: IAI Unveils the Newest Members in its Loitering Munitions Family

February 15, 2016, 11:18 am
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) unveiled its newest members in its Loitering Munitions (LM) family. IAI is a pioneer in developing and fielding various types of LMs: The most prominent so far being HARPY (an autonomous anti-radiation LM for SEAD/DEAD missions) and HAROP, an Electro-Optical/Infra-Red (EO/IR)-guided, man-in-the-loop LM, designed to locate, track and destroy high quality static and mobile targets. Both systems have been sold extensively worldwide.

The first member in the extended family is the HARPY NG (New Generation), which is designed to counter the newer types of air defense radar threats that have evolved since the introduction into service of its former version. The totally revamped model introduces two major changes:

  • Improvement, as well as extension of the covered frequency band to much lower frequencies, to deal with all types of air defense radars, while still building on the extensive capabilities of the former generation HARPY.
  • Packaging the new Anti-Radiation (AR) Seeker in the more advanced airframe of its stablemate - the HAROP. This repackaging enables better flying characteristics – including longer loiter time, extended range, higher altitude as well as commonality in maintenance and training.


An additional new member in IAI's family of LM's is the Green Dragon, a tactical, low-cost LM designed to provide small ground units and special operations units with significant situational awareness and firepower in a compact envelope.  Green Dragon is a silent, all electric LM with up to two hours of loitering time, during which its operator can collect visual intelligence of surrounding areas up to a range of 40km.

This LM can locate, acquire and dive on operator designated targets with a warhead of nearly 3kg and extremely high accuracy (better than 1 m CEP). The Green Dragon is launched from a sealed canister: As many as 12-16 units can be carried on a small vehicle and launched upon request. The operator has a small tablet-sized control panel and a tactical low-power datalink to the LM. The Green Dragon operator also has a built-in "abort and go around" capability to prevent unnecessary collateral damage or mistaken targeting. The combination of silent operation, long mission endurance, long-range communication and pinpoint accuracy, coupled with secured "in canister" logistics, make the Green Dragon an ideal cost-effective weapon for infantry, Special Ops and other similar users.

IAI GREEN DRAGON Loitering Munition

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Defence Exhibitors Will Need to Shine at Singapore Airshow

February 15, 2016, 11:21 am
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Attendees visiting the 1000 plus companies being represented at Singapore Airshow will find “emerging opportunities, dialogues and technologies,” said Leck Chet Lam, managing director, of airshow organiser Experia Events.

(from left to right) Tan Kong Hwee Director, Transport Engineering, EDB; Leck Chet Lam Managing Director, Experia Events; and His Excellency Benjamin Dubertret Ambassador of France to Singapore

This year’s event will host exhibitors from 50 countries and some 20 national groups, with Indonesia and the Philippines attending as a group for the first time.

Among new international exhibitors is one of Turkey’s major defence institutions, Roketsan, and rapid manufacturing systems provider SLM Solutions from Germany.

Disappointingly there are no significant defence related conferences or events planned with most of the focus on the civil aviation industry. Only the one-day Singapore Aerospace Technology and Engineering Conference (SATEC) had the participation of the Royal Singapore Air Force (RSAF).

The airshow too lacks some bite. Although there are two USAF Lockheed Martin F-22 fifth generation fighters on static display, an Boeing MV-22C from the USMC alongside the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Alenia C-27J Spartan and Airbus A400M, non will be participating in the flying display. The main highlights will be the joint display of the RSAF F-15SG together with a Boeing AH-64D attack helicopter, the Republic of Korea Air Force Black Eagles display team together with a French Air Force Dassault Rafale, USAF F-16 C/D Fighting Falcon and a Royal Malaysian Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKM. An USAF B-52 will trundle past the crowds on Sunday.

France has been selected as the feature country for this year’s airshow and the French Ambassador Benjamin Dubertret stated that 60 French companies would exhibit through the French Aerospace Industry Association (GIFAS).
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Singapore Airshow 2016: Airborne Technologies Details New Solutions

February 15, 2016, 11:29 am
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Airborne Technologies welcomes a new member to its platform portfolio. Originally used for agricultural purposes, it offers conditions to implement the Airborne LINX package that is carried by the S.C.A.R – Pod on a retractable swinging arm. Together with a flight stability kit, a full cockpit, tank armourisation and its ruggedised design, the Thrush 510G is a perfect ISR plattform in support of rough land or maritime operations.

“Due to its incredibly robust, durable and reliable design features the Thrush aircraft is ready to use when others reach their limit,” Wolfgang Grumeth, CEO of Airborne Technologies, explained





Airborne Technologies has recently launched its new camera lift for 20” gimbals. The lift is suitable for any airborne fixed wing platform. It is made of CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic) and is extremely light weight. In combination with its compact design the camera lift is ideal for small cabin sizes and allows smaller and cost-efficient aircraft to fulfill surveillance tasks so far reserved for much bigger and much more expensive aircraft. The gimbal is completely retractable. Due to its discreet ramp appearance this solution is on the one hand perfect suited for covert surveillance operations and on the other hand it is totally resistant to hard weather conditions.

The camera lift is equipped with a self-sufficient emergency retraction system, powered by an independent battery pack. A visual indication shows the crew whether the gimbal is sufficiently retracted to ensure a safe landing.


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Singepore Airshow 2016: Curtiss-Wright and Ultra Electronics Deliver Lightweight Crash Recorder and HUMS Solution for Helicopter Platforms

February 15, 2016, 11:40 am
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Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions today announced that its Avionics & Electronics business unit, in collaboration with Ultra Electronics Flightline Systems, has developed Fortress HUMS, a new compact and lightweight ED-112A compliant Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder with integral Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) capability designed for use on rotorcraft platforms. Fortress HUMS uniquely combines flight data recording and HUMS capabilities in an easy to install and affordable single box solution weighing only a fraction of alternative systems. In a typical installation, overall weight is reduced from 70 lbs. to 13 lbs. (32 kg to 6 kg) versus currently available alternatives.

Fortress HUMS can be quickly and easily retrofitted onto a helicopter to provide a size, weight and power (SWaP)-optimized single box solution for mandatory flight recording combined with a HUMS solution for maintenance, safety, fleet management and supply chain interface. Its innovative serial communications network of intelligent sensors, connected via a single cable routed throughout the aircraft, enables rapid integration, significantly reduces system complexity, and reduces the amount of time the aircraft needs to be grounded for installation.  Fortress HUMS is ideal for use in helicopter applications where operators are seeking to extend aircraft operational life and implement predictive maintenance programs. It can be deployed on both existing aircraft and new builds, deployed as a permanent installed combined HUMS and recorder system for new aircraft construction, or deployed as an upgrade path for customers who implement an initial Fortress Recorder only installation.

Fortress HUMS is a non-invasive, fault tolerant, and compact solution that combines Curtiss-Wright’s next generation Fortress crash recorder with the revolutionary integrated Health and Usage Monitoring System developed by Ultra Electronics. The resultant product will offer full crash recorder capability coupled with a state-of-the-art HUM system that will offer users a powerful yet light weight and affordable prognostic and diagnostic health monitoring system. Fortress HUMS’ algorithms calculate the remaining useful life of components, enabling significant maintenance cost savingsand increasing aircraft availability by reducing or extending maintenance beyond conservative periodic routines.

Fortress HUMS has a scalable and composable architecture that can accommodate up to 60 smart sensor channels (e.g. accelerometers, tachometers, communications interfaces, and auxiliary data acquisition modules). The distributed sensor network acquires all data parameters required for both HUMS and FDR functions. This includes vibration data for mechanical diagnostics, engine monitoring, and airframe monitoring; platform dynamics for rotor track and balance; analog and digital signals for HUMS usage monitoring, exceedance monitoring and regime recognition; and ARINC 429, analog, and digital signals for flight data recording. Fortress HUMS can operate with the cockpit area microphone, HD Color camera, Recorder Independent Power Supply and ground replay software to provide a complete cockpit voice, video and flight data recording capability. What’s more, Fortress HUMS is easy to reconfigure because sensors can be repurposed, added or removed, and then reprogramed without the need to remove hardware from the aircraft.
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Singapore Airshow 2016: Aeronautics Showcases ORBITER family of UAS

February 15, 2016, 9:00 pm
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At Singapore Airshow 2016 on Stand Q30, Aeronautics, a leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of state-of-the-art unmanned systems for land, sea and air, integrating surveillance equipment with network information, exhibits the family of ORBITER UAS, among them, the ORBITER 2, ORBITER 3 and the new loitering unmanned system ORBITER 1K, the latest members of the ORBITER Family. All three systems are suited for land as well as maritime environments, requiring a very small logistic footprint and only 2-3 operators. With cutting-edge, enhanced imagery export capabilities, and improved avionics systems, the ORBITER has accumulated hundreds thousands of operational hours, and is considered a leader in its class.

The compact and lightweight ORBITER 2 UAS system - offering extended endurance and range - can fly for four hours to a distance of up to 80 kilometres. The system carries a multi-sensor camera with day-and-night channels and a laser pointer.  Easy to operate, it can be assembled in 10 minutes, is launched from a catapult, and lands using a parachute and an airbag. Operational even in the harshest weather conditions, it is gyro-stabilized with tri-sensor and zoom payload. Delivering advanced image processing, accurate navigation, and net landing capability for maritime operations, it is easily controlled from a personal GCS.(Photo: Aeronautics)

The ORBITER 1K is a loitering unmanned system. Given a specific waypoint, the loitering ORBITER 1K can detect and destroy a moving or a stationary target. The system can also operate on the base of a given area range: the ORBITER 1K independently scans the area, detects and destroys the target – moving or stationary. In case the target was not detected or in any change of plans, the system’s recovery capability allows it to return to its base camp and land safely using a parachute and an airbag. Launched from a catapult, the ORBITER 1K can fly for 2-3 hours, carrying a multi-sensor camera with day-and-night channels. The loitering system is compact and easily controlled from a personal GCS.

The ORBITER 3 Tactical UAS is a compact and lightweight system for military and homeland security missions, providing an operational range of up to 100km and up to seven hours of endurance. Carrying a triple sensor payload with day-and-night, thermal image and laser pointer, the system has significant tactical UAS capabilities in a mini-aerial platform body. Assembled in 20 minutes, the fully-autonomous, vehicle-mounted system enables static and on-the-move operation. Providing a tri-sensor and stabilized EO/IR payload, it uses a catapult take-off and a parachute and airbag recovery, and is electrically powered for silent covert operation.

According to Amos Mathan, Aeronautics' CEO, "we are pleased to participate and present our ORBITER family of UAS's at the Singapore Air Show. We recognize the importance of the Asian market, and believe that our products are well fitted for this market. Aeronautics has amassed many years of experience in the development and manufacturing of unmanned systems. The company's mini UAS's, ORBITER 2 and ORBITER 3, have accumulated more than 200,000 of operational flight hours until the beginning of 2016.  Today, the company's ORBITER UAS's are being used by 35 different clients all around the world, where some of these clients are considered as world leaders and most advanced ones."
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Singapore Airshow 2016: US Exhibitor Spotlights

February 15, 2016, 9:00 pm
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Arista Aviation launches refurbished BLACKHAWK product line on booth R98b. It has purchased UH-60A helicopters from the US government, and is refurbishing them in its MRO facility. Deliveries are planned throughout 2016 and beyond based on strong interest.

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New Generation Ground Support Equipment (GSE), on booth R72 is available for export. This includes the Universal Hydraulic Test Stand (UHTS) for supporting F-16, C130, F-22, F-35, B-1, B-52, C-130, C-5A/B, KC-135E/R, etc.; High Purity Self Generating Nitrogen Servicing Carts (HPSGNSC) capable of producing gaseous nitrogen at a 99.5% purity level @ 5000 psi with high flow of not less than 30 SCFM; A/F27T-12 Hydraulic Component Test Stand or JEHA MK IV is newly designed to perform all functional and operational tests of new generation military/commercial aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic components including actuators and control valves; and Optional Pump and Motor Test Console (P&MTC) to provide additional capability of testing pumps and motors. Hydraulics International has over 40 years of experience producing cutting-edge aircraft ground support equipment (GSE) including Air Driven Liquid Pumps / Gas Boosters / Amplifier Systems, Electric Driven Nitrogen / Oxygen / Mixed Gas Systems, Hydrostatic Test Pumps and Flowmetrics Products.
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At booth Q75, the Marvin Group, which includes the Marvin Engineering Company (MEC) and Marvin Test Solutions (MTS) is showcasing their full line of alternate mission equipment and innovative test solutions. MEC designs, develops and manufactures missile launchers, ejector racks, pylons, and smart weapon products. MTS will be exhibiting their “smart” O-level and I-level aircraft armament test systems for the maintenance and sustainment of military aircraft and associated precision-guided munitions.

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McMurdo is extending its Search and Rescue Ecosystem with the Asian launch of the SARBE CommLink at the Singapore Airshow. SARBE CommLink is a next-generation digital wireless intercom system that can help emergency response/rescue teams accelerate time-to-rescue with innovative features including superior audio quality, long-distance communications range and unique programing capability. This military-grade communications solution is part of rescue operations and has been specifically designed for use in hazardous missions. This can be seen on booth U76.

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Militaries are able to reduce weight, installed unit count and maintenance/logistics overhead with the Curtiss-Wright/Ultra Electronics Flightline Systems Fortress HUMS, showcased on booth R75. The Fortress HUMS combines an ED-112A qualified crash recorder with sophisticated inbuilt HUMS hardware. This innovative solution reduces installed box count by one and utilizes distributed data acquisition architecture for both flight and HUMS data. These changes mean system weight can drop from 70 lb to 13 lb versus current systems. The scalable architecture is easily re-programed with no need to switch anything out. Benefits include logistics and maintenance savings, improved safety and lower SWaP-C.

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Harris, on booth CS22, recently received $66 million in orders to provide a Middle East nation with FALCON III wideband tactical radios and accessories as part of an overall communications modernisation effort. Harris will provide:

  • RF-7800H, a wideband HF tactical radio that delivers expanded data capabilities for long-range, beyond-line-of-sight environments 
  • RF-7850M, for wideband, mobile ad-hoc networking
  • RF-7800V, for expanded narrowband data capabilities
  • RF-5800H, a narrowband HF tactical radio that delivers data and voice capabilities for long-range, beyond-line-of-sight environments

 Furthermore, the company will provide electronic warfare (EW) technology and engineering services for the Advanced Decoy Architecture Project (ADAP). Harris will provide ADAP payloads designed to lure missiles away from their intended targets with advanced electronic techniques. The ADAP payloads are an upgrade to the existing NULKA decoy. Harris also will provide research engineering services to help advance the Navy's capabilities to meet current and future EW mission requirements.

Under the SOF Tactical Communications (STC) programme, Harris will provide its new integrated two-channel, handheld radio that combines communications and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to address the SOF’s unique mission needs. The Harris STC handheld radio can operate in the harshest environments and meets rigorous requirements for small, lightweight, multiband, multifunction, multi-mission tactical radios. It can be upgraded easily and has built-in backward interoperability to communicate over legacy networks.

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Allied Wire & Cable, on booth R100d, a specialty manufacturer and value-added distributor of wire, cable, and tubing, stocks a large inventory of mil-spec items, along with products from many major American manufacturers. Allied Wire is a distributor who is known to have one of the largest mil-spec, shipboard and UL/CSA electrical wire and cable stocking facilities in the world. The company is known for texporting US brands including Alpha, Belden and General Cable.

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Churchill Navigation, a leader in Augmented Reality Mission Management systems, introduces the
ION, high definition digital video recorder. Simultaneously record 2 channels of HD-SDI video, 1 channel of SD video, audio and STANAG 4609 compliant KLV Metadata. The ION offers playback while recording and live streaming of video to tablets, mobile devices, and datalinks. Seen on booth R80.
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Fatigue Technology (FTI) and Wesco Aircraft have partnered to aid MROs and operators’ readiness for Service Bulletin embodiment, it was announced on booth R96. Hundreds of different tools lists have been identified and parts are on the shelf for Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer Service Bulletins and other Cold Expansion requirements. Wesco has increased stock levels in response to the Airbus Sharklet retrofit as well as other recently released bulletins for the A330 and A340 programs.

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CarteNav, a Canada-based mission system software company, exhibits on V67, announces the release of AIMS-ISR with full radar control at Singapore Airshow. Developed through thousands of hours of operational feedback, CarteNav's AIMS software has been proven to increase mission effectiveness for airborne, maritime, and land-based platforms in a wide variety of missions. The powerful software integrates radar control as well as EO/IR cameras and other sensor feeds into an intuitive, flexible, and networked user interface.

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Singapore Airshow 2016: Elbit Systems Showcases a Range of Technologies and Cutting Edge Capabilities

February 15, 2016, 9:00 pm
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Elbit Systems is presenting a wide array of cutting edge solutions at the Singapore Airshow 2016. Elbit Systems’ extensive line-up and presence at the show underscores the strategic importance of the Asian-Pacific region to the company. Visitors to Elbit Systems’ booth (N65) are able to view a range of systems and technologies targeted to deal with the global threats and needs for intelligence, with a special focus on those relevant to the Asia-Pacific region.

HERMES 900 is making a real-size appearance at Singapore Airshow 2016, equipped with multiple advanced payloads. (Photo: Elbit Systems) 
Elbit Systems is a leading provider of high performance turnkey unmanned systems and solutions, including advanced air and surface vehicles, ground control stations and intelligence management centers. The company's unmanned aircraft systems have earned international recognition in the global war on terrorism and are the backbone of the Israel Defense Forces' and other world leading armed forces' UAS fleets.

The SEAGULL is a new generation Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV),  multi- mission and highly autonomous. The SKYLARK 3 is an autonomous mini-Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS), best suited for battalions and divisions in “over the hill” reconnaissance, counterinsurgency and force protection missions, as well as for use in a range of homeland security and civil applications, such as border and coastal security and anti-terror operations. SKYLARK 3 provides high resolution, high quality real-time ground imagery from within enemy territories or hostile areas without being detected. The sophisticated aerial vehicle incorporates an electric engine which reduces sound signature and enables operating over long distances and at high altitudes. It is easy to operate and does not require any special piloting knowledge.

SKYLARK I-LEX  is a new generation of the legacy SKYLARK I-LE mini-UAS.  This man-portable electric propelled UAS is best suited for organic “beyond the next hill” reconnaissance, counter insurgency and force protection missions, as well as civil and homeland security applications including perimeter security, border and coastal surveillance, anti-terror and a variety of law enforcement missions. The SKYLARK I-LEX is already operational as the standard battalion level UAS of the Israeli Land Forces and has accumulated thousands of operational sorties.

The HERMES 900 Multi-Mission, Multi-Payload Long-Range Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAS was selected by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and offers long endurance, a flight altitude of more than 30,000ft., internal/external payload capacity, and great flight capabilities in adverse weather conditions. The latest generation HERMES 900 provides an expeditionary, long-endurance and cost-effective solution for a variety of air force, navy, army and paramilitary applications.

At the show one can see:

  • SkyFix Family are compact, fully featured, lightweight, high-precision and modular airborne COMINT/DF systems, designed to meet the full range of UAS tactical and strategic mission requirements. 
  • Advanced Multi-Sensor Payload System (AMPS) - optimised for a full-range of airborne intelligence tasks, AMPS completes the cycle that starts with initial gathering of vital intelligence and ends with Bomb Damage Assessment (BDA). 
  • BrightNite is a solution that enables utility helicopters to successfully perform Degraded Visual Environment (DVE) missions in more than 90% of the nights and provides them with piloting capabilities of attack helicopters and facilitates a new level of operational flight.
  • CockpitNG is based on a smart central large area display (LAD) which includes all avionic components in one suite, fully integrated with the helmet mounted and head-up displays. All of the systems' components were developed in a "Multi-touch-Screen" technology, allowing pilots to operate the aircraft in a smooth and customisable manner. This new modular solution can be tailored to multiple platforms offering full multi-mission support for attack, emergency services, training and air support missions.
  • Large Area Display (LAD) is a unique large area display (available in custom made sizes), dual redundant, touch-screen enabled and featuring a wide dimming range for night vision goggle compatibility at low luminance levels. All products in this line are smart integrated modular avionics (IMA) displays that can host software applications from either Elbit Systems, customer legacy software or third-party software.
  • Digital-JHMCS (Digital Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System) is a daily companion for thousands of F-15, F-16 and F/A-18 fighter pilots worldwide. An advanced Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) system, based on new technology developed for commercial aviation, Digital-JHMCS is a plug-and-play system to aircraft installed with the operationally-proven JHMCS, which was launched in 2000 and is in service with over 20 air forces around the world. No aircraft installation or modification is required, only a simple upgrade of the HMD. This allows the pilot to benefit from advanced video and color capabilities in both day and night missions, using a modern, lightweight, well-balanced digital HMD system.
  • mini-MUSIC is an advanced, flight-tested DIRCM system in a single compact and lightweight package easily installed on small and medium rotary and fixed-wing platforms. The system protects small to medium sized rotary and fixed-wing aircraft against MANPADS.
  • PAWS is a family of IR-based (Infrared) Passive Warning Systems that provides a comprehensive, turn-key solution for airborne platforms. The sophisticated IR Missile Warning Systems (MWS) enhance airborne platform survivability by providing advance warning of the presence of threatening missiles and by automatic management of all types of applicable countermeasures available onboard. The systems provide threat information to other EW and/or avionic systems for centralized /Human Machine Interface (HMI) management.
  • Air Keeper EW & SIGINT Solution for Aircraft is a highly advanced solution that provides two significantly critical capabilities in one system: intelligence gathering and Electronic Warfare (EW) defensive capacities onboard the same platform. The solution enables the aircraft to perform missions for the full range of aircraft types, such as cargo, tanker, transport and others.
  • All-in-Small™ is a complete Airborne Self-Protection Suite comprising an airborne unified self-protection system, offering a complete, lightweight and compact EW suite in a single LRU for any airborne platform.  

J-MUSIC is a high-performance Direct Infrared Counter Measure (DIRCM) system for protection of aircraft against heat seeking ground to air shoulder-fired-missiles (MANPADS). J-MUSIC is designed for distributed installation on a wide variety of medium to large platforms, with single or multi-turret configuration. It can also be integrated with various missile warning systems (MWS). (Graphic: Elbit Systems)

In terms of Aircraft Training and Simulation Systems and Solutions, Elbit Systems is showcasing at booth N65:

  • SkyBreaker is a networked multi-cockpit, mission oriented training center supporting a wide range of aircraft types. The system provides realistic simulated battlefield training using all aircraft systems and mission scenarios to enhance all levels of pilot training. The SkyBreaker facility houses a complex networked system designed to provide an entire squadron with the tools to practice modern air combat using SkyScen, a sophisticated computer generated forces (CGF) solution, in a fully integrated military setting.
  • Embedded Virtual Avionics (EVA) for trainer aircraft, can be installed on basic or advanced trainer aircraft, transforming the aircraft into a virtual advanced fighter while maintaining the hourly training costs of a trainer. The EVA virtual avionics suite is designed to shorten the training gap which exists today between trainer and modern fighter aircraft. EVA is manufactured in a minimal integration configuration, thus reducing aircraft integration costs virtually to zero.

Embedded Virtual Avionics (EVA) for trainer aircraft, can be installed on basic or advanced trainer aircraft, transforming the aircraft into a virtual advanced fighter while maintaining the hourly training costs of a trainer. (Graphic: Elbit Systems)

Elbit’s software solutions for the infantry, together with the decades of communications experience of Tadiran Communications, offers extensive, battle-proven expertise for the most intense combat scenarios. At Singapore Airshow the following can be seen:

  • DOMINATOR-Light Dismounted (LD) is a soldier centric solution, based on the vast experience accumulated by the DOMINATOR IICS solution, geared specifically for the tactical dismounted infantry soldier and Special Forces. 
  • ETC (Enhanced Tactical Computers) is an ultra-rugged, battle-proven, high-performance tactical computing unit for combat vehicles. 
  • GRX-8000 is the latest generation NATO Band IV, dual mode  high capacity (HC) mode and frequency radio relay system. The Tadiran GRX-8000 is jamming resistant ECCM, enabling interference-free communications across the battelfield. These radio relay systems are battle proven and in use with the IDF and other armed forces around the globe. 
  • MCTR-7200 is a family of tactical multi-band and multi-waveform tactical IP software-defined radios offering operational versatility for maneuvering platforms and dismounted soldiers. The Tadiran MCTR-7200 family features a uniquely designed software communications architecture, an intuitive user interface and multiple configuration options. This multi-use, single platform contains powerful programmable hardware that offers advanced Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) capabilities along with reliable triple play services - voice, video and data - simultaneously over a single narrowband tactical 25KHz channel, as well as high speed data over wideband channels.
  • PNR-1000 is an advanced Personal Network Radio (PNR) for Infantry and Special Forces that provides on-the-move situational awareness. Ideal for deployed combat units, the lightweight radio integrates high-quality intra-team voice communications with a C4I application computing unit.
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Singapore Airshow 2016: Airbus Defence & Space's Aircraft, Space and Helicopter Portfolio

February 15, 2016, 9:00 pm
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Airbus Defence &Space (DS) presents a Royal Malaysian Air Force A400M new generation airlifter and highlights a wide range of defence and space products for the strongly growing Asian market. A C295ASW anti-submarine warfare aircraft with its proprietary FITS mission system, and the solar-powered, ZEPHYR High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) unmanned system are also presented.

Airbus DS has continuously been a reliable and close partner to the Asian space ecosystem as prime manufacturer (Singapore, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand) or equipment provider (Singapore, Korea, and Japan) for Geostationary and Low Earth Orbit spacecraft. Asia is a growth market for its Space Systems business line, which sees strong demand for a broad range of telecommunications and Earth observation satellites based on the AstroBus-S platform, which are exhibited in model form at the show.

Show visitors are able to get first-hand experience of Airbus Helicopters’ H130, H135 and H145 portfolio on the static display. These light helicopters have diverse uses ranging from tourism and business applications to public services, search and rescue and helicopter emergency medical services. In addition, visitors to the Group’s stand are able to view scale models of the NH90 and H225M military transport helicopters and obtain comprehensive information on the complete product line offered by the manufacturer of rotary wing aircraft.

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Singapore Airshow 2016: BDLI promotes ILA Berlin Airshow 2016

February 15, 2016, 9:00 pm
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The German Aerospace Industries Association (BDLI) and German aerospace companies present the full range of their technological capabilities and top-quality products at the 5th Singapore Airshow. A total of 15 German exhibitors are represented on the 400sqm stand, the "German Pavilion" number 95. 14 BDLI member companies have their own stands to exhibit their highlights.

In view of an export quota of over 60%, economic cooperation with the major industrial nations and markets is crucial for the success of the German aerospace industry. Asia offers excellent prospects for the future, mainly due to the high demand for mobility and the tremendous growth of air traffic in the region. Furthermore, Asia is an important partner for the German aerospace industry in terms of industrial cooperation in the fields of research, engineering and manufacturing.

Volker Thum, Managing Director of the BDLI, said ahead of the opening of the Singapore Airshow: "Our industry is expecting a demand for 32,000 new wide-body aircraft world-wide in the next two decades. 40% of them will be operated in the Asia-Pacific region. This makes the Asia-Pacific region the world‘s largest market." As to the strong presence of the German industry, Thum explains: "Our German exhibitors, which include system manufacturers and medium-sized suppliers alike, cover a wide range of capabilities, products and services. The German Pavilion provides an excellent platform for contacts, matchmaking and business deals between Asian and German companies in our industry."

With their presence in Singapore, the German aerospace industry at the same time promotes the next major event of the international aerospace industry: The ILA Berlin Airshow, which is organised by the BDLI and implemented by Messe Berlin GmbH.

Crucial issues affecting the future of our industry will be addressed in Berlin from 1-4 June 2016. Innovations and the latest technologies will be shown on the ground and in the air. ILA, in the heart of Europe, is an attractive international business and information platform for OEMs and suppliers as well as for professionals from the world of science and research.
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Singapore Airshow 2016: Orbital ATK Features Advanced Products and Capabilities

February 15, 2016, 9:01 pm
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Orbital ATK, a global leader in aerospace and defense technologies, exhibits a wide range of the company’s products and advanced capabilities during the Singapore Airshow 2016 in the US Pavilion, stand Q79.

Participation in the Singapore Airshow 2016 provides Orbital ATK the opportunity to interact with customers within this important market segment and promote products and services encompassing ground, air, sea and space solutions. Solutions include Orbital ATK's ability to upgrade and integrate offensive and defense air capabilities with the Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM), ShotFinder Acoustic Threat Warning System, and the AAR-47 Missile Warning System. Additionally, the company highlights its innovative line of customised gunships that provide allied nations with next generation intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platforms; and outfitted with a variety of weapon systems.

Orbital ATK also displays HATCHET, its miniature precision strike weapon that can be deployed from a variety of airborne platforms as well as the company’s line of BUSHMASTER Chain Guns and medium-calibre cannons available in 30mm and 40mm configurations.

Orbital ATK  showcases its space capabilities through the exhibition of its line of satellite platforms. Specific products on display include Orbital ATK’s GEOStar-2 and GEOStar-3 geostationary Earth-orbit communications satellite platforms, as well as the company’s medium-, small- and microsatellite-class systems primarily used in low-Earth orbit, as well as other specialised space system architectures. These satellite platforms support a wide variety of customer missions in the defence and intelligence, scientific, remote sensing, hosted payloads and commercial communications markets. The exhibit also features ViviSat’s Mission Extension Vehicle, which provides in-orbit satellite life extension service to virtually all geostationary satellites.

Also highlighted during the event is the company’s expertise in providing lightweight, high-strength composite materials for commercial and military aircraft structures that reduce weight, improve performance and lower lifecycle costs. 
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Singapore Airshow 2016: UMS Skeldar Announces Contracts

February 16, 2016, 12:00 am
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UMS Skeldar has won managed services and training contracts across regions including the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Europe, covering sectors comprising border surveillance, cross border smuggling, urban surveillance, and pipeline protection, helping its customers to gather the necessary intelligence they require quickly and efficiently.

One such contract in South East Asia will involve UMS Skeldar providing a six-week train-the-trainer course through key Indonesian partner, Putrindo Adiyassa Perkasa. Incorporating three F-330 fixed wing systems, which can be deployed in applications including convoy support, route surveillance, reconnaissance and direct support, the intensive training programme has been designed to provide operatives with all aspects of UAV management from intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) through to UAV piloting. Beginning at the end of February, the contract will last six-eight weeks.

"The contract with our Indonesian partner is a prime example of the type of service we offer,"David Willems, Global Business Director for UMS Skeldar, explained. "We are not just a hardware manufacturer; instead we provide a total UAV and systems ground control package, incorporating all of the training, management protocols and documentation an organisation requires to gather the intelligence it needs to complete the surveillance tasks at hand."

Further contracts won include a managed services package with the Singapore Police, which incorporated both ISR and concept of operations (CONOPS) training. In this instance, the Singapore Police required the intelligence to be able to create its own concept of operations, which in turn resulted in it taking decisions around what it required in the future.

"We are having significant success with our managed services contracts across the globe," Willems continued. "These, combined with our leading-edge portfolio incorporating both fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft that cover the 3-12+ hour endurance range, mean we are now in a position to lead the industry into 2016 and beyond."
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Singapore Airshow 2016: ASPAC C295 Orders

February 16, 2016, 3:41 pm
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Airbus Defence & Space (DS) has secured its first order in 2016 for the C295W transport and mission aircraft.  Mali becomes the 23rd nation to order the C295 with an order for one winglet-equipped C295W model, now the standard version, in transport configuration for the Mali Air Force. Delivery is due in the second half of this year.

“This order from Mali reflects the C295W’s proven ability to handle the exceptionally harsh operating conditions encountered in sub-Saharan Africa,” Head of Marketing and Sales, Jean-Pierre Talamoni, said

Also, the Philippines Air Force has taken delivery of the third and final Airbus C295 medium transport aircraft ordered from Airbus DS. The aircraft was ferried from the final assembly line at Seville, Spain to Clark Air Base, Philippines. In Philippines Air Force service the C295 will play a key role in the modernisation of the force´s transport fleet and will undertake a wide variety of military and humanitarian missions.

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Defence White Paper I: Lockheed Martin Hopeful for Australian Naval Contracts

February 16, 2016, 3:43 pm
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Raydon Gates, chief executive, said that Lockheed Martin Australia recorded US$253m turnover in 2015 and have forward orders of US$1.1 billion.

Following the internal changes within Lockheed Martin the company will decrease in size from around 1,000 personnel currently to less than 700 when the Information Systems & Global Solutions is divested, but will grow again with the inclusion of the Sikorsky personnel to around 900 prior to any further expansion.

Australia’s F-35 programme is in slow rate production with eight aircraft to be built over the coming year (Australia is still committed to 72 in total). The first two aircraft have already been delivered.

The 18th Royal Australian Navy MH-60R is now in Australia with the last of the 24 ordered now being built in the United States. Said Gates, “ it brings back a dipping sonar capability which we have not had for decades.”

One of the main areas of future business that Lockheed Martin is hopeful of securing should be revealed when the Defence White Paper is published in late February / early March. It is expected to focus unsurprisingly on maritime security for, as Gates pointed out, 96% of Australia’s traditional trade by weight is delivered by sea. Future RAN programmes that Lockheed Martin hopes to participate in include the Sea 1000 submarine, Sea 5000 frigate and Sea 4000 air warfare destroyer.

Andrew Drwiega

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White Paper II: Bell Bonds with BAE to Target Tiger

February 16, 2016, 3:44 pm
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In a thinly veiled threat to Airbus Helicopters’ assertions that its mid-life upgrade will solve the Australian Army’s ongoing dissatisfaction with its Tiger Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter (ARH), Bell Helicopter and BAE Systems Australia have signed an agreement regarding future military helicopter opportunities that may arise within the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Lisa Atherton, executive vice president of Military Business for Bell Helicopter said that the agreement “establishes the groundwork… for future customers of Bell Helicopter military rotorcraft in Australia.”

The executive summary of the Defence White Paper 2015 set the following for consideration:
“The number of attack helicopters must be significantly increased, be ship deployable, and carry air-to-air missiles for self-defence. If problems persist with the current ARH Tigers, and/or increased numbers of these aircraft become too expensive or impractical to acquire, then off-the-shelf AH-64Es, British AH1s, or USMC AH-1Zs should be acquired.”

Atherton said that its AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter will be in production for its U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) main customer until 2021. Should the Australian government see a requirement for the attack helicopter for the ADF, she stated that Bell Helicopter had the potential to increase its production capacity without effecting deliveries to the USMC, or to the Pakistan Army who are acquiring 15 AH-1Zs.

Director Steve Drury signed the MoU on behalf of BAE Systems Australia Aerospace. His company already supports the ADF’s fleet of Boeing CH-47 Chinooks and the Royal Australian Navy’s Sikorsky S-70B Seahawks.

Andrew Drwiega

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Singapore Airshow 2016: Saab Introduces SWORDFISH MPA

February 16, 2016, 8:50 pm
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Saab today announces that its high-performance Swordfish mission system for maritime patrol aircraft (MPA) is available on two new platforms; Bombardier’s Q400 turboprop and Global 6000 jet. This flexibility of platforms, combined with Saab’s mission system know-how and integration skills, means that the Swordfish system can fulfil the widest range of maritime C4ISR and combat roles and missions, according to the company.

Saab’s Swordfish MPA mission system delivers strategic multi-role capabilities. The Swordfish is adept at long-duration patrol or search-and-rescue missions, but can also handle the most complex anti-submarine and anti-surface unit warfare tasks, all on the same mission. Swordfish also provides an effective overland ISR capability and can be easily introduced into a customer’s existing operations and support infrastructure.

Saab’s Swordfish mission system combines proven, operational COTS sensors from several suppliers, with Saab’s own specialist electronic warfare and C4I mission management systems. The advanced and tightly integrated sensor package is displayed on interchangeable work stations with an intelligent degree of automation and system support, meaning more can be achieved with fewer operators.

“We are proud to offer the cutting-edge Swordfish MPA system on a brand-new, high-performance aircraft, which can be a turboprop or a jet. Potential customers are free to select the platform that best serves their operational needs,” Jonas Hjelm, Head of Saab business area Support and Services, said.

In Bombardier’s Q400 and Global 6000 Saab has selected two market-leading aircraft with a firm production base and a fleet of many hundreds in service. The Q400 and Global 6000 are known for their high levels of reliability and performance. With these platforms, Saab’s Swordfish mission suite gives operators multiple domain awareness; from littoral waters to the open ocean, and all places in between. Already an experienced prime contractor and mission systems integrator, Saab now has the platform flexibility to meet the national needs of any customer.

“We have a unique capability in systems integration on various platforms and we look forward to cooperating with Bombardier on our Swordfish MPA system. Saab is perhaps best known as an aircraft maker and we have a deep understanding of how to design and build for the air domain. But never forget our unique knowledge of the maritime domain also; we build submarines, surface ships and a host of underwater systems including torpedoes. This total familiarity with the air and maritime environment makes us the best source for an effective, cost-efficient, state-of-the-art MPA system for the global market,” Jonas Hjelm said.

Saab predicts a steady trend of fixed-wing maritime aircraft opportunities in line with the continued proliferation of submarines. This is particularly true across the Asia Pacific region where more than 100 submarines are predicted to be operating by the year 2020.

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Singapore Airshow 2016: IAI Unveils Excellence

February 16, 2016, 9:00 pm
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) unveiled a new UAV Mission Operational and Intelligence Center (MOIC) to enhance C4ISR capabilities. The company also exposed new members in its Loitering Munitions (LM) family. The company highlighted the recent successful tests of the BARAK-8 Air & Missile Defense System, its offerings in the Special Mission Aircraft and Space areas. More on display are the recently-introduced DRONE Guard – UAV detection and obstruction system, and on the outdoor display the company demonstrates the HOVERMAST 100 hovering system.
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Singapore Airshow 2016: UMS Skeldar Flexing Its Muscle

February 16, 2016, 9:00 pm
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UMS Skeldar is a UAV specialist, covering both fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. Following a very recent joint venture with Saab, UMS Aero became UMS Skeldar as it took over Saab’s SKLADAR range, making it a very big player in the UAV marketplace.

David Willems, Business Development Director of UMS Skeldar, explained that the merger of the unmanned aircraft businesses of UMS Aero of Switzerland and Saab in Sweden has created one of the world’s largest designers and manufacturers of remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS). Operating under the name UMS Skeldar, the new venture includes a portfolio of rotary and fixed wing RPAS in addition to ground stations and software to support aircraft and training programmes. The new line-up, including an endurance range that covers 4-12 hours plus, is showcased at the airshow.

Willems also announced a number of managed services and training contracts that have been won in Europe, the US, South East Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, delivering capability packages to agencies across the globe, which incorporate solutions for border surveillance, cross boarder smuggling, urban surveillance, and pipeline protection.



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Singapore Airshow 2016: Saab Demonstrates Advanced Technology and Innovative Thinking

February 16, 2016, 9:00 pm
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The Asia Pacific region, with Singapore as one of its hubs, is a dynamic and fast-growing market where Saab sees great opportunities across all of its product domains. At the Singapore Airshow 2016 Saab will demonstrate how its advanced technology and innovative thinking pushes the boundries to break through the thought barrier.

"From India to Australia Saab is known as a reliable partner and a source of strategic defence, security and aerospace technology,"Dan Enstedt, President, Saab market area Asia Pacific, said. "We stand proudly alongside all of our existing customers in the Asia-Pacific region, and we see great potential to do new business in many more places. The Saab product range speaks for itself; from the Gripen multi-role fighter to advanced submarines like the A26; from our complete radar portfolio on land, sea and air, to our superior ground combat systems; not forgetting our long expertise in command and control and network-powered defence. There is no other company that can match our range of proven, integrated solutions. We are the partner of choice for smart, sustainable progress."

"Saab has been active in Singapore for the past 30 years, supplying the Republic of Singapore Armed Forces with advanced high-tech solutions like submarines, RBS 70 air defences, GIRAFFE radar systems and more,"Anders Dahl, Vice President, head of Saab Singapore, explained further. "We are proud of what we have achieved here and we will support our Singaporean customer for another 30 years to come."

Saab products and capabilities on show at Singapore Airshow 2016 include:

  • GRIPEN multi-role fighter
  • ERIEYE airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) system
  • Network-Powered Defence Systems
  • Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) solutions with the SWORDFISH mission system
  • Remote Tower air traffic and airport management system
  • GIRAFFE and Sea GIRAFFE surface radar portfolio
  • RBS 70 NG ground-based air defence
  • Ground combat systems (AT4, CARL-GUSTAF, NLAW)
  • Precision engagement systems (RBS15, TAURUS KEPD 350E)
  • 9Air C4I command and control system
The AT4 84mm is featured at Singapore Airshow 2016. (Photo: Saab)


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Singapore Airshow 2016: Boeing Highlights Innovative Defence Products

February 16, 2016, 9:00 pm
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Boeing defence products at Singapore Airshow include the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) F-15SG fighters, as well as AH-64 APACHE and CH-47 CHINOOK helicopters. A US Navy P-8A POSEIDON, two F/A-18F Super HORENT aircraft and a US Marine Corps MV-22 OSPREY were scheduled to be on static display. A US Air Force C-17 GLOBEMASTER III was also scheduled to participate in the show flying display and was also to be on static display.


“This marks a very special year for Boeing as we celebrate our Centennial,” Skip Boyce, President, Boeing Southeast Asia, said. “We are stronger, more competitive and more innovative than ever as we launch our second century. Much of this success is credited to the partnerships forged over the years in markets such as Singapore and the rest of Southeast Asia, where we have been present for almost 70 years.”

Boeing will commemorate its 100th anniversary on 15 July 2016. The company's exhibit features interactive displays, operator consoles for the P-8A POSEIDON and Maritime Surveillance Aircraft, as well as models of the Insitu ScanEagle unmanned aerial system (UAS) and other products. Boeing also has an F-15 Simulator in the RSAF exhibit area.

US Navy P-8A POSEIDON at Singapore Airshow 2016.

Boeing also continues providing innovative and affordable products and services to meet the defence and security needs of customers in Southeast Asia, from maritime surveillance to disaster relief missions. “Our goal is to provide the right capability, at the right time, and at the right cost for our partners in the region and around the globe,” Jeff Kohler, Vice President, Global Sales, Boeing Defense, Space & Security, explained. “And we are ready to help sustain those capabilities through their entire lifecycle.”

A Singapore Airshow attendee tries out the Boeing F- 15 SG EAGLE Simulator.

Republic of Singapore Air Force F-15S

Singapore Armed Forces' CHINOOK helicopter.

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