Saab recently offered AESA radar integrated with an Electronic Warfare suite for the Tejas LCA Mk1A aircraft. What is the update on that?

Yes, Saab has offered state-of-the-art technology consisting of GaN based AESA fighter radar and EW suite to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for integration on LCA Mk1A. The customer is now evaluating the bids.

Tell us about the ToT contract signed between Saab and HAL for the Integrated Defensive Aids Suite (IDAS) system.

Saab has supplied its IDAS to the HAL ALH (Advanced Light Helicopter) helicopter, which includes a comprehensive transfer of technology (ToT) for maintenance and production of IDAS in India.  Saab is now in the process of implementing the ToT at HAL.

Saab has supplied its IDAS suite internationally to many different platforms that include rotary wing, fixed wing and fighter aircraft to international customers in Africa, Europe, Middle East, Asia and South America.

India is experimenting with remote air traffic control towers. What are the opportunities that you see in the civil aviation sector?

Saab’s revolutionary Remote Tower concept promises a completely new approach to Air Traffic Management at airports. While not changing the proven routines and procedures of Air Traffic Control itself, it uses the latest high-technology digital sensors and visual display systems to both increase traffic capacity and to enhance safety and efficiency by improving the controllers’ situational awareness. This could act as a force multiplier for India’s regional airports, enabling multiple low-cost, no-frills airports to be controlled from regional hubs.

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Our Digital Tower Solutions represent the next revolution in air traffic control, enabling air traffic services to be provided more efficiently for any airport, from any remote location.

With more and more airports coming up within India, Saab’s Remote Tower Solution fits perfectly to boost India’s regional connectivity scheme (UDAN) by providing smarter, cost effective solutions by digitising and integrating airport functions. Whether that airport is an international hub, a small regional airport or a new airport, Saab offers cost effective solutions that improves safety and enable