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The aircraft tests, called SIBO-100, were carried out during the inauguration of the official headquarters of Aensa, located inside the airport of Maiquetía, La Guaira.
“Prueba overcome! With national pride we present the SIBO-100, the first aircraft prototype manufactured in Venezuela! Historical event that marks the birth of the National Aeronautical Company”, wrote on Twitter the Minister of Transport of the regime, Hipólito Abreu.
For his part, Ramón Velásquez, president of Conviasa, says that the aircraft carries this name in honor of the centenary of Venezuelan Military Aviation, adding that the test flight was “clean, impeccable, it took off and landed. It’s a plane serving the country.”
Asimismo, explained that the ships can be adapted for “cartography, surveillance and reconnaissance, since flight autonomy exceeds 5 hours”.
Venezuela will soon manufacture multipurpose unmanned aircraft (drones) for defense, announced the president of the Caribbean country, Nicolás Maduro.
“We Venezuelans will soon be manufacturing drones for civilian and multipurpose use… drones for national development, for national defense, made in Venezuela,” the president said on Thursday. He presented a small drone, similar in design to the larger Iranian Mahajer-6.
Speaking during a work event broadcast by Venezolana de Televisión ( VTV), Maduro said that the drones will be manufactured at the National Aeronautical Company (EANSA), established last February with the aim of achieving “technological independence” in Venezuela.
On the other hand, the head of the Venezuelan Executive indicated that EANSA presented two aircraft for pilot training and observation on the same day, both completely manufactured nationally.
In turn, the Venezuelan Vice Minister of Air Transport, Ramón Velásquez, assured that these aircraft have a flight autonomy of five hours however, he did not offer more details in this regard.
Venezuela will soon manufacture multipurpose unmanned aircraft (drones) for defense, announced the president of the Caribbean country, Nicolás Maduro."We Venezuelans will soon be manufacturing drones for civilian and multipurpose use... drones for national development, for national defense, made
Mac Jee, founded in Brazil in 2007 and one of the largest companies in the country's Defense Industrial Base (BID), recognized as one of the world leaders in the strategic production of defense solutions, announces that it is reinforcing its commitment to innovation by presenting, for the first time in the international market, the ANSHAR, its new kamikaze drone.
The presentation was made today, November 16, during the Dubai Airshow, one of the largest international trade fairs in the civil and military aviation sector. Mac Jee explains that the ANSHAR was developed in Brazil as a result of its own investments in Research and Innovation and meets the requirements of modern warfare doctrines, reinforcing the company's product offering to allied nations.
With a name that references Babylonian mythology (Anshar is the god of the celestial horizon), the new kamikaze drone from the Mac Jee Group represents, according to the company, a leap in technology and capacity for the Brazilian Defense Industrial Base.
The ANSHAR reaches a speed of 170 m/s (612 km/h), with a minimum altitude of 10 meters (sea skimming) and a maximum of 8,000 meters (26,200 feet), has a range of 100 km and a flight autonomy of one hour. In addition, the drone supports a maximum takeoff weight of 160 kg, a payload of 20 kg and a fuel weight of 46 kg.
The product is in advanced development and will be produced at Mac Jee's facilities in Vale do Paraíba, in the interior of São Paulo. Mac Jee states that it is committed to developing new solutions that are increasingly electronic and even use Artificial Intelligence. “It is a natural step, we will never stop innovating, always following our strong ethical conduct”, guarantees Simon Jeannot, President and Founder of the Mac Jee group.
“The ANSHAR was developed to fly at high altitude and high speed, with excellent maneuverability and integration of a wide variety of payloads. We use our knowledge and resources to develop a low-cost operational solution, with simplified manufacturing and maintenance processes, to ensure that the Air Forces of allied nations are able to perform their duty with the best results”, says the executive.
During the Dubai Airshow, the company will also be exhibiting its MK series and the BLU109 ammunition, already produced on a large scale, which continues to be the only ammunition forged in Brazil and qualified by the competent international authorities for use in all NATO combat aircraft.
Mac Jee will be present at booth 1064 at the Dubai Airshow, showcasing its excellence in the defense industry to visitors and partners from the international market.
Embraer has signed a long-term agreement with Air Serbia for the Pool Program. Under the agreement, the European airline will receive support for a wide range of repairable components for the two E195 jets in its fleet. The Pool Program currently supports more than 60 airlines worldwide.
“Air Serbia’s entry into Embraer’s Pool Program is an important milestone as we integrate the E195 jets into our fleet. The collaboration between the two companies ensures access to a reliable and efficient support system, enabling us to maintain the highest standards of safety and operational excellence, while optimizing costs and minimizing downtime,” said Miroslav Musulin, Chief Technical Officer, Air Serbia.
“We are pleased to welcome Air Serbia to the Pool Program, a program designed to serve fleets of all sizes, wherever our customers operate. Embraer is ready to provide best-in-class service to the airline with its global network. Our company will provide tools that generate value for Air Serbia’s growth strategy in the region, reducing downtime and optimizing resources for the airline,” said Carlos Naufel, CEO and President, Embraer Services & Support.
Embraer supports airlines around the world with its technical expertise and vast component service network. The results are significant savings in repair and inventory maintenance costs and a reduction in storage space and resources required for repair management, while providing guaranteed levels of performance. Embraer’s Services & Support portfolio offers a wide range of competitive solutions designed for each customer, to support Embraer’s growing fleet of aircraft worldwide and to offer the best after-sales experience in the global aerospace industry.
On January 23, the Air Force Academy (AFA) began its first air training of the year, with the flight of Air Cadet Hilton Maia Lourenço, under the instruction of the General Commander of Air Force Personnel, Air Lieutenant Brigadier Ricardo Reis Tavares. Thus, the Air Cadets of the Artemis Class officially began their air activities in the First Air Training Squadron (1º EIA), flying the T-27M aircraft.
Before this historic flight, there was intense preparation to ensure operational safety. “Air Lieutenant Brigadier Reis had been preparing for this moment for a few days. He underwent his retraining, went through air training and met all the prerequisites. This serves as an example and becomes a catalyst for our young Cadets who are beginning their air activities. Today's instructor can be tomorrow's student", stated the AFA Commander, Air Brigadier General Eric Breviglieri.
During Air Brigadier General Reis' visit to the Academy, the day before the flight, the Leadership Badges were also awarded, an event that symbolizes the importance of training future leaders of the Brazilian Air Force and recognizes achievements in the ongoing process of learning and knowledge exchange.
The Colombian international aircraft brand World Aircraft Company South America (WACSA) opened its distribution headquarters in Costa Rica as a strategic place to sell its aircraft to the rest of Central America and Mexico.
The company offers its aircraft for instruction, tourist flights, executive flights, as well as a fumigation line ideal for solving the problems of the agricultural industry, with economic costs depending on the type of aircraft and its performance.
As part of their expansion plans in the region, they will find a Costa Rican company to represent them for the distribution of units and in this case, their commercial ally will be Global Wings Aviation Imports, led by Costa Rican businessman, Perla Cheves.
For years, Cheves has run his own real estate group dedicated to investing two-year-old roots specifically purchasing and building apartments for sale and rent in the Escazú sector, Santa Ana and the Province of Guanacaste.
“Entering the world of the aeronautical industry is completely straightforward, but having a commercial pilot in our family has allowed us to learn better about the business and dare us to take this step from where our north will be to sell quality aircraft, good performance, low cost and mainly, providing solutions to important sectors for the region”, says Cheves.
According to estimates made by the Costa Rican company Global Wings Aviation Imports, the planes could have an average cost of US$200,000 and since then, all efforts have been made to establish alliances with financial entities that allow the respective financing.
“Our planes will be a great option for crop fumigation. They are safe units, with guaranteed quality and international recognition that will allow the agricultural sector to invest in an efficient and long-lasting product”, assured Perla Cheves.
The launch of the aircraft took place this past Saturday at the installations of the Club de Pilotos in Aranjuez de Puntarenas, west of San José, with the participation of the owner of WACSA, the aeronautical engineer Máximo Tedesco, dedicated to the manufacture of aircraft since then over 50 years old.
Participants could learn from its creator, the MXP-1000 Tayrona model that will be sold throughout Central America and Mexico, recognized internationally for its low cost and fuel economy.
“One of the advantages we offer is that we manufacture custom-made aircraft. The production process of each unit is complete and delivery is scheduled six months after the request”, added Cheves.
La marca internacional colombiana de aviones World Aircraft Company South America (WACSA) abrió su sede de distribución en Costa Rica como un lugar estratégico para vender sus aeronaves al resto de Centroamérica y México.
The Nicolás Maduro regime exhibited for the first time the Iranian combat drones assembled in Venezuela. It was this Tuesday, during the military parade for Independence Day, in Los Próceres, Caracas.
"The aerospace power is presented before you, headed by the Generalísimo Francisco de Miranda No. 8 air group for intelligence, surveillance and electronic reconnaissance, with the unmanned aerial systems of national design and manufacture," exclaimed a voice-over during the official broadcast that was broadcast on national television.
The image showed the Antonio José de Sucre-100 (ANSU-100) drone, originally known as the Iranian Mohajer-2, which were modernized and armed in Venezuela.
Embraer achieves record order book of 26 billion dollars in 2024
A21 Editorial Team / Friday, February 7, 2025 - 03:30
IT IS THE HIGHEST ORDER BOOK IN ITS HISTORY, DRIVEN BY GROWTH IN EXECUTIVE AVIATION AND SERVICES. LAST YEAR IT DELIVERED 206 AIRCRAFT, 14% MORE THAN IN 2023
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Embraer reported that its order book across the organization reached 26.3 billion dollars (mdd) in the fourth quarter of 2024, this being the highest value recorded by the company in its entire history.
This figure represents a 40% increase compared to the previous year and a 16% increase compared to the previous quarter.
Embraer closed 2024 with a high demand for aircraft, receiving orders for more than double the value of the aircraft it delivered during the year. This positioned it as one of the strongest companies in the sector in terms of sales.
The Brazilian company delivered 75 aircraft in the last quarter of the previous year, 27% more than the 59 delivered in the third quarter and equal to the same period in 2023.
In total, Embraer delivered 206 aircraft during 2024, which represents an increase of 14% compared to the 181 deliveries during 2023.
Regarding commercial aviation, the order book reached 10.2 billion dollars in the fourth quarter of 2024, which is equal to an increase of 15% compared to the same period in 2023, but an 8% decrease compared to the same period in 2024.
The business unit delivered 31 new aircraft in the last quarter of 2024 and 73 for the full year.
In business aviation, the order backlog soared to $7.4 billion in the last quarter of last year, up 70% year-over-year and up 67% quarter-over-quarter, marking a new all-time high for the business unit, supported by a landmark contract with Flexjet.
The division delivered 44 jets in the last quarter of 2024 and a total of 130 for the year. As a result, business aviation ended 2024 with an industry-leading ratio of orders received to deliveries; for every aircraft delivered, orders were received for 2.7 aircraft.
Management was able to reduce the concentration of deliveries in the fourth quarter of 2024 and better distribute them throughout the year. Fourth quarter deliveries accounted for 34% of the annual total, while that percentage was 45% on average over the past five years.
In services and support, the order backlog increased to $4.6 billion, up 50% year-over-year and more than 30% quarter-over-quarter. This area ended 2024 with an industry-leading order inbound to delivery ratio of 1.9.
In defense and security, the order backlog amounted to $4.2 billion, up 67% year-over-year and up 15% quarter-over-quarter. The order inbound to delivery ratio was 3.3.
Embraer announced the start of structural assembly of the first C-390 Millennium that it will deliver to the Austrian Air Force.
“We are excited to begin production of the first aircraft for Austria and look forward to delivering this first aircraft to its Air Force soon,” said Bosco da Costa Junior, President and CEO of Embraer's defense and security division.
“The C-390 is setting new standards as a truly multi-mission medium transport aircraft. It offers an unrivaled combination of the latest technology, reliability and low operating costs, with unparalleled performance.”
To mark the occasion, a ceremony was held at the Gavião Peixoto production plant in São Paulo, with the presence of a delegation of representatives from the Austrian government.
The C-390 has a maximum payload of 26 tons, a maximum speed of 470 knots and state-of-the-art systems. It features powerful engines, a large load capacity with a rear ramp and its robust landing gear that allow it to carry out missions even on unpaved runways.
The aircraft can perform military and civil missions such as transporting cargo, personnel and vehicles, peacekeeping operations, special operations, humanitarian support, medical evacuation, search and rescue, firefighting, in-flight refueling and disaster management.
The model entered the Brazilian Air Force in 2019, its Portuguese counterpart in 2023, and did the same in Hungary in 2024. The current fleet in operation has accumulated more than 16,300 flight hours, with a mission capability rate of 93% and mission completion rates above 99%.
In addition to Brazil, Portugal, and Hungary, the Netherlands announced its choice for the Millennium in 2022. In 2023, Austria, the Czech Republic, and the Republic of Korea also selected the C-390. In 2024, Sweden, Slovakia, and an undisclosed customer also opted for the C-390.
Embraer delays development of its E175-E2 model for four more years
A21 Editorial Team / Thursday, February 27, 2025 - 01:00
THIS AIRCRAFT MADE ITS INAUGURAL FLIGHT IN DECEMBER 2019 AND WAS ORIGINALLY EXPECTED TO ENTER SERVICE IN 2021
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Embraer announced that it will delay the development program of the E175-E2 for four more years for reasons such as the discussions in the United States on the maximum takeoff weight limit for aircraft with up to 76 seats.
Reuters reported that in a document filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) dated February 26 of this year, the board of directors approved the additional delay after the three-year pause announced in February 2022.
Other reasons for the new delay, cited by the Brazilian company, were “current global market conditions” and “continued interest in the current E175 aircraft.”
“The company expects to resume program development activities after the aforementioned period, which will result in a new schedule for the aircraft's entry into service,” Embraer said in the SEC document.
Aerotime reported that although the E175-E2, the smallest aircraft in the E2 family, has not yet taken off, the E190-E2 and E195-E2 have been much more successful.
The E175-E2 made its maiden flight in December 2019 and was originally expected to enter service in 2021. It has a maximum range of 3,704 kilometers and the capacity to carry a maximum of 80 passengers in a standard three-class configuration.
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Embraer projects record revenue and growth in deliveries for 2025
Redacción A21 / Friday, February 28, 2025 - 01:00
IN 2024, IT REACHED ITS HIGHEST LEVEL OF REVENUE WITH 6,395 MDD; IN ADDITION, IT CLOSED THE YEAR WITH THE LARGEST ORDER BOOK IN ITS HISTORY
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Embraer reported that for 2025 it is forecast to earn between 7,000 and 7,500 million dollars (mdd) in total revenue and deliver 222 to 240 aircraft.
In addition, the Brazilian company expects an adjusted EBIT (earnings before taxes and interest) between 7.5% and 8.3% and an adjusted free cash flow of 200 million dollars.
Regarding the commercial aircraft area, the forecast is to deliver 77 to 85 aircraft, which would mean a 10% year-on-year increase at the midpoint, and for the executive division they aim for between 145 and 155 pieces (+15% year-on-year).
Regarding its total revenues during the last year, Embraer reported 6,395 million dollars, its highest level recorded and which meant a growth of 21% compared to 2023. Revenues in the Defense and Security area stand out with a year-on-year growth of 40%.
In 2024, 206 aircraft were delivered, of which 73 were commercial (74 E2 model and 26 E1 aircraft), 130 were executive (75 light and 55 medium) and 3 C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft. A 14% year-over-year increase was achieved compared to 181 deliveries in 2023.
Firm order backlog was $26.3 billion during the fourth quarter of 2024, the largest ever recorded by the company in its history, 40% higher year-over-year and 16% higher quarter-over-quarter.
Net income was $352.5 million, almost double the $164 million earned in 2023, while earnings per share (ADS) were $1.91 versus $0.89 in 2023.
Adjusted net income was $461 million in 2024, versus $79.5 million in 2023, excluding extraordinary items such as $112 million in deferred taxes and $2.9 million from the results of Eve, its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
Finally, Embraer ended 2024 with a net debt/EBITDA ratio of 0.1x, an improvement from 1.4x in 2023, and its credit rating by Moody's went from "Ba1" (speculative) to "Baa3" (investment grade) with a stable outlook in December.
As a result, all three major rating agencies now rate the company as Investment Grade (IG), meaning the Brazilian automaker has a very low probability of defaulting on its debt.
HISTORY OF THE LIPAN M3 The Lipan M3 is an Argentine-made unmanned aerial system (UAS) primarily used for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. Notably, it is the first of its kind developed in South America. This UAS features a conventional design with a straight body, dual-arm tail, and non-retractable landing gear. Its operational capabilities include a top speed of 105 mph, a range of up to 25 miles, and a 5-hour mission duration, with the ability to fly at altitudes of up to 6,500 feet. Furthermore, the Lipan M3 can be programmed to follow preset waypoints or controlled manually during takeoff and landing. An advanced variant known as the "XM4" offers improved autonomy, including takeoff and landing maneuvers. The Argentine Navy also utilizes a similar UAS called "Guardian," which sacrifices speed and altitude for an extended range.
The BÚHOs are “Class I Electric Propulsion Unmanned Aerial Vehicle” type systems, intended for low-cost flight training, which allows the execution of operations with the necessary protocols to train SAMIRP operators in the tasks of takeoff, landing, short navigation, use of airborne sensors, failure mitigation and initial adaptation to operation in larger systems such as Class II; additionally, they allow tactical use adjusted to their performances.
They can also operate in principle with an autonomy of 40 minutes and a range of 10 km, from unprepared runways.
On September 27, 2021, the General Directorate of Research and Development (DGIyD) together with personnel from the Applied Research Center (CIA), began the process of delivering to the Chamical Military Air Base (BAM) dependent on the Training and Readiness Command, the Remotely Piloted Military Air Systems (SAMIRP) model AR-1F BÚHO together with their ground control systems, flight support and transfer containers.
Description:
Class I Electric Propulsion intended for low-cost flight training of operators and technicians.
It allows the execution of operations in takeoff, landing, short navigation tasks, use of airborne sensors, fault mitigation and initial adaptation for larger systems (Class II).
It supports Tactical use in surveillance, reconnaissance and intelligence (ISR) missions, adjusted to its performances.
It has the Fail-Safe function, which allows the aircraft to take control of the flight and navigation, previously programmed in the event of a loss of connection.
Structurally built in composite material, V-tail, with a high rectangular wing.
Technical specifications:
Weight: 30kg.
Height: 1mt.
Maximum range: 50km.
Payload: 2.4kg.
Payload (devices): FLIR (EO/IR) Gyro-stabilized
Speed: 60kts.
Powerplant: 6 HP- Electric
Maximum LOS data link distance: 60km
Engine: Brushless
Autopilot
Communications
Control type: RC-FVP-Automatic
Station type: Mobile / Tactical briefcase
Control link type: Expanded spectrum
Fuel type: LIPO batteries
El empleo, usufructo y dominio del aeroespacio, a través de aeronaves, vectores y sensores, por condición intrínseca, posee una dependencia esencial del conocimiento, la creatividad humana y en consecuencia del factor tecnológico. Por ello, las Fuerzas Aéreas tienen requerimientos permanentes...
An unmanned UAV Searcher type aircraft from the Manta Naval Squadron crashed on Friday night off the sea, in front of Crucita, in the province of Manabí, while it was carrying out a flight mission, according to El Universo, citing the captain of the UAV Naval Squadron Command, Fabricio Rueda.
The drone, which is one of the six from the station based in Manta and which has been carrying out missions since 2009 in the fight against drug trafficking, rescuing fishermen and preventing fuel smuggling activities, had approximately 400 hours of flight time and its license plate was AN-251.
After the incident, an investigation board will be formed to determine the causes that led to the accident.
Un dron de la Armada Nacional que realizaba labores de vigilancia marítima, ha caído al mar, frente a Crucita, en Manabí.
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Quito. Ecuador plans to export unmanned aircraft to other Latin American countries starting in 2015, President Rafael Correa said yesterday, announcing that the Air Force is already producing the aircraft and that one of the prototypes has been used with successful results.
The president, in his usual Saturday report, highlighted the program undertaken by the Research and Development Center of the Ecuadorian Air Force (FAE) and indicated that “it is a first and very important step” that will allow the country to mass produce unmanned aircraft starting next year.
Correa, who last week visited the FAE unit in the Andean city of Ambato, where the prototypes were developed, recalled that at the beginning of his government, in 2007, he had to buy six unmanned aircraft from Israel to strengthen air surveillance in the country, at a cost of 20 million dollars.
According to the president, the cost of an unmanned aircraft purchased from Israel would be equivalent to six built by the FAE.
The president said that he has pressured the FAE research center so that “in a year this unmanned aircraft is already at a commercial level”, with which Ecuador will become “an exporter of these aircraft, at least, at the level of the Latin American region”.
The operating cost of this type of aircraft is “much lower” than that of manned aircraft and, with the use of FAE prototypes, “great successes” have been achieved, such as the detection of illegal ships in the ocean, he added.
It is expected that the country, in a year, will have the capacity to “produce in series” the unmanned aircraft, which will also mean strengthening the national strategy of “diversification of the productive matrix”, said the president. According to Correa, the goal will be that the development of this type of aircraft will lead the national aeronautical industry to develop manned aircraft in the future. A report from the FAE Research and Development Center states that Gavilán, the name of the first unmanned aircraft system built in the country, has the ability to transmit video and photography in real time, and has an automatic tracker and an optical zoom camera. The device has a flight autonomy of seven hours and has been built with carbon fiber and wood, according to Edgar Jaramillo, director of the center. Efe.
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Ecuador now has the first unmanned aerial system built entirely by Ecuadorian hands. After five years of research by the personnel of the Ecuadorian Air Force (FAE), it is now operational as a final prototype, Gavilán, as this unmanned aircraft made of carbon fiber and wood was named.
One of the main projects of the Colombian Ministry of Defense, the unmanned aerial system (UAS) Quimbaya, 100 percent Colombian military technology, is about to conclude operational tests to begin surveillance, border control, and crime-fighting missions.
“The system is currently in the fourth phase. We are finishing tests […] of military integration and operation with the Colombian Air Force [FAC],” FAC Major Omar Salas, who manages the UAS Quimbaya project, told Diálogo. “We hope that in the second half [of 2022] we will be doing tests in laboratories and on the system. By year end we will have aeronautical certification for the operational system,” he said. In 2021 the FAC conducted flight tests with satisfactory results.
The UAS, developed by the Ministry of Defense, together with the FAC and the Colombian Aeronautical Industry Corporation (CIAC), takes its name from a pre-Columbian ethnic group known for its production of high quality and beautiful gold pieces, the FAC said.
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The ground control station of the UAS Quimbaya was designed following NATO standards, with four command posts. (Photo: Colombian Air Force)
According to the FAC, the Quimbaya will have an impact on military intelligence missions, zone reconnaissance, border surveillance, and road and maritime control, and support the fight against transnational threats, narcotrafficking, and illegal mining. The UAS will also conduct surveillance and reconnaissance of the country’s critical infrastructure, as well as cartographic mapping and aerial imagery.
“We’ve been working on this project for almost seven years, now we see it operational and practically […] completed,” Maj. Salas said. “This military technology in aviation puts Colombia at the forefront, along with Mexico and Brazil, with the capability to generate military guidance and control technology.”
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The system has two air vehicles, a control station abiding by North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) standards, and communications antennas. Each unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is composed of two sensors and two cameras for day, night, and automatic navigation operations. It can also be configured, Maj. Salas added.
This fixed-wing drone can fly for more than 8 hours, reach up to 100 km/h, and weighs 70 kilograms. It is 4.5 meters long and has a wingspan of 5 m, according to the CIAC.
“The Quimbaya is going to allow us to have visibility, surveillance, and reconnaissance in those [critical areas where illegal groups operate] at lower costs than we currently have,” Maj. Salas said.
Colombian models
Colombia has been working on the design and development of other types of UAVs, based on the armed forces’ operational experiences, for the security, civil, and commercial sectors, Argentine magazine Pucará Defensa reported.
One of them is the Coelum drone, which is portable and easy to transport, weighs 5 kg, has an autonomy of 60 to 90 minutes, and a range of 15 km (which can be extended). The drone can identify situations around troops that are not discernible with the naked eye, the magazine reported.
According to Colombian daily El Tiempo, the Colombian military already had other drones such as the Israeli-made Hermes 450 and Hermes 900, as well as the U.S. Boeing Insitu ScanEagle for patrolling and locating high-value targets.
Long term
Once the functional testing phase is completed, the FAC will be the first operator of the Quimbaya. The National Police plans to use it for border and road surveillance. The National Navy will use it beyond the coasts to monitor the Caribbean and the Pacific, Maj. Salas said.
“In the long term, with the capabilities we have, we are already assessing and validating the possible development of a strategic system, a much larger aircraft [Hermes 900 type] that has satellite capabilities and links, which would allow us to fly all over Colombia connected by satellite,” Maj. Salas concluded.
One of the main projects of the Colombian Ministry of Defense, the unmanned aerial system (UAS) Quimbaya, 100 percent Colombian military technology, is about to conclude operational tests to begin surveillance, border control, and crime-fighting missions.
Today, the Chilean Air Force (FACh) held the launching ceremony of its Pillan II training system project.
The ceremony, which was attended by the Chilean Minister of Defense, Mrs. Maya Fernandez Allende and the Commander in Chief of the FACh, Air General Arturo Merino Nuñez, took place at the National Aeronautical and Space Museum, located at the former Cerrillos Airport. The event was broadcasted live on Youtube.
Although it retains a resemblance to its predecessor, the Pillan II is an entirely new aircraft, with an all-Chilean wing design, a longer fuselage, a cabin completely redesigned to current Glass Cockpit standards and a HUD. In addition, 30% of its structure will be built with composite materials.
The peripherals that make up this integrated military training system include a mixed reality simulator. The student sitting in the simulator will wear a virtual reality helmet, which will allow the trainee to see a highly realistic outdoor environment, while looking into the cockpit, he/she will see the actual instruments.
It will also have a ground mission planning station for the creation of the flight plan required for each training sortie. In addition, there is an automated tracking station, which improves flight safety, and a debriefing station to analyze the performance of each student during their preparation, with processing and presentation capacity of the entire flight envelope, being able to display it both in 2D and 3D maps, as well as the reproduction of the images recorded by the HUD.
Today, the Chilean Air Force (FACh) held the launching ceremony of its Pillan II training system project. The ceremony, which was attended by the Chilean Minister of Defense, Mrs. Maya Fernandez Allende and the Commander in Chief of the FACh, Air General Arturo Merino Nuñez, took place at the Nation
The ALBATROZ, drone, or UAV, from Stella Tecnologia is the big topic, but also the Brazilian AKAER that continues to shine. Also, EMBRAER, Brazilian aircraft, executive jets, Praetor 600, KC390, Russian anti-stealth fighter radar and much more.
Embraer, the leading player in the Brazilian aeronautics industry, is stepping up its presence in Poland with two recent announcements that signal a new stage of collaboration and strategic expansion. In articles published here on DefesaNet, we detailed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Embraer and the Łukasiewicz Aviation Institute (ILOT) for the development of future flight technologies and the visit of CEO Francisco Gomes Neto to Warsaw, where ambitious plans for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance in the country were presented. This article offers a joint analysis of these initiatives, exploring how they position Embraer and Poland in the global aerospace scenario.
Technological partnership: a leap into the future
The collaboration with ILOT, formalized in Warsaw, is a milestone in Embraer's innovation strategy. The MoU, signed by Gomes Neto and Sylwester Wyka, acting director of the Polish institute, focuses on research and development (R&D) in the areas of advanced materials, aeronautical design and maintenance processes. As highlighted in the article about the agreement, this partnership combines the expertise of Embraer, a leader in the regional jet market, with the century-old tradition of ILOT, one of the pillars of European aerospace research.
The objective is clear: to develop technologies that meet the demands of more sustainable and efficient aviation. Gomes Neto's mention of “25 years of engagement” with the Polish ecosystem reinforces that this alliance is a natural evolution of existing ties. For Poland, the partnership raises the status of its engineering, as Wyka pointed out, while for Embraer it opens doors to innovations that can be applied in programs such as the E2 and the KC-390 Millennium. This movement reflects a global trend of transnational cooperation in R&D, essential to compete in a market dominated by giants such as Airbus and Boeing.
Industrial expansion: Poland as a strategic hub
Gomes Neto's visit to Warsaw, detailed in our second article, goes beyond research and points to a transformation of Poland into an operational center of excellence for Embraer in Europe. Accompanied by executives from the Commercial Aviation and Defense & Security divisions, the CEO revealed plans that include manufacturing parts, assembling aircraft, maintaining and converting jets into freighters. The possibility of producing the KC-390 in Poland, with an estimated US$1 billion in investments and 600 jobs, highlights the military potential of this partnership, especially in a context of strengthening NATO.
In addition, Embraer wants to take advantage of the Polish industrial infrastructure — which already supplies components such as seats and auxiliary power units for the E2 — to expand its supply chain. Projects such as a landing gear overhaul center and the conversion of E190s into freighters show an integrated vision that combines commercial aviation and defense. The projected US$3 billion injected into the local economy and 5,000 jobs over a decade, as mentioned, reinforces the economic impact of this initiative.
Embraer and Łukasiewicz Aviation Institute will collaborate on future flight technologies Embraer and Łukasiewicz Aviation Institute will collaborate on future flight technologies
Embraer CEO visits Warsaw and presents plans for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance in PolandEmbraer CEO visits Warsaw and presents plans for aircraft manufacturing and maintenance in Poland
Context and synergies
The two announcements are not isolated: they form a cohesive internationalization strategy. Poland, with its strategic location and growing aerospace industry, is a natural partner for Embraer. As previously reported, the country contributed US$30 million in goods and services in 2024 and employs 1,350 people in the company's supply chain. The relationship with LOT Polish Airlines and the production of 30% of the E2 in Europe (with wings in Portugal, for example) create a solid foundation for this expansion.
The choice of the KC-390 as the military flagship aligns with the region's security needs, while the partnership with ILOT can generate technological advances that benefit both commercial and military jets. This synergy between innovation and production positions Embraer to meet the demands of a changing market, marked by post-pandemic recovery and the growing search for logistics and defense solutions.
Implications and challenges
For Poland, the benefits are clear: jobs, investments and a more relevant role in the global aerospace sector. For Embraer, it is an opportunity to consolidate its presence in Europe and diversify its operations at a time of fierce competition. However, challenges remain. The implementation of industrial plans depends on negotiations with local partners and the capture of contracts, such as those with LOT or the Polish Air Force. The technological partnership will require alignment of priorities between the two organizations.
Moya Aero unveils hybrid eVTOL cargo aircraft
The aircraft is an upgrade that will extend its operating range to 300 kilometers, improving efficiency in transporting payloads of up to 200 kilograms
Moya Aero, a Brazilian manufacturer of eVTOL aircraft, has introduced the hybrid version of the Moya eVTOL, an advancement designed to extend the operating range to 300 kilometers and improve efficiency while maintaining a payload capacity of 200 kilograms.
“In our pursuit of innovation and excellence, we identified the need for a solution that addresses the limitations of traditional electric drones, especially in terms of range and operational efficiency. Our hybrid cargo drone combines electric and conventional propulsion technologies, offering superior performance and reliability,” said Alexandre Zaramela, CEO of Moya.
Key benefits of the hybrid version of the Moya eVTOL:
Extended range: The cargo drone’s hybrid design allows it to cover greater distances, making it ideal for long-distance deliveries and remote locations. This range means reaching more customers and expanding service areas.
Improved efficiency: The aircraft optimizes fuel consumption and energy use by integrating a hybrid propulsion system. This results in lower operating costs and a smaller carbon footprint, aligning with the company’s sustainability goals.
Uncompromised payload capacity: Despite the increased range, the hybrid cargo drone maintains its robust payload capacity of 200 kg. This capacity ensures the same volume of goods can be transported without sacrificing efficiency or reliability.
Reliability and versatility: The hybrid system offers greater reliability and the flexibility to switch between power sources as needed. This versatility is essential to overcome various logistical challenges and ensure on-time deliveries.
Moya Aero said that the addition of this new eVTOL to the fleet will enhance our operational capabilities and have a positive impact on the environment.
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Nauru 1000C drone participates in first official mission in the Brazilian Army
Xmobots system is used in the largest military training of 2024, Operation Perseus
The Nauru 1000C, a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) from the Brazilian company Xmobots, made its debut on an official mission during the Brazilian Army's Operation Perseus. This is the final phase of training for 7,800 military personnel in activities involving drone operation for defense of the homeland.
The operation took place last December, in the Southwest Military Command, in the Paraíba Valley region, and involved the participation of five Brazilian Army Area Commands.
“The brave warrior Nauru 1000C demonstrated its greatness on its first mission in conditions as close as possible to the reality of combat, with a theater of operations that involves the use of troops on the ground, applying current military doctrine in a tactical framework of combat across the broad spectrum,”
highlighted the founder and CEO of Xmobots, Giovani Amianti.
Drone for border monitoring
The result of a partnership between Xmobots and the Brazilian Army, the Nauru 1000C is a SARP designed for high tactical and strategic missions, which meets the demands of the Defense and Security sector.
With a maximum weight of 181 kg and a wingspan of almost eight meters, the drone has a 10-hour autonomy for day and night flights and a communication range of up to 60 km. In addition, the Nauru 1000C has VTOL (vertical takeoff and landing) technology, which allows it to carry out missions in critical or difficult-to-access areas.
For Army General Tomás Miguel Miné Ribeiro Paiva, the Nauru 1000C raises the technological level of the EB.
“It is taking the Brazilian Army to another level in terms of technology, intelligence and target acquisition. This technology will help us a lot in operations along the border, operations in urban environments and even in conventional operations”,
he told the agency's website.
A complete system for multi-missions
The Nauru 1000C integrates a robust system that includes three aircraft, an exclusive gimbal for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance missions, in addition to a mobile base for the control station.
The control base is equipped with biometric access, air conditioning, emergency lights, and ergonomic seats. This way, the safety and comfort of the operators are assured in any scenario.
Operation Perseus: the biggest military training of the year
Operation Perseus is a military training that simulates scenarios close to the reality of an operational combat.
Begun at the Army Aviation Command (CAvEx), in Taubaté-SP, Operation Perseus also passes through cities such as: Cruzeiro-SP, Lorena-SP, Areias-SP, Silveiras-SP and Resende-RJ. The objective is to conclude the year of military training with simulations of scenarios close to the reality of an operational combat.
“Operation Perseus is the most important operation of the Land Force this year and the largest operation we are carrying out in South America, with the use of many resources and activities, where we will certify several capabilities”, explained the Army Commander, Army General Tomás Miguel Miné Ribeiro Paiva. About Xmobots Founded in 2007, Xmobots is a leading company in robotics technology, which vertically integrates the development of vehicles, hardware, software and artificial intelligence. The ecosystem of integrated solutions ensures greater efficiency in production processes in segments that are vital to humanity, such as Agro, Geo, Environmental, Defense and Security. This provides a reduction in operating costs and an increase in productivity without sacrificing accuracy and quality. More information: www.xmobots.com.br
Xmobots has confirmed its presence as an exhibitor at the MundoGEO Connect, DroneShow SpaceBR Show and Expo eVTOL 2025 fairs, from June 3 to 5 at Expo Center Norte – Pavilhão Azul, in São Paulo (SP).
It has occurred to me that maybe Embraer could acquire rights along the engineering-drawings for the De-Havilland Mosquito from BAe, give it a 21st-century update and put it into production as a COIN attack-aircraft.
It has occurred to me that maybe Embraer could acquire rights along the engineering-drawings for the De-Havilland Mosquito from BAe, give it a 21st-century update and put it into production as a COIN attack-aircraft.
Brazilian company Akaer is presenting its Mosquito concept aircraft at the LAAD Defence & Security 2019 exhibition.
The twin-engine multi-mission Mosquito would conceptually perform missions such as close air support (CAS); intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR); armed ISR; and aerial refueling. It could also perform combat search and rescue (CSAR); communications intelligence; air defense; air command and control (C2); and battlefield interdiction.
Brazilian aerospace engineering company Akaer has been selected by German Deutsche Aircraft to manufacture the front fuselage of the future D328eco, a 40-seat regional turboprop designed to employ new sustainability concepts.
Green parts built by AKAER A partner in the KC-390 and F-39 Gripen programs, but with a portfolio of products that extend to the space sector, the Brazilian company Akaer has been highlighted at the Dubai AirShow 2021, which is taking place this week. Stand number 558 even received a visit from Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro.
The event is of great importance to the company. This is because, in 2021, around 75% of its revenue came from outside Brazil. The company's operations include a full range of defense solutions, from optical systems to space applications.
“Being at the Dubai Airshow is a source of satisfaction for the Akaer Group, as we will be among the leading companies in the sector and will have the opportunity to present our portfolio of products and services with high technological content”, stated Akaer's CEO, Cesar Silva.
The Middle East is a strategic region for the development of the aerospace and defense industry. Countries such as Turkey, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have in common an interest in conducting relevant projects to leverage local industry, contributing to the improvement of technologies.
“The Middle East market has recently been a very important region for the Akaer Group. This is the right environment to strengthen ties with our current and future clients, creating new business opportunities”, said the CEO.
Akaer is present at the event in the Brazil pavilion together with ABIMDE – Brazilian Association of Defense and Security Material Industries and other national industries, with the support of Apex-Brasil (Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency).
Strength of the sector
“For BIDS (Defense and Security Industrial Base), these events represent business opportunities, partnerships and the exchange of information on technological developments. This causes a beneficial cascade effect for the entire society, as it boosts the national economy and job creation”, said ABIMDE Project Director, Commander Paulo Albuquerque.
For every 1,000 jobs created in the Defense sector in Brazil, another 2,730 are added to the economy, according to a study conducted by Fipe (Fundação Instituto de Pesquisas Econômicas), at the request of CNI (Confederação Nacional da Indústria), released in July.
ABIMDE already has two of its own events confirmed on its agenda: the 6th BID Brasil Exhibition, which will take place between December 7th and 9th, and the international fair Expo ADESC, in 2022. Both will be held at the Ulysses Guimarães Convention Center, in Brasília (DF).
A empresa brasileira Akaer tem recebido destaque no Dubai AirShow 2021
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The Brazilian company is the only partner in the aerostructures plant, where complex aerostructures will be manufactured for the Gripen fighter jet
Akaer, one of the largest and leading Brazilian companies in the aerospace engineering market, announced this Wednesday, May 9, it will be a minority shareholder with 10 percent in SAM, aerostructures plant established in São Bernardo do Campo – SP, responsible for producing complex structural parts for Gripen fighter jet acquired by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB).
Akaer is the only Brazilian company to have share ownership in SAM. Saab and Akaer have been partners since 2009 and the Brazilian company was contracted by Saab to develop parts to the fuselage of the Gripen NG fighter, even before Saab was down-selected for negotiations to re-equip the Brazilian Air Force. Since then, Akaer delivered over 550.000 engineering hours in the Gripen project, both in Brazil and in Sweden, with significant technology transfers.
Even before SAM operations starts, Akaer has been active on the implementation of the facility. On top of the all the transfer of technology occurred over the years, Akaer supported Saab to define SAM location, to hire its team, to go through all bureaucratic and legal steps, and to define the facility industrialization processes.
“That is a new milestone for Akaer. In addition to accumulating a lot of experience in a strategic project like Gripen, Akaer moves forward to consolidate itself as a Tier 1 company”, says Cesar Augusto T. Andrade e Silva, founder and CEO of Akaer.
About SAM
Saab Aeronáutica Montagens (SAM), is a 5,000-square-meter facility located in the city of São Bernardo do Campo, in São Paulo state, Brazil.
SAM will be responsible for producing six complex structural parts for Gripen acquired by the Brazilian Air Force (FAB), such as the tail cone, aerodynamic brakes, wing box, front fuselage for the single-seat and two-seat versions and the rear fuselage for the single-seat version of the aircraft.
Operations starts in 2020 with 55 employees. Among them engineers and technicians, who until then will be trained in Linköping, Sweden, for up to 24 months on the industrialization process, qualification and assembly of complex fuselages, specific for the supersonic fighter in Brazil. That number will until 2024 increase to 200 highly skilled employees producing aero structures for the aircraft final assembly.
The Brazilian company is the only partner in the aerostructures plant, where complex aerostructures will be manufactured for the Gripen fighter jetAkaer, one of the largest and leading Brazilian companies in the aerospace engineering market, announced this Wednesday, May 9, it will be a minority...
The recent presentation of the Argentine Air Force's first F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter-bomber marked a significant milestone—not only as one of the many
The presentation of Report No. 140 by the Chief of Staff of Ministers to the National Congress provided several new developments regarding the present and future of the Argentine Armed Forces. One of the questions posed by legislators focused on the current situation and prospects of the Argentine Air Force's IA-63 Pampa program, as well as the delivery of new aircraft by the Argentine Aircraft Factory Brigadier San Martin (FAdeA).
Getting straight to the point, Question No. 1661 of the report addresses this issue by asking, "...what is the Ministry of Defense's plan regarding the continuity of the production programs of the Military Aircraft Factory (FADEA), particularly the IA-63, Pampa III, Block II, and IA-100 Malvina products?" The response emanating from the report cast a shadow of doubt over the present and immediate future of the IA-63 Pampa.
In this regard, the Chief of Staff of Ministers detailed part of the current situation facing FAdeA with the appointment of a new board of directors and the completion of an audit of the Córdoba-based firm's financial situation. The latter yielded the following conclusions, stating: "The audit, conducted by Deloitte & Co. S.A., concludes that there is a financial imbalance since fulfilling pending deliveries requires the purchase of materials and the provision of hours for a value that has been estimated to exceed outstanding payments."
Adding: "The Board concludes that there is very little likelihood of obtaining the budgetary funds for the execution of the aforementioned contracts, with the exception of milestones that, at the time of its assumption, show a high degree of progress, such as the delivery of the Pampa SN 1036 aircraft – finally delivered in June 2024 – or the development of the prototype and the adaptation of the BOM (Bill of Materials) for the Pucará aircraft, milestones that were also finalized in July 2024."
The latter refers to the latest delivery of aircraft to equip the Argentine Air Force, recorded last June, which consisted of the IA-63 Pampa III Block II aircraft registered A711 and A712. One of these aircraft was newly manufactured and the other was modernized at the facilities. These aircraft were assigned to the 10th Air Brigade based in Río Gallegos, province of Santa Cruz.
As we noted on that occasion, this delivery is part of the multi-year contract formalized in 2021, which includes the following works and structures: "... Av 1034 to Av 1039; The conversion of three IA-63 Pampa II to Pampa III Block II; The certification of the Pampa III Block II version, for which the campaign will be carried out with the EX-03 and EX-04; The acquisition and delivery of Planning Stations from the Israeli company Elbit, a purchase that includes a Fixed Mission Planning Station and two Mobile Mission Planning Stations. FAdeA will perform the certification; and the acquisition of 35% of the materials for the manufacture of three IA-63 Pampa III Block II."
Returning to the report, the response from the Chief of Staff of Ministers clarifies: "Based on all the above, the Board of Directors considers that it will not be able to fulfill the aforementioned contracts due to the Company's lack of sufficient resources—given the conditions it received upon assuming office—to do so. As a result, the execution of the referenced contracts is temporarily suspended, except for the aforementioned milestones due to their low level of pending investment."
Without further information provided in Report No. 140, the current situation regarding the fulfillment of the aforementioned 2021 contract is uncertain, pending further information on how FAdeA will be able to fulfill its obligations to complete the deliveries of IA-63 Pampa III Block II aircraft to the Argentine Air Force.
La presentación del Informe N° 140 de la Jefatura de Gabinete de Ministros al Congreso de la Nación aportó diversas novedades sobre el presente y futuro
En el día de hoy, 4 de junio, FAdeA realizó la entrega a la Fuerza Aérea Argentina de los aviones Pampa III matrículas A-711 y A-712, los cuales pasarán a integrar la X Brigada Aérea en Río Gallegos.El A-711 es el ex E-811 que fuera modernizado por la empresa desde el estándar Pampa II al Pampa...
The electric plane designed at UNLP took off and was a success: watch the video
Developed by the UNLP School of Engineering and a company, the flight of the lithium-powered plane "demonstrated its great efficiency and stability."
The Faculty of Engineering of the University of La Plata (UNLP), together with Aviem Aeronáutica SRL, developed Argentina's first electric airplane, and it has already made its first flight. See the photos and videos of this historic event.
The test of the AVIEM 100 Epower, the country's first electric airplane powered by lithium, took place at the General Rodríguez airfield in the province of Buenos Aires. According to the company, "it demonstrated its great efficiency and stability."
This test evaluated takeoff, flight, and landing: "Our goal was for the airplane to weigh a maximum of 750 kilos, to carry two people, which is 160 kilos of payload, and to be able to fly for one hour. Ultimately, the airplane weighed 748 kilos," explained engineer Ernesto Acerbo.
What is Argentina's first electric airplane like?
"The AVIEM 100 Epower is an experimental aircraft, whose purpose is research and development," according to the UNLP Faculty of Engineering.
Present at the flight test were Marcos Actis, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Director of the Aerospace Technology Center (CTA-UNLP); Guillermo Garaventta, one of the project leaders and a member of the CTA; Ernesto Acerbo, Manager of AVIEM Aeronáutica SRL, along with other members of the company; and officials from the National Civil Aviation Administration (ANAC). After two exhaustive days of vehicle inspection, they issued the certificate certifying the completion of the test.
“I was truly impressed by how well the aircraft flies. It must be taken into account that everything is new regarding the electrical system; everything is still being developed, and that means something can go wrong, but everything really worked within the parameters we expected. There were some problems with the temperature, but these things are resolved. Nothing unusual occurred that we didn't know could happen,” Actis described.
The engineer explained the details of the test: “We had considered that the aircraft could maintain flight with about 45-50 kW, and it's doing so with 35 kW. This means it will have a much longer range than we had calculated. It's much more efficient than we had thought,” he stated.
“The manual says that the aircraft's center of gravity should be at 25% of the chord. We have a range from 17 to 32, and when we finished the aircraft and weighed it, it was at 25.6. In other words, we practically have a textbook center of gravity,” Acerbo added.
He continued: “That's also part of the work of engineer Claudio Rimoldi, another of the project leaders at the CTA, who was working on weight distribution, so that the center of gravity was as close as possible. But I never imagined we'd hit it in the center. This is actually very good because it's an aircraft with perfect stability.”
Desarrollado por la Facultad de Ingeniería de la UNLP y una empresa, el vuelo del avión que funciona a litio "demostró su gran eficiencia y estabilidad". | Infocielo
DEF at the Argentine Aircraft Factory: Behind the Scenes of Military and Commercial Developments
FAdeA faced rumors of privatization and, ultimately, was not included in the Bases Law. The present of a strategic and highly valuable national company that seeks to manufacture new aircraft and reposition itself in the market with other aeronautical products.
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Patricia Fernández Mainardi
The personnel at FAdeA, the company in charge of manufacturing the Pampa, is capable of standardizing the fleet of these aircraft, which have already undergone three modernizations. (Photo: Fernando Calzada)
The fact that our country has an aircraft factory (focused on military developments) is no small matter. In fact, very few countries in the world have invested in developing the aeronautical industry.
At a strategic level, Argentina's presence in the Argentine Aircraft Factory (FAdeA) is, for experts on the subject, a luxury. Those most knowledgeable on the subject assure that our factory was a pioneer in the region and achieved the highest level of development during its heyday: it produced the Pulqui aircraft when the world was just beginning to talk about turbines and reactors.
However, FAdeA's future was marked by a lack of investment in the Armed Forces and the country's economic ups and downs, as well as those of the factory (initially state-owned, privatized in the 1990s, and renationalized in 2009).
FAdeA faced rumors of privatization
FAdeA faced rumors of privatization and, ultimately, was not part of the Bases Law. (Photo: Fernando Calzada)
What is its current situation? In this article, DEF's journey through a company based in Córdoba that seeks to position itself in the market and achieve a balance between military products (whose main client is the Argentine Air Force) and civilian products.
FAdeA, one of the few aircraft factories in the world
FAdeA is one of the few aircraft factories in the world with the capacity to design, manufacture, maintain, and modernize aircraft in its facilities.
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This is a capability of high strategic value, not only because of the knowledge held in the industry, but also because of the potential the company can offer.
FAdeA's development was marked by the country's economic ups and downs and downs of the factory.
Precisely, around the world, states with this type of industry encourage its development and adopt a policy regarding it. Such is the case with the American (and private) companies Boeing and Lockheed Martin, whose largest contracts are with the state. In fact, and to give an example, there are products, such as the F-22 (one of the most advanced fighter jets in the world), that are not even sold to other countries.
What does FAdeA offer Argentina? Basically, autonomy in military aeronautics. The firm is important when considering the maintenance and design of the Argentine Air Force's aircraft.
Now, in times of crisis and with a view to maintaining that capacity, the goal is to ensure the highest possible profitability for the firm. In other words, to be strategic and competitive at the same time. How is this achieved? As they explain: by generating business and clients outside the state.
The Argentine Aircraft Factory has the capacity to design, manufacture, maintain, and modernize aircraft at its facilities.
The business units of the Argentine Aircraft Factory
At the beginning of 2024, it was said that FAdeA could be one of the state-owned companies with a view to privatization. However, it was not included in the Basic Law.
Currently, FAdeA stands out for certain developments. For example, aircraft production (such as the Pampa or IA 100), maintenance of the C-130 Hercules, manufacturing of parts and aerostructures (such as the production of components for Embraer, a contract arising from a partnership with the Brazilian company to integrate the KC-390 program), and high-level engineering.
Specifically, regarding the last item, FAdeA specified that engineering is the heart of the company because it is transversal to all the processes they carry out. In fact, many of these services are performed for foreign clients.
FAdeA carries out maintenance on C-130 Hercules cargo aircraft.
The details: the facilities have a 1,400-meter runway used to test its aircraft (larger aircraft are supported by the Military Aviation School's runway).
Another key aspect is that FAdeA provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul for the commercial and military aeronautical sectors (services known as commercial MRO and military MRO, respectively).
Finally, one of the keys to having a local aircraft factory is that its work requires that of more than one hundred local suppliers (some also international). In other words, its presence impacts the productive development of the defense and aeronautical industries.
The hangars and facilities are located in the city of Córdoba. (Photos by: Fernando Calzada)
Operational efficiency and profitability: FAdeA's goal
It should be noted that, organically, FAdeA depends on the Ministry of Defense, an agency that is also its main client. In fact, more than 80% of the factory's revenue comes from the Argentine State.
This figure reflects both a strength and a weakness: the company knows it has a key client, but, in turn, the client may decide, due to certain circumstances, to use the funds for another purpose (something that occurred when the Ministry had to use its funds to search for the ARA San Juan submarine).
However, as they explained, the focus at present is on achieving operational efficiency. That is, fulfilling established contracts in a timely manner; improving quality and delivery costs; and, ultimately, ensuring that all of this is profitable.
What is the rationale behind this goal? Stop depending on the factory's main client (the Argentine Air Force) and gain new business and a partner (or strategic partner). It's worth noting that FAdeA already has such alliances, for example, with Embraer.
According to aeronautical industry experts, these goals must take into account that, in this particular field, it is necessary to have a clear vision that looks ahead at least 10 years. Therefore, they are working against the clock to diversify their business portfolio and thus increase revenue.
The bottom line: To achieve these objectives, FAdeA aims to provide solutions to its existing clients, such as Aerolíneas Argentinas, Jetsmart, and Flybondi (companies that, for example, provide painting and maintenance services). This led the company's authorities to seek certification to obtain permits that allow them to perform certain jobs.
The facilities have a runway
The facilities have a 1,400-meter runway that is used to test its aircraft.
Commercial and Military Maintenance
Regarding military aircraft maintenance, FAdeA is responsible for, for example, the Argentine Air Force's C-130 Hercules.
The Argentine Aircraft Factory was responsible for the modernization of these aircraft and is, in turn, one of the six centers authorized (in the world) by Lockheed Martin to perform this type of work.
In the case of modernization work on the Hercules, FAdeA inspects it, evaluates new features, disassembles it, and re-equips it with state-of-the-art technology. What was achieved with the aircraft already delivered to the Force? It extended the aircraft's life by another 20 years.
Why is this development important? Because it prevents the aircraft from becoming obsolete and, in addition, it provides the necessary knowledge to be able to sell this service to other countries.
Regarding commercial maintenance, this type of service began in 2018. In fact, to do so, FAdeA had to open its workshops.
DEF toured the facilities of the Argentine Aircraft Factory (FAdeA). (Photo: Fernando Calzada)
Staff Suspension at FAdeA
While the company is working to secure contracts in the market, it is also moving forward with a restructuring plan that involves suspending some of its employees (those who do not currently have assigned work).
According to sources from Córdoba, there is less work and difficulties in covering expenses abroad, which requires the purchase of materials for the execution of the various contracts.
Why are employees being suspended and not dismissed? Because they are highly specialized. That is, they have very specific and technical knowledge and, in addition, training that is difficult (and expensive) to obtain from scratch.
One of the aspects highlighted by FAdeA staff is that the company had less direct labor (those who work on the planes)
According to the factory staff, they typically produce between 200 and 300 large parts per month: one frame requires a full day of machining, and to give an idea of the work they do in Córdoba, one door requires 12 of those frames.
The factory also has a pavilion dedicated to the production of parachutes (for aircraft seats and troop launches). In fact, the firm currently has a contract with the Argentine Army for the development of this type of device (front-opening).
FAdeA explained that the factory is also one of the few in the world to master composite material, a popular product in aeronautics. This material is characterized by its lightness, strength, and the complex work required.
Therefore, the factory has a controlled environment room that guarantees the presence of minimal particles in the air (clean room) and temperature control.
There, workers are responsible for cutting (using machines) and manipulating the fibers of the material, then advancing it through the molds and the different layers.
Why does the IA 100 promise to revolutionize the local aeronautical market?
At FAdeA, the IA 100 is also being produced—entirely with composite material. The details of this aircraft: the Argentine Aircraft Factory is responsible for its design and manufacture.
In fact, the production of this aircraft involves outsourcing components and parts to local suppliers.
As for the IA 100, FAdeA is currently focused on assembling the first prototype of what will be a training aircraft.
How does it differ from the Pampa? In the IA 100, the instructor and trainee can sit side by side (in the Pampa, they fly one behind the other). It also has the capacity to carry up to four passengers, allowing it to also be considered a liaison aircraft.
"We are in the process of assembling the prototype. We want to validate that the design corresponds to what was manufactured," said FAdeA.
At what stage is the development of the IA-100? It has already reached almost 80% overall completion and has consolidated important milestones in its manufacturing process. Currently, all the primary parts, molds, and tooling necessary for the construction of the aircraft have been produced.
Once the structure is manufactured, final assembly will begin. Then, the main systems (hydraulic, avionics, and propulsion) and essential elements for the aircraft's operational performance will be installed. And finally, its operation will be tested.
The factory explained that, since this aircraft uses composite material without any rivets, the bonding process of each of its parts must be controlled and supervised. Once in flight, the aircraft will perform acrobatic flights. (maneuvers with high G-forces) and will reach a speed of 250 kilometers per hour.
A key aspect of this production is that, in addition to having a significant spillover effect on local suppliers, it is a source of pride for the company. As FAdeA explained, the production process is so intense and complex that the final product is seen as a collective achievement.
This particular aircraft, considering its versatility and features, could be one of the products that FAdeA could sell internationally.
FAdeA enfrentó rumores de privatización y, finalmente, no fue parte de la Ley Bases. El presente de una empresa estratégica y de alto valor nacional que busca fabricar nuevos aviones y reposicionarse en el mercado con otros productos aeronáuticos
Embraer Passes Structural Fatigue Test on New Aircraft Wing Prototype
A21 Editorial / Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 01:00
NEW METHODOLOGIES AND INNOVATIVE MATERIALS WERE VALIDATED. Embraer IS NOW ADVANCING TOWARDS THE MANUFACTURING OF THE FUSELAGE AND EMPENNAGE OF THIS DEMONSTRATOR
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Embraer conducted initial structural fatigue tests on the wing it will use in its New Technology Demonstration Platform (PDNT). This is a benchmark prototype that utilizes new production techniques and was also subjected to progressive loads that exceeded the expected limit by more than 200%.
“We are excited about the evolution of the project, which brings together industry, government, and academia to develop applied research that contributes to the generation of knowledge and training of people,” commented Cleiton Silva, Embraer's Vice President of Technology and Advanced Projects.
The static load test was conducted at ACS Aviation, the demonstration platform provider and Embraer partner in São José dos Campos, Brazil. The test validated innovative processes, methodologies, and new materials, and the next steps will include the manufacturing of the flying laboratory's fuselage and empennage.
This project is funded by the National Fund for Scientific and Technological Development (FNDCT), with the support of Brazil's Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI) and Finep. This project promotes the country's economic and social development through public funding for Science, Technology, and Innovation, and is focused on research and development at low and medium Technological Maturity Levels (TRLs).
The first phase involves the development of unprecedented processes and methods to support analysis on ground-based test benches (RIGs).
The Aeronautical Institute of Technology (ITA), the Mauá Institute of Technology (IMT), the Technological Research Institute (IPT), and the São Carlos School of Engineering, part of the University of São Paulo (USP), are also involved in the research.
Army opens public consultation to buy drones capable of firing missiles, bombs or grenades
Aerial vehicles must also have the capacity to interfere with communications systems
By O Globo — Rio
Last Wednesday, the Brazilian Army opened a public consultation to search the national and international market for aerial drones with offensive capabilities. The notice highlights that the equipment must have the capacity to fire "laser or image-guided missiles or rockets with a minimum range of 4,000 meters and launch unguided bombs or grenades."
The Army's goal is to acquire three aircraft of this type. The drones must also be able to withstand temperatures ranging from -10°C to 50°C, in addition to a minimum range of 300km and the ability to fly over an area of interest for 48 hours.
The drones must be able to carry 4 rockets or 2 guided missiles and fly up to 5,400 meters high. Another feature mentioned by the Army is the ability to perform electromagnetic interference in communications systems at a minimum distance of 10km from the flight platform.
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If acquired, these will not be the only armed drones of the Brazilian Army. The Armed Forces plan to equip Nauru aircraft manufactured by the company XMOBOTS with missiles. At the end of May last year, 21 military personnel completed nine months of training to pilot the aircraft.
The Nauru was developed to order for the Army and is expected to be used in surveillance and defense operations in Brazilian border areas. The expectation is that by 2027 these drones will be capable of operating with weapons.
The system delivered to the Brazilian military consists of three Nauru aircraft that are piloted from a mobile base on the ground, mounted inside a container. With a maximum takeoff weight of 150 kg, these drones have a flight autonomy of up to 10 hours and are powered by hybrid propulsion (combustion and electricity). A Nauru aircraft has a wingspan of 7.7 meters and is 2.9 meters long and can reach a speed of up to 110 km/h.
In May 2022, XMOBOTS and MBDA, a European missile manufacturer, signed a memorandum of understanding for the development of the armed version of the Nauru. The drone is expected to be equipped with Enforcer missiles, described as a "next-generation guided light weapons system". Weighing around 7kg, these missiles are capable of defeating "light" and "lightly armored" targets, which includes moving vehicles.
The first Nauru drone was delivered to the Brazilian Army in a ceremony at the hangar of the 2nd Army Aviation Battalion, in Taubaté (SP). At the event, the then military commander of the Southeast and current Army Commander, General Tomás Ribeiro Paiva, celebrated the incorporation of the equipment:
The future of the Brazilian aerospace industry: a journey towards autonomy and innovation
Ricardo Fan
March 21, 2025
AIAB, Aviation, Defense Industrial Base, Defense, Special Space
The future of the Brazilian aerospace industry: a journey towards autonomy and innovation
By Julio Shidara, President of AIAB
The Brazilian aerospace industry has gained global recognition, standing out for its technological excellence and capacity for innovation. Embraer is an example of this leading role in the aeronautical segment, showing that consistent investments in technological development and the appreciation of Brazilian professionals can position Brazil at the forefront of the sector. This same vocation should be used to strengthen the space industry, which is on its way to achieving greater autonomy and relevance in the international market.
Brazil's dependence on foreign satellites is a vulnerability that urgently needs to be mitigated. Several countries recognize space infrastructure as strategic for their sovereignty, and Brazil cannot be left behind. FINEP's recent initiative, which allocated the largest economic subsidies in its history for the development, by Brazilian industry, of a high-resolution optical satellite and nanosatellite launchers, represents a milestone in the quest for this autonomy. This decision positions Brazil on a path of good practices, following successful models of international space programs.
However, for the Brazilian Space Program (PEB) to advance consistently, it is essential that it be treated as a State program. The commitment to allocate resources, with predictable and long-term investments, is essential for Brazil not only to reduce its external dependence, but also to achieve a prominent global role in space applications such as Earth observation, satellite navigation and communication, among others.
It is also essential that society understands the importance of the space sector for the country's development. Without this support, limiting views that view space exploration as superfluous in the face of other social demands will persist. The recent history of nations such as India and China shows that solid investments in the space sector result in technological development, generation of qualified jobs and strengthening of national sovereignty.
Innovation, an essential pillar for the aerospace industry, must be encouraged with stable and predictable financing mechanisms. Brazil needs to increase its support for research and technological development, adopting successful public policy models, as occurred in the wind energy sector with PROINFA. Programs like this provide demand organization and incentives for national companies to gain space in global markets.
Another determining factor for the growth of the industry is the incentive to train highly qualified professionals. Institutions like ITA are essential for preparing engineers and scientists capable of facing technological challenges. The distinguishing feature of Brazilian professionals is recognized worldwide for their creativity, ingenuity and flexibility, qualities that should be widely used to drive innovation in the space sector.
Brazil has the potential to become a powerhouse in this area. The path forward involves strategic decisions that prioritize innovation, organize the demand for national technological solutions, and increase investments in professional training. Embraer's success is clear proof that we are capable of overcoming challenges and achieving global prominence. Now is the time to replicate this success story in the space industry, consolidating a future of prominence and sovereignty for Brazil.
Por Julio Shidara, Presidente da AIAB A indústria aeroespacial brasileira tem conquistado reconhecimento global, destacando-se pela excelência tecnológica e pela capacidade de inovar. A Embraer é um exemplo desse protagonismo no segmento aeronáutico, evidenciando que investimentos consistentes...
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Navy and FAB carry out unprecedented transport of the ASTROS vehicle coupled to the MANSUP missile.
Ricardo Fan
March 22, 2025
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Navy and FAB carry out unprecedented transport of the ASTROS vehicle coupled to the MANSUP missile.
The missile was transported by the KC-390 Millennium aircraft of the Zeus Squadron. Due to the use of the maximum load, a technical landing in Salvador will be necessary.
By First Lieutenant (T) Rafaella Leal
The Brazilian Navy (MB) carried out, this Friday (21), an unprecedented action together with the Brazilian Air Force (FAB), at the Galeão Air Base, Rio de Janeiro (RJ). The nationally produced Anti-Ship Surface Missile (MANSUP) was loaded onto the KC-390 aircraft along with the “ASTROS” vehicle of the Marine Artillery Battalion. The weapon will be used during exercises that will take place in Operation “Jeanne d’Arc 2025” in Fortaleza (CE), in partnership with the French Navy.
The interoperability between the MB and the FAB reinforces the constant effort to develop national Defense technologies. Some adaptations were made to ensure the successful loading of the “ASTROS” vehicle and the MANSUP onto the cargo plane. The Load Master of the KC-390 aircraft, Aviation Second Sergeant Lucas Barradas Assunção Terra, explains the necessary precautions to ensure the mission: “this complex load demands a lot from the crew; we will have to make a technical landing to refuel due to the weight of the cargo. The Astros weighs around 24 tons and this requires the crew to plan in advance and give a briefing to ensure the safety of the moorings and the proper arrival at the destination”, he emphasized.
With a range of up to 70 kilometers, the missile is capable of reaching up to 1000 km/h during launch – a technology that is moving towards projecting Brazil as a reference for innovation in Defense among neighboring nations. Until now, the MANSUP had only been transported by land or sea. Today's exercise completes the possibilities of the modes used by the Marine Corps, inserting the air modality into the Defense route.
The increase in the expeditionary nature of the Marines also expands the combat power of the Brazilian Navy. For the Commander of the Marine Artillery Battalion, Captain of the Navy (Marine) Daniel de Campos Luterman, this exercise exemplifies the readiness of naval assets throughout the country: “the possibility of using MANSUP anywhere along our coast, both from the Fleet’s ships and from land platforms, strengthens the deterrent power of our Naval Force by increasing its lethality and ability to cause damage to potential adversary forces,” commented the Commander.
For the FAB, this is also an important mission. The aircraft’s pilot, Air Force Captain Israel Amorim Barbosa Leal, who flies the KC-390 cargo plane, sees in this exercise the relevance of joint operations between the Forces, promoting security at sea, on land and in the air.
Interoperability between the MB and FAB is very important for both Forces. Transporting the ‘ASTROS’ vehicle with MANSUP takes the KC-390 aircraft to its maximum performance; This type of transport is unprecedented among the Armed Forces, corroborating the sovereignty of airspace and Naval Defense”, concluded the military officer.
KC-390 Cargo Aircraft
The KC-390 Millennium is a strategic and high-performance cargo aircraft. It was designed to transport up to 26 tons of cargo, including heavy vehicles, various equipment and humanitarian supplies. The aircraft stands out for its versatility, and can be used in missions such as logistics transport, aerial refueling, medical evacuation and search and rescue operations. Its combination of large cargo capacity, speed and long range makes it among the most advanced in its class.
In addition to its versatility, the KC-390 allows the FAB to quickly reposition the ASTROS system anywhere in the country in less than 24 hours. Its ability to operate on improvised runways allows landings in strategic and remote locations, increasing the mobility of rocket artillery and ensuring its prompt response in different operational scenarios.
Colombia has the first unmanned solar-powered aircraft, the 'Vant Solvendus'.
The Aeronautical Engineering program at the Faculty of Engineering successfully completed the initial flights of the "Solvendus" UAV on the runway located in Tenjo, Cundinamarca. This unmanned aircraft is designed to fly using solar power.
The Vértigo runway, located in Tenjo, Cundinamarca, was the stage where the Los Libertadores University Foundation launched Latin America's first unmanned aircraft designed to fly with solar power. The aircraft successfully completed its first test flight to verify stability, control, and structural parameters.
The aircraft is the result of five years of research conducted by the GICA group of the Aeronautical Engineering Program at the Faculty of Engineering, in partnership with the University of São Paulo (Brazil). Together, they designed an unmanned aircraft, commonly known as a drone, that will be able to extend its flight time thanks to a solar cell system. The aircraft's inaugural flight is scheduled to take place next year at an event open to the public.
According to Andrés Felipe Giraldo Quiceno, Director of the Aeronautical Engineering Program, this drone prototype, called "VANT Solvendus," is primarily focused on enhancing Colombia's knowledge of the construction and development of long-duration, cutting-edge aircraft that can be helpful in the monitoring and inspection of environmental issues such as tree felling, emergencies, and landslides.
The drone industry is garnering national and international attention. According to Giraldo, for example, Facebook is developing a drone project that also includes solar panels aimed at bringing internet to remote areas.
In the long term, this system paves the way for the implementation of suborbital satellites, which will replace traditional satellites and can operate for up to three months at a time using solar energy.
For Julio Parra, director of the GICA Aerospace Sciences research group that developed the initiative, "the aircraft is a pioneer in Colombia because it is the first research drone registered with the Civil Aeronautics." He added that this interinstitutional and interdisciplinary project is a major breakthrough that unites different branches of knowledge.
According to Dr. Hernán Darío Cerón, professor in the Department of Aeronautical Engineering at the São Carlos School of Engineering at the University of São Paulo (Brazil), "In this initial step, we were able to verify the aircraft's flight and structural parameters. Work is now underway to implement the entire solar system to power its internal components."
The Solvendus UAV, which measures 6 meters wide and 3.5 meters long, is made primarily of carbon fiber and features 80 state-of-the-art flexible solar cells on its wings, which power its flight computer and electric motors.
Through this project, the Los Libertadores University Foundation has developed modern manufacturing techniques and implemented cutting-edge technologies in aerodynamic analysis, flight control, composite materials, and renewable energy, which will boost the unmanned aircraft industry in Colombia.
In Colombia, the majority of drones are used primarily for advertising and event purposes, according to a study conducted by the university's Aeronautical Engineering Program.
On the other hand, the global drone market is a business that could generate more than $127 billion, according to the PWC, with the infrastructure sector accounting for 35.6% of the market; agriculture for 25.5%; and freight transport for 10.2%.
The market is very broad. There are drones for oil pipelines, thermal power plants, refineries, road networks, bridges, and mines; for topographic applications; for urban planning; for volcano monitoring, risk prevention, fire prevention, ecological, meteorological, geological, water, and human-caused disasters; for search and rescue; for forest and wildlife surveillance; for crowd control at demonstrations, cycle paths, festivals and concerts.
La pista Vértigo, ubicada en Tenjo, Cundinamarca, fue el escenario en el que la Fundación Universitaria Los Libertadores puso a volar el primer avión no tripulado de Latinoamérica diseñado para volar con energía solar. La aeronave realizó con éxito su primer vuelo de prueba con el fin de...
Helvetic Airways operated the largest aircraft ever to land at this terminal, highlighting its suitability for short-runway operations.
Helvetic Airways became the airline to land the largest aircraft at London City Airport, operating a commercial flight using an Embraer E195-E2.
The Swiss airline had already achieved such a milestone when, in autumn 2021, it was the first to operate a commercial aircraft to the same terminal with an Embraer E190-E2.
The E195-E2 is 41.5 meters long, has 134 seats, and has the lowest fuel consumption per seat of any aircraft operating at the London airport.
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The campaign held in Anápolis (GO) in February marked another stage of technology transfer, with the participation of Brazilian and Swedish professionals to analyze the fighter's performance in high temperatures and altitudes.
Over the course of five days, the Gripen 4100, used by the Gripen Flight Test Center (GFTC) in Brazil, operated from the Anápolis Air Base, completing another important stage of testing.
This time, the goal was to ensure that the fighter could perform missions in 32ºC heat and at 1,100 meters above sea level with extra loads. To this end, the aircraft was equipped with two fuel tanks under the wings, with a capacity of 1,100 liters each, in addition to two short-range infrared-guided Diehl IRIS-T air-to-air missiles and two long-range MBDA Meteor missiles.
“In total, we performed 14 missions of 35 minutes each, 62 landings and eight refuelings on the ground with the engine running to gain efficiency. Our goal was to create a scenario in which the aircraft was heavily loaded, in a hot and high environment, approaching for landing with a wide turn and lining up with the short runway just before touchdown,” explained Jonas Petzén, Saab’s head of flight tests.
The first flights were made without any external load and from then on, the fighter’s weight was gradually increased by fitting air-to-air missiles and gradually filling the external tanks. “We have already carried out tests in hot, dry and humid environments before, in Anápolis and Belém, but with a focus on environmental tests, i.e. whether the Gripen could withstand extreme heat and humidity. Now, we are checking the flight quality and maneuverability from the pilot’s point of view,” added Petzén.
The tests are further practical proof that the Gripen fighter is prepared to operate in any environment and climate, whether in Sweden, Brazil or anywhere else in the world.
“We challenged the Gripen’s flight control system by making sudden corrections in the final phase before touchdown, confirming the expected responses from the aircraft and meeting the requirements in this regard. In this way, we tested the performance of the flight control system, engine and braking system with a high landing weight in this environment,” explained André Brännström, Saab test pilot.
The campaign involved approximately 22 people, seven from Saab and 15 from Embraer, including technicians, flight instrument engineers, flight engineers, flight test pilots and campaign managers.
Emirati defense group EDGE has reached a strategic agreement with Brazilian turbine engine producer Turbomachine.
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Strategic partnership will allow both companies to cooperate in the development of engines to complement EDGE's aerospace capabilities
São José dos Campos, Brazil: August 11, 2023: O EDGE, one of the world's leading advanced technology and defense groups, has signed a strategic agreement with Turbomachine, one of Brazil's leading turbine developers. Turbomachine is specialized in the research, innovation and development of gas turbine engines and plasma-assisted combustion solutions in the aerospace domain. The agreement will allow EDGE and Turbomachine to collaborate closely on the development of engines, including turbofan and propellant fan, for EDGE's portfolio of UAVs and missiles.
The mission, which was carried out by members of the high management of EDGE and Turbomachine, and Vice-Admiral Marco Antonio Ismael Trovão de Oliveira of the Brazilian Navy, took place at the headquarters of Turbomachine in the city of São José dos Campos.
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In 2003, the Brazilian company Polaris, headquartered in São José dos Campos-SP, began a project that 10 years later would become a source of pride for Brazilians. Born the development of the TJ1000, a 67 kg turbojet, 120 cm compression, 35 cm diameter and with the capacity to generate 1000 pounds of thrust. The first type developed in Brazil with a sufficient level of maturity to be commercialized.
Other turbojet projects exist in the country, most of them born as a result of academic research and for experimental purposes. The TJ1000 is a well-defined product, with parameters that give it the ability to be produced in series.
TJ1000 - Photo: Leonardo Tibúrcio
The challenges faced by the company are not simple throughout the development, and one example is the four-stage compressor used in a single piece. Due to the enormous technical complexity of life, it is necessary that each wing must be in its own dimensions, in order to direct it in the exact manner that the project foresees, otherwise the power of the engine is compromised, potentially even causing unnecessary turbulence inside the turbine making it.
During a brief interview in April of this year, during LAAD, Mairum Médici, Director of Polaris, explained that the TJ1000 is a project that was not in its pre-série stage and served as a technology demonstrator for the company. Despite being the first Brazilian model of turbojet developed for commercial purposes, Médici is reluctant to consider his product as the “first national turbojet”, because he considers the national projects mentioned above as “success initiatives”.
Mairum Médici, director of Polaris, securing the 4-stage compressor - Photo: Leonardo Tibúrcio
Médici also explains that it is not the TJ1000 that will equip Avibrás' AV/TM-300 cruise missile, but a derived turbine, developed in part by Avibrás itself, based on technology transferred from Polaris.
Turbojet derived from TJ1000 being used in the AV/TM-300 project - Photo: EME
Developing different versions of the TJ1000 is currently the objective of the company, which is thinking of larger and smaller models, for use in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, mainly as a turboprop aircraft engine carrying a T-27 Tucano, for example.
Currently the company is also working on another turbojet, a TJ1200, with 1200 pounds of thrust and weighing 70kg. It is considered an evolution of the TJ1000.
Turkey and South Africa have shown great interest in Polaris turbines and some contacts have also been made with Venezuela. Considering the company's ability to design and adapt turbines according to the client's needs, other countries must be aware of the products of this Brazilian company.
Un acuerdo entre la Fuerza Aérea de Brasil y Avibras (que además de sus cohetes Sbat 70 mm, utilizados desde helicópteros y unidades Coin y sus nexos con...
Do Rio de Janeiro Em 2003 a empresa brasileira Polaris, com sede em São José dos Campos-SP, deu início a um projeto que 10 anos depois, se tornaria motivo de orgulho para n&oac…
LIGHT AND ULTRALIGHT METAL AIRPLANES:- Due to the world crisis at the end of the 70's and beginning of 80's, and the bankruptcy of the main single-engine airplane manufacturers, Piper and Cessna, due to it's high manufacturing costs, the Directors and Technicians of AGROCOPTEROS saw a great opportunity in the ever growing international demand for high quality, low cost, all metal “Light airplanes”. The Company dedicated then all it's efforts, knowledge and experience to satisfy this demand by developing and offering 5 (five) new light airplanes that entered the market between 1985 and 1990:
Of this 5 different types of light airplanes, as of December 2003, four hundred and twenty seven (427) units were produced, of which 82 fly in Colombia.
The Venezuelan Civil Aeronautics Training Center receives two training aircraft manufactured by EANSA.
The National Aeronautical Company SA (EANSA), a subsidiary of the Venezuelan Consortium of Aeronautical Industries and Air Services SA (ConViasa), delivered two SIBO 100 and 200 primary training aircraft to the Civil Aeronautics Training Center (CIAC) "May. (Aviación) Miguel Rodríguez", located at the Mariscal Sucre Air Base, in the city of Maracay, Aragua state.
The first two single-engine aircraft in the SIBO series to be delivered to CIAC are part of an initial order for six units, which is divided into three SIBO-100 aircraft and three SIBO-200 aircraft, which EANSA plans to deliver before the end of the first half of 2022, although without specifying a specific date.
The single-engine SIBO aircraft (an acronym for Simon Bolivar) were presented to the press last November 2020. They are the Iranian versions of the four-seat F.3 class aircraft manufactured by Fajr Aviation & Composites Industry that first flew in 1995 and the K10 class single-cockpit training aircraft of the Hesa Company whose first aircraft made its maiden flight in 2010. Both aircraft will be assembled under license by EANSA.
According to the president of EANSA, Julio Cárdenas, these two aircraft, assembled by ConViasa, through its subsidiary EANSA, have a flight range of up to 5 hours. They are aircraft that can be used for pilot training, parcel transport, air taxi and aerial photography, in addition to having capacity for 2 and 4 passengers.
Regarding its selling price, Brigadier General (Aviation) Ramón Velásquez Araguayán, Deputy Minister of Air Transport of the Ministry of People's Power for Transport and also president of ConViasa, indicated that the SIBO-100 costs around $300,000 USD, while the SIBO-200 is in the order of approximately $150,000 USD.
Cárdenas also added that EANSA has the operational capacity to manufacture 100 SIBO (Simón Bolívar) aircraft annually, which represents a further step for Venezuela towards aerospace independence by designing and producing equipment with 100% Venezuelan labor.
The National Aeronautical Company SA (EANSA), was created on February 12, 2020, but it was not until November of that same year that it began operational activities from its facilities located in Hangar 3 of the El Libertador Air Base, where it plans in a first stage the production of manned aircraft such as the Simón Bolívar SIBO-100 and the Simón Bolívar SIBO-200, in a second phase the company plans to manufacture unmanned aircraft (drones), presumably also of Iranian design under license, and in a third phase satellites for low orbit launch without specifying if it would be through the collaboration of Venezuela's allied nations. (Douglas Bravo, Grupo Edefa Correspondent in Venezuela )
The amazing story of the "made in Colombia" airplanes that managed to earn a place of honor in international skies
Máximo Tedesco, from his company in Valle del Cauca, has exported his aircraft to different parts of the world for more than 50 years. He is already certified in Europe and can proudly say that none of his aircraft have suffered an accident.
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Máximo Tedesco, from his company in Jamundí (Valle del Cauca), where he builds his aircraft renowned for their quality.
Máximo Tedesco has been manufacturing aircraft in Jamundí (Valle del Cauca) for more than 50 years, and his first challenge was to demonstrate that high-quality airplanes could be produced in Colombia, because he had to do so without revealing the truth about the origin of the first ones he sold. “The plane was very popular, but it couldn't be mentioned that it was coming from Colombia, otherwise the plane couldn't be sold,” he recalls.
He says that since he was a child, he made toy cable cars and things always related to the air: "When I was in Rome, they gave me money to go to school in the morning for snacks. They gave me money, and I lived near a local airport that no longer exists, and then I saw these planes flying there. I went one day to these people and told them I wanted to fly. So I collected money from my snacks and paid what they asked, so I was able to fly for half an hour. I was amazed! From then on, they offered me special prices, and then I flew with them."
Tedesco studied in the United States and then returned to Colombia with an engineering degree, but he always had a passion for flying. “I started this crazy dream in 1971, which remains a dream even though more than 50 years have passed, and it's only half realized, because in Colombia it's an absolute drag to start an industry, especially one as crazy as manufacturing aircraft and distributing them around the world,” he asserted.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, this dreamer from Cali went to Europe to offer his aircraft, because it was the era in which light aviation was just getting started around the world: “The planes didn't have a plate indicating they were manufactured in Colombia. Despite this, the plane was very popular, and we started selling like crazy in Europe, to the point that demand was so high that we were exporting 12 aircraft per month.”
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"I have the philosophy that an aircraft should be manufactured with the criterion that a human being will be riding in it. That's why I currently have nearly 700 planes flying around the world, and so far, there hasn't been a single accident in any of them," Tedesco proudly asserts.
The test pilot of his own planes
Máximo Tedesco asserts that there is another reason why his planes are of such high quality: "Aeronautical engineers don't have the gift of flight. I don't know why I was born with that gift, and I am the test pilot of my own planes. I rode in my newborn baby and I myself notice the details that need to be repaired. So, that kind of conjunction we have between the product, the fact that I can design, fly, and test it, is what has made our planes so good."
But despite this, he continued forward, and in 1985 he saw that the future lay in this type of aircraft, as demand was going to be very high for planes with a gross weight of up to 600 kilos. This means that the aircraft, plus fuel, passengers, and cargo at takeoff, must not exceed 600 kilos.
And although business was going very well, a scourge he hadn't counted on appeared: "Everyone wanted their own plane, and that's how it started in Colombia. But I have to admit that drug trafficking wasn't booming yet. And drug trafficking was what practically killed this type of aviation in Colombia, unfortunately."
Times changed, and today the company has a great image around the world, but for Tedesco, the saddest thing is that Colombia never acknowledged this, because neither the financial system nor the government ever helped them.
"We are moving forward with the company. This year we will be presenting at the
"The Oxford International Fair (Mississippi), where we are certifying the aircraft in the United States, is already certified in Europe; it has been a very difficult task. "If we participate in these international fairs, it's because we're ready. The world knows that Colombia has an aeronautical industry thanks to us," the engineer emphasized.
Tedesco assures that he can currently take his computer and travel anywhere in the world, and he can build his aircraft: "I ask a metalworking company to make some parts for me, and then I can build them. As for the assembly technology, it's a kind of interactive manual that anyone can interpret; it's like a kind of Lego, we managed to get there."
Type of aircraft manufactured in Colombia.
The characteristics of his aircraft
This engineer affirms that aviation was born with metal airplanes, and that's why he continues with that philosophy, alluding to fiberglass airplanes that don't respond the same way to a possible accident. "Our airplane is very easy to fly, it has two seats, and has a power of 80 to 135 horsepower, depending on what you can afford and the differences in operation. Always within the category of light aviation, but creating a product with the three B's: good, beautiful, and cheap."
He remembers that his motto as a professional is: "The engineering of simplicity is the engineering of knowledge; That is to say, to do simple things, you have to have a lot of knowledge.”
Their planes have reached Central America, all South American countries except Uruguay, Europe, Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. Furthermore, the plane can cost up to $92,000. An aircraft of this type in other markets can be offered for between $180,000 and $240,000.
Máximo Tedesco recalls how the plane has been offered to him in Colombia: “A month and a half ago, we were at the Ministry of Defense with the vice minister, and he gave us to understand that he is not interested in our plane. This country is very strange because we don't have an aeronautical mentality. The vast majority of clients are foreigners. The Colombian Aeroclub in Bogotá bought one from us six months ago and they are happy; from time to time, something is sold in Colombia.”
For now, this Colombian, who claims that Cali is an earthly paradise, builds six airplanes for the United States and Europe, and assures that unlike a few decades ago, today the buyer knows that it comes from Colombia and buys it without any fear. It is marketed under the name Tayrona, that is the brand of the Colombian airplane that is associated with a very high-quality product.
Máximo Tedesco desde su empresa en el Valle del Cauca ha exportado sus aeronaves a distintos puntos del planeta desde hace más de 50 años, ya cuenta con certificación en Europa y puede decir con orgullo que ninguno de sus aparatos ha sufrido un accidente
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This new aircraft was named after a National Park in Colombia and was a development of the MXP-800 Fantasy, this itself being a development of the Zenair CH-701 based MXP-740 and MXP-750 series. It was constructed of aluminium alloy with a steel cage around the cockpit. The wing was braced with V-lift struts assisted by jury struts. The first four aircraft had flaperons but later production aircraft had flaps. Undercarriage was cantilever spring-legs for the mainwheels and a steerable nosewheel with rubber springing. A number of engines could be installed from the Rotax range, including the 912UL, 912ULS and the 914ULS turbo.
First two examples of the series arrived in New Zealand in late 2014, ZK-RTT (c/n AA-11-13-105-003) was an MXP-1050 Tayrona. The second aircraft ZK-RTZ (c/n AA-02-14-15-056) was registered in February 2015 to Pan Tam Holdings Ltd of Manukaua as an MXP-150 Kimbaya.
Argentina to receive first prototype of locally-made IA-100B Malvina trainer after years of development.
On March 21, 2025, Valen Aviation Photos took the first images of the initial prototype of the IA-100B Malvina trainer aircraft on the flight line of the Fábrica Argentina de Aviones (FAdeA) in Córdoba, Argentina. The IA-100B is under development to serve as a primary trainer for the Argentine Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Argentina, FAA). Its development marks the beginning of a new chapter in Argentina’s efforts to produce a locally manufactured military training aircraft, following several years of conceptual development and inter-institutional agreements
Argentine to receive first prototype of locally-made IA-100B Malvina trainer after years of development
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The IA-100B Malvina trainer aircraft, developed by FAdeA for Argentina's Air Force, marks a new chapter in local military aviation. With enhanced aerodynamics, a powerful engine, and advanced training capabilities, it is set to revolutionize pilot training in Argentina and beyond.
Two/three-seat light aircraft
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Aero Boero 95 (Argentina)
Three-seat all-metal light monoplane suitable for private or business flying, training and agricultural use. Prototype first flown on 12 March 1959. Versions built included the AB 95 Standard with a 71 kW (95 hp) Continental C-90-8F flat-four engine; AB 95A De Lujo with a 74.5 kW (100 hp) Continental O-200-A engine; AB 95A Fumigador agricultural version with an O-200-A engine and dusting or spraying equipment; AB 95B with a 112 kW (150 hp) engine; and AB 95/115, which was similar to the AB 95B but with an 85.5 kW (115 hp) Lycoming O-235-C2A engine, mainwheel fairings and a more streamlined cowling.
Aero Boero 115BS (Argentina)
Final production version of the Aero Boero 95 and 95/115 series. First flown in February 1973. Similar to the AB 95/115 but with a sweptback fin and rudder, increased wing span and greater fuel capacity. Twenty-five built. Production ended in 1976.
Aero Boero 150RV and 150Ag (Argentina)
AB 150RV is essentially a lower-powered version of the AB 180RV, certificated in the Normal category. Four built and five ordered by spring 1978. Powered by one 112kW (150 hp) Lycoming O-320-A2B flat-four engine. AB 150Ag is certificated in the Restricted category for use as an agricultural aircraft and has a similar power plant to that of the AB 150RV. Equipment includes a non-corrosible glassfibre underfuselage tank with a capacity of 270 litres (71.3 US gallons) of liquid chemicals.
Data (AB 150RV): Engine as above Wing span and length as for the AB 180RV Max cruising speed 211 km/h (131 mph)
Aero Boero 180Ag (Argentina)
Version of the AB 180 for use as an agricultural aircraft. Ten built and six ordered by spring 1978.
Aero Boero 180, 180RV and 180RVR ( Argentina)
The AB 180 was the initial version, thought to have first flown in 1967. Built as a four-seater with a wing span of 10.7 m (35 ft 1 in) and as a three-seater with a wing span of 10.42 in (34 ft 2 1/4 in). This model was followed by the three-seat AB 180RV standard version with a recontoured fuselage, sweptback fin and rudder and
increased fuel capacity. First flown in 1972. The AB 180RVR glider-towing version (also first flown in 1972) has a towing hook and a transparent roof panel. A two-seat or pilot and 100 kg (220 lb) underfuselage cargo pack high-altitude version (with optional turbocharger) was also produced as the AB 180 Condor. Total of 45 AB 180RV/RVRs had been built and seven ordered by spring 1978.
Data (180RV/RVR): Engine one 134 kW (180 hp) Lycoming O-360-A1A flat-four Wingspan 10.72 m (35 ft 2 in) Length 7.273 m (23 ft 10 1/4 in) Max T-O weight 844 kg (1,860 lb) Max level speed (AB 180RV) 245 km/h (152 mph) Range 1,180 km (733 miles)
Aero Boero 180SP (Argentina)
Biplane version of AB 180 produced by adding short-span lower wings on basic aircraft. Agricultural chemical tankage provided in lower wings.
1957
Single-engined light monoplane
Jane's Encyclopedia of Aviation
DINFIA IA 46 Ranquel and Super Ranquel (Argentina)
The IA 46 light monoplane was designed as a three-seat tourer, easily adaptable for agricultural, glider-towing and pilot-training duties. The prototype first flew on 23 December 1957. The Ranquel was the standard production version with a 112kW (150 hp) Lycoming O-320-A2B piston engine. The Super Ranquel was similar but had a 1 34 kW (180 hp) Lycoming O-360-A2A engine
DINFIA IA 45 Querandi (Argentina)
Light Lycoming-engined executive transport, first flown on 23 September 1957. The IA 45B version was a five-six-seater with two 134 kW (180 hp) O-360 pusher engines.
Portugal's first aircraft, LUS-222, is developed with the participation of Brazilians
Ricardo Fan
April 1, 2025
Aviation, Transport Aviation, Defense, LAAD 2025
LUS-222 is developed with the participation of Brazilians
CTI Aeroespacial leads the project of the twin-engine aircraft for civil and military use that is already attracting interest in the market and is one of the attractions of LAAD Defense & Security 2025
Specialized in the production of knowledge, technologies and solutions for the aerospace industry, the Aerospace Technology and Innovation Center (CTI Aeroespacial) — which brings together the Portuguese Air Force, the Engineering and Product Development Center (CEiiA) and the company Geosat — is the leader in the development of the LUS-222 aircraft, the first in history to be designed and manufactured in Portugal. The project, which has the collaboration of Brazilian engineers, will be presented during LAAD Defense & Security 2025, an international defense and security fair that will take place from April 1 to 4 at Riocentro, in Rio de Janeiro.
Representatives of the entities that make up the CTI Aeroespacial, including members of the Portuguese Air Force and members of the Portuguese government, will be present at LAAD.
Designed for use in military missions, search and rescue operations, transport logistics and also in regional civil aviation, the LUS-222 is a light twin-engine high-wing aircraft with the capacity to transport 19 passengers or up to 2,000 kg of cargo.
The model is equipped with a rear cargo door, which speeds up the loading and unloading of loads, and fixed landing gear, which allows it to operate on unpaved runways — unlike most aircraft in the segment — and makes it ideal for activities in remote regions. In addition, it has a range of up to 2,100 km and can reach speeds of up to 370 km/h.
Around 20 Brazilian engineers specializing in aeronautics are part of the LUS-222 program team at the headquarters in Portugal, leading some aspects of the project. The company AKAER, from São José dos Campos (SP), will be responsible for manufacturing the fuselage, complete wing, stabilizers and control surfaces of the Portuguese aircraft in Brazil.
Market opportunities
The development of the LUS-222 by CTI Aeroespacial and CEiiA, with the support of the Portuguese Air Force, is taking place at a time when several armed forces are investing in modernizing their fleets, replacing old or end-of-life aircraft with more modern and sustainable models.
This is the case of the Portuguese Air Force itself and the Brazilian Air Force, which is looking for a replacement for the successful Embraer EMB-110 “Bandeirante”.
In addition, over the past ten years, Portugal and Brazil have maintained a partnership in the defense and security sector, with the aim of training the Portuguese Air Force. In this context, the European country acquired KC-390 and A-29 aircraft manufactured by Embraer.
The LUS-222 program aims to put this partnership into practice again, but in reverse, with the purchase of the Portuguese aircraft by the Brazilian military.
Focus on sustainability
The first flight of the LUS-222 is scheduled for early 2028. The aircraft concept has already been finalized, and the engineering teams are now working on the detailed design. The investment in the project exceeds 220 million euros, already including the amount earmarked for the construction of the factory where the aircraft will be assembled, in Ponte de Sor, Portugal.
The aircraft program includes a research and development arm focused on studying and evaluating the use of alternative engines and fuels, as well as more sustainable materials and manufacturing and assembly processes.
The idea is to incorporate clean energy sources (such as hydrogen, electric or hybrid propulsion systems and ammonia batteries), use natural fibers for acoustic insulation and employ augmented reality to optimize aircraft maintenance and reduce costs.
The Ponte de Sor factory was designed to assemble 12 LUS-222 aircraft per year, operating in one shift. Depending on demand, it will be possible to double production, with the unit operating in two shifts. Commercial initiatives with four air forces and global cargo transportation companies are already underway.
High-resolution satellite images
Another CTI Aeroespacial product that will be presented at LAAD Defense & Security 2025 is the Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), a satellite capable of generating images with a resolution of 30 centimeters. Created to integrate the Atlantic Constellation — a land and sea observation system developed by Portugal and Spain — the technology aims to support emergency management.
The Atlantic Constellation includes 16 satellites and a data processing and fusion center, the Atlantic Data Hub. The system generates submetric images with intraday revisit, with impacts on Defense and Security, the Economy and Sustainability.
The CTI Aeroespacial brings together the three entities responsible for implementing
implementation of the Atlantic Constellation in Portugal: Geosat, the system operator; CEiiA; and the Portuguese Air Force.
About the LUS-222 Program
The first complete aeronautical program in Portugal, whose objective is to develop, industrialize, operate and commercialize a light regional aircraft. The program, supported by the Air Force and the country's government, is financed by private funds and public resources from the European NextGeneration, intended to boost Portuguese industrial capacity.
EEA Aircraft & Maintenance, S.A. (EEA) is responsible for the entire program and is leading the manufacturing, assembly, certification and commercial negotiation processes of the LUS-222 aircraft, in addition to all maintenance and in-service support activities. The Engineering and Product Development Center (CEiiA), active in the aeronautics sector since 2009, is responsible for the complete development of the aircraft, through the CTI Aeroespacial.
The scope of work ranges from concept to certification, including all engineering activities related to aircraft structures, aerodynamics, performance and testing. The Portuguese government, represented by the Ministries of Economy and Defence, the Portuguese Air Force (FAP) and the municipalities of Évora and Ponte de Sor are partners in the LUS-222 Programme.
Born from a partnership between the Portuguese Air Force, CEiiA and Geosat, the CTI Aeroespacial is a technology and innovation centre dedicated to the creation and development of knowledge, technologies and applications for the aerospace industry, in order to respond to global challenges and help build a safer and more sustainable society.
In the coming years, the activities of the CTI Aeroespacial will focus on the development of the LUS-222 light regional aircraft and the SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar) capability, as well as the articulation of knowledge with universities and industry to form value chains in the defence and security area.
CTI Aeroespacial lidera o projeto do bimotor de uso civil e militar que já desperta interesse no mercado e é uma das atrações da LAAD Defence & Security 2025 Especializado na produção de conhecimento, tecnologias e soluções para a indústria aeroespacial, o Centro de Tecnologia e Inovação...
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