SP's Aviation - ISSUE No 10-2023
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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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SPACE | ADITYA-L1
India’s First Solar Observatory Headed to its Destination
By Ayushee ChaudharyThe satellite will be positioned in a halo orbit around the L1 of the Sun-Earth system, approximately 1.5 million kilometers from Earth
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SPACE | TECHNOLOGY
Dual Use Domain
By Ayushee ChaudharyGoing ahead, space for defence in terms of technology is as crucial as is defence of space in terms of security and strategies
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BUSINESS AVIATION | NBAA 2023
Elevating Business Aviation
By Ayushee ChaudharySafety, Sustainability and AAM take Center Stage in Business Aviation at the recently concluded NBAA-BACE 2023
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BUSINESS AVIATION | NBAA 2023
Business Aviation’s ‘Climbing. Fast.’ Sustainability Leadership
By Rohit GoelThe new multi-media advocacy campaign was launched at the annual National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA’s) 2023 Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas
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BUSINESS AVIATION | REGULATIONS
Embracing Change for Growth
By Sanjay Julka, CEO Technical, AR AirwaysEmpower Indian Aviation Regulators, to propel growth and ensure safety for a thriving Industry future
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CIVIL | INDUSTRY
India’s Commercial Aviation Dynamics & Road Ahead
By Ayushee ChaudharyIndia’s Commercial Aviation Sector is firmly on the fast track for a record-breaking growth despite facing some robust challenges
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MILITARY | TECHNOLOGY
Futuristic Weaponry to the Fore
By Joseph NoronhaWhile the true capability of hypersonic missiles and other futuristic weapons technologies may currently lag the hype there is no reason to believe it will always be so
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A Word from Editor-in-Chief
By Jayant Baranwal, Publisher & Editor-in-ChiefThe ‘Climbing. Fast.’ initiative, a new advocacy campaign launched by business aviation leaders at the 2023 NBAA Convention & Exhibition, aims to set the record straight on the industry’s many societal benefits, including its leadership role in sustainability, underscored by a sharp focus on achieving net-zero carbon emissions
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HALL OF FAME
Joe Kittinger (1928–2022)
By Joseph NoronhaThis flight, lasting 13 minutes and 45 seconds from bailout, earned Kittinger several world records: the highest open-gondola balloon ascent, the highest parachute jump, the longest free-fall, and the fastest speed through the atmosphere attained by a human
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LAST WORD
Promote Indigenous Manufacturing
By Rohit GoelDRDO and the DPSUs in India must take the lead and spearhead the responsibility of developing an effective aerospace manufacturing ecosystem in India
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NEWS DIGEST
Boeing, NASA, United to Test SAF Benefits
In a collaboration to strengthen sustainability in aviation, Boeing is partnering with NASA and United Airlines for inflight testing to measure how sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) affects contrails and non-carbon emissions, in addition to reducing the fuel’s life cycle climate impact.
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NEWS DIGEST
Global Jet Capital Amplifies Its Environmental Commitment
Global Jet Capital, a global leader in financial solutions for business aircraft, announced a strategic partnership with Azzera, an innovative provider of carbon offsetting and compliance solutions for business aviation.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
Tri-Services Commanders’ Conference 2023
Tri-Services Commanders’ Conference (TSCC)-2023 (Western Grouping) was held at Subroto Park, New Delhi on October 3 & 4, 2023 under the aegis of Western Air Command. The two-day conference was hosted by Air Marshal P.M. Sinha, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Air Command.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
First KC-390 Enters Service with the Portuguese Air Force
The first KC-390 Millennium of the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) has entered into service at the Beja Air Base. The aircraft meets the requirements set by the National Aeronautical Authority (AAN) of Portugal and includes standard NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) equipment already integrated into the aircraft.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
Czech Republic Selects the C-390 Millennium
The Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces of the Czech Republic announced the start of negotiations on potential acquisition of the new-generation multimission Embraer C-390 Millennium, a military transport aircraft.
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NEWS DIGEST: MILITARY
LCA Tejas Successfully Test-Fires Indigenous Astra
Tejas, Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) LSP-7 successfully fired the ASTRA indigenous Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile off the coast of Goa on August 23, 2023.
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NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
CFM Introduces Upgraded HPT Blade for CFM56 Engines
CFM announced that it is offering an upgraded High-Pressure Turbine (HPT) blade designed to enhance the durability of its CFM56-5B and CFM56-7B engines. The new blade design leverages millions of hours of engine field data.
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NEWS DIGEST: CIVIL
Luxair Orders Four Embraer E195-E2
Embraer and Luxair, flag carrier of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, have signed a firm order for four E195-E2. Luxair has ordered four E195-E2s, with two options and three purchase rights for more aircraft, with conversion rights to E190-E2 as required.
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NEWS DIGEST: BUSINESS AVIATION
Embraer Unveils the All-New Phenom 100EX
Embraer unveiled the Phenom 100EX business jet, the company’s latest evolution from the Phenom 100 series, which has served its loyal customers since 2008 with over 400 aircraft in operation.
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NEWS DIGEST: BUSINESS AVIATION
The New PC-24 is Here
Beginning with new aircraft deliveries in 2024, Pilatus has extended the payloadrange capability of its Super Versatile Jet to achieve a maximum range with six passengers of 2,000 nautical miles (3,704 kilometers).
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NEWS DIGEST
Appointment
Air Marshal Sadhna S. Nair assumed the appointment of Director General Hospital Services (Armed Forces) in the office of DGAFMS on October 23, 2023, becoming the first woman to hold the position on promotion to the rank of Air Marshal.
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