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QinetiQ wins €284M aerial training services contract with German armed forces 🪖✈️ QinetiQ, the global defence and security company, has reported that its global threat representation business had been awarded its largest and longest contract - from the German armed forces (Bundeswehr), air force, army, navy, and special forces. The 10-year aerial training services (ATS) deal is worth €284 million and comes with a two-year extension option. QinetiQ, which is headquartered in Farnborough, will provide a range of tailored services including joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training, Red Air training and close air support. It will also offer maritime air operations, ground control intercept training, air traffic control training and target towing for ground based air defence systems - all delivered by its newly enhanced QinetiQ fleet of eleven PC-9 and four PC-12 aircraft. Continue reading... https://lnkd.in/eK2ugEJk #military #armedforced #finance #funding #investing #training #international #aviation #businessnews #businessintelligence

The Price of Power: U.S. spends $13.6bn yearly to maintain military aircraftsMaintaining the world's most advanced military aircraft comes at a hefty price. The United States Air Force and Navy gulp  $13.6 billion annually to keep their fleets operational. Aging aircraft, specialised maintenance requirements, and parts shortages contribute to rising costs, challenging both branches to balance readiness with budget constraints. Despite these challenges, the U.S. remains a dominant force in the air, showcasing the high cost of maintaining military power. #USMilitary #AircraftMaintenance #DefenseSpending

At the recent SGIS Technical Concentration (TC) the tasks focused on the evolution of tactical military communication systems. Specialist Reservists worked on enhancing capabilites for combat net radio, wide area networking and satellite communications. A separate task saw the unit's expertise deployed on a joint task with Royal Air Force (RAF) Force Digital Reserves. Personnel worked on the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) concept, which is both a proactive and reactive scheme of manoeuvre for RAF assets and resources. SGIS looked at communications platforms for Air Component Commanders to use for effective command and control. Another area focus for soldiers and officers on the TC was the digitisation of internal processes, which will transform the way business is done. These were just a few aspects of the final concentration of 2023, which highlighted the broad and diverse range of skills the Army personnel of SGIS offers its customers across the Army and wider Defence. Hosting some senior Royal Navy and Royal Marines visitors over the weekend, SGIS touched all three single services as well as UK Strategic Command. #specialist #Reservists #technical #bespoke #teamwork #Defence #digitisation

We have demonstrated the capabilities of the future European Strategic Command and Control System during the first real military exercises carried out by the #EU. The system was deployed on the Spanish Navy’s Juan Carlos I aircraft carrier and it exchanged real-time data with the command center set up in Brussels to demonstrate the benefits that this technology can bring to the planning of a mission as large as #MILEX23. 🔗https://bit.ly/3u3BRQS #Defence European Defence Fund Ministerio de Defensa Armada

3 Models for Integration for Military Forces - 1. Geographical Integration Model: Theatre command concept, all combat and support elements within the defined region are under the operational command of the theatre commander. Individual services focus on training, maintenance, and procurement. E.g India's Andaman Nicobar Command (ANC) 2. Resource Integration Model: A resource deployed by various divisions and wings of the armed forces, irrespective of their parent service, is brought under the command of a central authority. It helps in equipment management, maintenance, and training. E.g., the UK's Joint Helicopter Command (JHC). 3. Functional Integration Model: All activities with a specific function are put under a central authority. It supports a clear chain of command and a smooth decision-making hierarchy. E.g, India's Strategic Forces Command, North American Air Defence Command (NORAD)

Commandos hit frozen roads of the Arctic during sub-zero driver training -@forces.net https://hubs.li/Q029zMRj0 "Personnel from the Commando Logistic Regiment have been putting themselves and their vehicles to the test at Camp Viking in Norway. The Commandos have been practising driving both military and civilian vehicles – getting to grips with the challenges faced when negotiating the tricky sub-zero conditions." Calian Group supports training events for NATO through the NATO Joint Warfare Centre in Stavanger, Norway including deterrence and protection of NATO's eastern and northern flanks. Calian Group develops complex training exercises for military customers, integrating recent lessons learned to deliver the most realistic experience possible. Using constructive, virtual and live simulation, we provide a real "train-as-you-fight" training experience to deliver readiness for military customers. Learn more about our end-to-end approach to training (https://hubs.li/Q029zJN90 -) and how we integrate lessons learned into training @https://lnkd.in/ewFp4wh7 #defence #defense #militarytraining #militarysimulation #scenariodevelopment Note: Articles posted or shared on this Calian Defence Solutions site are for informational purposes only. Any views or opinions expressed herein are those of the articles’ authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Calian Group.

🌐 Collaboration Across Borders: Foreign Military Detachments at U.S. Bases Did you know that several U.S. military bases host detachments from foreign nations? These collaborative efforts strengthen international partnerships and enhance military capabilities. Let’s explore a few examples: 🇩🇪 Germany: The German Armed Forces Command, headquartered in Reston, Virginia, serves as the administrative and logistical hub for all German military activities in the U.S. and Canada. It’s where coordination, pilot training, and defense material management occur. 🇮🇹 Italy: Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas hosts the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program (ENJJPT). This program trains pilots from 14 NATO member nations. Upon graduation, these aviators continue country-specific training. 🇳🇱 The Netherlands: Dutch pilots, once trained specifically on the F-16 fighter aircraft at Morris Air National Guard Base in Arizona, now utilize Luke Air Force Base for training on the newer F-35 aircraft. 🇸🇬 Singapore: The 428th Fighter Squadron at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base includes Singaporean airmen. Under the Peace Carvin V program, they train and qualify on the F-15 alongside their American counterparts. 🇬🇧 United Kingdom: Edwards Air Force Base in California hosts the British Royal Air Force’s XVII Test and Evaluation Squadron. Their expertise contributes to bringing F-35 aircraft into service. These are not independent foreign bases but rather collaborative initiatives within U.S. military installations. 🤝 Feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments! 👇

My book "Military Aircraft Contracts" is dedicated to all the previous military personnel who have dedicated their lives and time to military aviation. The book is intended as a reference point for improvement. In time, it becomes even more important to leave a record of what we have accomplished. I would appreciate any input from the past on how future Military Aviation can be improved. Our future may depend on our past. #aircraftmaintenance#Training#MilitaryContracts#Memories

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