PARIS, June 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Embraer Defense
& Security and ELTA Systems Ltd (ELTA), a subsidiary of Israel
Aerospace Industries (IAI), signed at the 53rd
International Paris Air Show a Strategic Cooperation Agreement to
introduce the P600 AEW (Airborne Early Warning). Designed to
compete in a new segment of the AEW market, this next generation
aircraft is based on the advanced super midsize platform of the
Embraer Praetor 600 business jet. The primary sensor of the P600
AEW is the IAI/ELTA 4th generation Digital Active
Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar with integrated IFF
capabilities.
In this cooperation, Embraer Defense & Security is to
provide the air platform, ground support, communications systems
and aircraft integration while ELTA is to provide the AEW radar,
SIGINT (Signals Intelligence) and other electronic systems and
system integration.
The P600 AEW addresses the growing market of Intelligence,
Surveillance and Reconnaissance capabilities for countries that
require cost-effective, high performance and flexible solutions for
defense and homeland security missions. The Embraer Praetor 600 is
the best performing super-midsize bizjet in its category, offering
intercontinental range with an outstanding payload capability, high
availability and reliability, short turn-around and low life cycle
costs. Coupled with ELTA's superior radar technology, the P600 AEW
offers the benefits of cutting edge, proven systems and provides
capabilities available until now only on much larger platforms.
The P600 AEW can provide an extended Air Situational Picture by
monitoring aerial activity in areas outside ground radar coverage.
It can perform various missions such as Air Defense, Early Warning,
Command and Control, Fighter Fleet Efficiency, Territorial Defense,
and Maritime Surveillance. Also, the P600 AEW can be configured
with the full range of AEW&C sensor and control systems,
including; 4th generation Digital AESA AEW Radar, civil
and military IFF, ESM/ELINT with Radar Warning Receiver
capability, Command & Control, comprehensive communication
suite including Data Networks and Satellite Links, and a robust
Self Protection Suite (SPS).
A comprehensive communications suite allows for data link
capability as well as satellite communication for operations beyond
the line of sight data link. It also secures interoperability with
allied forces. Network centric warfare (NCW) capability transforms
the P600 AEW into a member of a tactical network. An advanced
self-protection system (SPS) performs the detection of potential
threats activating any required electronic support measures.
"This aircraft delivers superior performance and flexibility
that translates into the greatest value proposition in its
category", said Jackson Schneider,
President & CEO Embraer Defense & Security. "It can be
easily configured to match the customer needs and it can perform a
wide variety of missions in a very efficient and cost-effective
way".
"As part of IAI's new strategy, we are ramping up our
collaborations with global business entities, leveraging the
know-how and technology accumulated over decades of aerospace and
defense operations. As the pioneers of the bizjet AEW, ELTA Systems
has made large strides over the years towards offering cost
effective AEW capabilities for the growing and changing global
needs", said Yoav Tourgeman, ELTA
President & IAI Executive VP. "Our partnership, forged with
Embraer Defense & Security, enables us to introduce a new
market segment by offering a cost effective midsize bizjet AEW
system".
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About Embraer
A global aerospace company headquartered in Brazil, Embraer celebrates its 50th
anniversary with businesses in Commercial and Executive aviation,
Defense & Security and Agricultural Aviation. The company
designs, develops, manufactures and markets aircraft and systems,
providing Services & Support to customers after-sales.
Since it was founded in 1969, Embraer has delivered more than
8,000 aircraft. On average, about every 10 seconds an aircraft
manufactured by Embraer takes off somewhere in the world,
transporting over 145 million passengers a year.
Embraer is the leading manufacturer of commercial jets up to 150
seats and the main exporter of high value-added goods in
Brazil. The company maintains
industrial units, offices, service and parts distribution centers,
among other activities, across the Americas, Africa, Asia
and Europe.
About Israel Aerospace Industries
IAI Ltd. is Israel's largest
aerospace and defense company and a globally recognized technology
and innovation leader, specializing in developing and manufacturing
advanced, state-of-the-art systems for air, space, sea, land, cyber
and homeland security. Since 1953, the company has provided
advanced technology solutions to government and commercial
customers worldwide including: satellites, missiles, weapon systems
and munitions, unmanned and robotic systems, radars, C4ISR and
more. IAI also designs and manufactures business jets and
aerostructures, performs overhaul and maintenance on commercial
aircraft and converts passenger aircraft to refueling and cargo
configurations.
For further details:
Valtecio Alencar, Corporate Communications, Embraer, Tel.
+5511 98106-7295, valtecio.alencar@embraer.com.br
Dafna Slyper Ravitz,
Communication Manager, IAI, Tel. 052-3189797
daravitz@iai.co.il, www.iai.co.il
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