Boeing To Showcase Key Defence Systems, Capabilities At LIMA 2015

Boeing and Kongsberg Defense Systems of Norway completed a successful check of the Joint Strike Missile (JSM) on an F/A-18F Super Hornet at the Boeing St. Louis facility to ensure the weapons fit on the aircraft’s external pylons

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 -- The Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (MSA) and F/A-18E/F Super Hornet will, among others, be showcased at the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) from March 17-21, 2015.

Other key Boeing capabilities to be featured include the AH-6i Light Attack/ Reconnaissance helicopter and the ScanEagle from Boeing subsidiary, Insitu Pacific, Boeing said in a statement.

Malaysia Takes Delivery of Its First Airbus A400M

First RMAF A400M in-flight (Source: Airbus Defence and Space)

Airbus Defence and Space has formally delivered the first of four Airbus A400M military transport ordered by the Royal Malaysian Air Force. The handover also marks the first delivery of an A400M to an export customer outside the original launch nations.

A400M centrepiece of Airbus Group at LIMA 2015

Airbus A400M (Source: Airbus Group)

The Airbus Group will have a major presence at the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) with its technologically-advanced airlifter, the A400M, making its debut at the Show which will be held from March 17-22, 2015.

On display will be the A400M, designated MSN22, the first of four A400M which was delivered to the Royal Malaysian Air Force on 9th of March. The A400M will be performing a special fly-past on the opening day and will, thereafter, be on static display.

Terma to Showcase Naval and Airborne Products and Solutions at LIMA 2015

SCANTER 4100 Radar System on Royal Navy's HMS Clyde (Source: Terma)

Terma will be present at the biennial LIMA exhibition (Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace exhibition) 17-21 March in Malaysia. 

At the exhibition, Terma will display naval and airborne products and solutions:
SCANTER radar solutions for superior air and surface surveillance.
C-Guard Decoy Launcher for multi-layered 360 degree protection of naval platforms.
C-Flex Command & Control System for unparalleled situational awareness at sea.
Electronic Warfare Management System and 3D-Audio solution for aircraft and helicopters.

Latest Evolution Of Lockheed Martin Laser Weapon System Stops Truck In Field Test

Lockheed Martin ATHENA laser weapon system defeats a truck target by disabling the engine, demonstrating its military effectiveness against enemy ground vehicles. (Source: Lockheed Martin)

BETHESDA, Md., March 3, 2015 – Lockheed Martin’s  30-kilowatt fiber laser weapon system successfully disabled the engine of a small truck during a recent field test, demonstrating the rapidly evolving precision capability to protect military forces and critical infrastructure.

Known as ATHENA, for Advanced Test High Energy Asset, the ground-based prototype system burned through the engine manifold in a matter of seconds from more than a mile away. The truck was mounted on a test platform with its engine and drive train running to simulate an operationally-relevant test scenario.

Cutting Edge Solutions from Saab at LIMA 2015

The Gripen NG (Source: Saab)

Saab will be present at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre, Langkawi, Malaysia from 17-21 March 2015, where company will put on display a spectrum of Saab systems covering the air, surface, land and coastal security domains that provide Malaysian military forces complete command over the country.

The security landscape changes rapidly, and countries need sophisticated capabilities to counter emerging threats. Advanced technology and innovative thinking are the key to maintaining security and protecting your interests.

Russian Helicopters to Showcase Mi-171A2 at LIMA 2015

Mi-171A2 first flight (Source: Russian Helicopters)

Russian Helicopters, part of State Corporation Rostec, will showcase its new commercial models at Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA-2015), which takes place on the Malaysian island of Langkawi on 17-21 March. 

At LIMA-2015 Russian Helicopters will showcase the multirole Mi-171A2 and Ansat helicopters. The new Mi-171A2 is a medium helicopter built using the latest technologies and engineering solutions. It is a reliable and safe aircraft that sets new standards for medium-class helicopters worldwide. The Mi-171A2 is currently undergoing the final stages of testing.

BAE Systems at LIMA 2015

Phased Development of Eurofighter Typhoon (Source: BAE Systems)

BAE recently announced the focus of its participation in the 13th Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition, to be held from 17th to 21st March 2015.  

“The key focus for BAE Systems this year will be centred around our strategy to develop a local presence through the strengthening of partnerships, both new and existing. Our attendance and objective this time is aligned to the focus of ASEAN in both Security and Economic areas while also addressing our significant investment to date in Malaysia and the desire to expand our portfolio  across the region,” said John Brosnan, Managing Director, BAE Systems, South East Asia.

US Marines Demonstrate Capabilities to Malaysian Armed Forces

A Malaysian soldier watching the Osprey during the demonstration (Source: USMC)

SEPANGGAR, SABAH, Malaysia – Members of the Malaysian armed forces, alongside Malaysian and U.S. government officials, observed a theater security cooperation event with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit here Feb. 27.

The amphibious air-ground demonstration provided an opportunity for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and MAF to build relationships and pave the way for future exercises in Malaysia. 

US Defense Intelligence Agency's Take on China

PLA Navy, future adversary? (Source: US Navy) 

US Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) Director Lt Gen Vincent Stewart recently provided the agency's latest assessment of the global security environment and to address the threats facing the US at the Senate Armed Services Committee Worldwide Threat Assessment Hearing. 

ON CHINA

According to DIA, China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) is building a modern military capable of defending China's "core interests" of preserving its political system, protecting territorial integrity and sovereignty (China views these to include Taiwan and other contested claims to land and water), and ensuring sustainable economic and social development.