SP's Aviation - ISSUE No 8-2024
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— Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Indian Navy Chief
Since, its inception in 1964, SP Guide Publications has consistently demonstrated commitment to high-quality journalism in the aerospace and defence sectors, earning a well-deserved reputation as Asia's largest media house in this domain. I wish SP Guide Publications continued success in its pursuit of excellence.
— Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Indian Air Force Chief
Issue Features
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EXCLUSIVE
INTERVIEW | CHIEF OF GERMAN AIR FORCE
‘Zeitenwende’ the Turning Point!
In an exclusive interaction, Chief of Luftwaffe (German Air Force) Lieutenant General Ingo Gerhartz speaks with Consulting & Contributing Editor Manish Kumar Jha, in New Delhi on a comprehensive range of issues concerning German forces’ modernisation, NATO’s role, military acquisitions, and Germany’s presence in the Indo-Pacific building a new era of military cooperation with India.
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | SPECIAL MESSAGE
Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari, Chief of the Air Staff, Indian Air Force
I am happy to learn that ‘SP Guide Publications’ is bringing out a special edition of SP’s Aviation on the occasion of the 78th Independence Day of India.
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | SPACE
Expanding India’s Galactic Horizons
By Ayushee ChaudharyIndia’s space economy is set for significant growth as the nation continues to be a major global player, driven by momentum in the private sector, new industry entrants, substantial investments, and supportive policy initiatives
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | MILITARY
Role of the IAF in Nation Building
By Air Marshal Anil Chopra (Retd)IAF’s global reach to ensure India’s ability to conduct defence diplomacy and humanitarian operations, highlight its crucial role in safeguarding and supporting the nation way beyond the traditional military functions
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | CIVIL
The High-Flying Path to a $5 Trillion Economy
By Rohit GoelA robust commercial aviation sector is propelling the Indian economy forward by serving as a catalyst for economic growth, driving tourism, trade, employment, and infrastructure development
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | RCS-UDAN
Steering Economic Growth and Socioeconomic Development
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe UDAN scheme has been a game-changer for India’s aviation industry, democratising air travel, stimulating economic development, and fostering regional connectivity becoming a cornerstone of India’s aviation strategy
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SHOW REPORT | FIA2024
Driving Sustainable and Advanced Aviation Technologies
By Ayushee ChaudharyOver seven decades of FIA, the airshow still remains significant, underscoring the industry’s collective drive towards sustainability, AI-based solutions, advanced air mobility, strategic partnerships, significant orders and groundbreaking technologies
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A Word from Editor-in-Chief
By Jayant Baranwal, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief“We didn’t have the time to develop something and then have a capability in 10 or 15 years. We need it now, so that’s why we bought systems.” — Lieutenant General Ingo Gerhartz, Chief of Luftwaffe (German Air Force)
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INDIA’S INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL | LAST WORD
Rewrite the Rule Book
By Rohit GoelThe success of the Bhartiya Vayuyan Vidheyak Bill 2024 hinges on the Ministry of Civil Aviation’s ability to translate its vision into reality through efficient administration and regulation.
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NEWS DIGEST
Boeing Board Appoints Kelly Ortberg, President and CEO
Boeing announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert K. “Kelly” Ortberg as the company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 8, 2024. Ortberg will also serve on Boeing’s Board of Directors.
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NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL AVIATION
All-New Gulfstream G400 Completes First Flight
Gulfstream announced the all-new Gulfstream G400 successfully completed its first flight, officially launching the flight test program and further expanding Gulfstream’s ultramodern, high-technology family of next-generation aircraft.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
Successful Maiden Flight Test of Long Range Glide Bomb
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has carried out successful maiden flight test of Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), GAURAV from Su-30 MKI platform of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
Boeing Partners with AIESL
Boeing and AIESL have partnered to provide in-country overhaul services of critical components for the Indian Navy’s fleet of 12 Boeing P-8I aircraft.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
Netherlands to Acquire Nine Embraer C-390 Millennium
The Dutch Ministry of Defense signed the contract for the acquisition of nine Embraer C-390 Millennium aircraft during a ceremony at the Farnborough Airshow.
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NEWS DIGEST: APPOINTMENT
Dror Bar Appointed as IAI Vice President & CEO of ELTA
Israel Aerospace Industries has appointed Dror Bar as IAI Vice President and CEO of ELTA. ELTA’s Board of Directors, headed by IAI’s CEO Boaz Levy, has unanimously decided to adopt the recommendation of the search committee, headed by IAI Chairman Amir Peretz.
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