Armée Emirati/Union Defence Force (UAE)

En combat BVR les pilotes ne se voient plus, lorsqu'un avion se trouve dépourvu en missiles suite aux tirs de ces derniers, il rentre à la base se réapprovisionner ou non, repartir en mission ou non. Si le dogfight est mis de côté ça ne veut pas dire pour autant que ce type de combat ne se produira plus.

La visite du Chef militaire des EAU à la coré du sud a pour objectif de reprondre les pourparlers sur la vente Du T-50 Golden Egle jet d'entraînement supersonique.

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UAE Military Chief Visits S. Korea

SEOUL - Lt. Gen. Hamad Mohammed Thani Al Rumaithi, chief of staff of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) armed forces, arrived in Seoul on Feb. 22 for a four-day visit, the Ministry of National Defense said.
The visit by the UAE military leader comes amid high expectations here that the two countries could resume talks on the sale of the T-50 Golden Eagle supersonic trainer jet, jointly built by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) and Lockheed Martin.Related Topics
Last month, it was revealed that the Emirates had reopened talks with KAI on the T-50 after failing to finalize an agreement on the purchase of Italy's M-346 trainer jet.
The UAE selected Alenia Aermacchi last year as the preferred bidder for a $1.4 billion deal to acquire 48 trainers. But the Middle East nation has failed to reach a deal with the Italian company because of "misunderstanding" over trainer specifications, according to an Arabian defense source.
Seoul's defense officials declined to elaborate on the topics to be discussed between Al Rumaithi and South Korean Defense Minister Kim Tae-young Feb. 23.
"Through the bilateral talks, both leaders will discuss a wide range of issues to improve bilateral defense cooperation, such as high-level military exchange visits, military training, cooperation on arms acquisition and support," the ministry said in a news release.
During his stay, the UAE chief of staff is scheduled to visit South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Special Warfare Command in Seoul and the Naval Operations Command in the southern port city of Busan, it said.
Last November, Kim visited the United Arab Emirates to support the country's successful bid to build four nuclear reactors in the Arab nation. Kim met UAE leaders at that time and agreed to bolster their defense cooperation by promising to transfer key arms technologies to the Emirates, according to sources.
The T-50 also is competing with the M-346 for a deal in Singapore to buy 10 to 14 aircraft. Other potential customers include Iraq, Israel, Greece and Poland.
The single-engine T-50 features digital flight controls and a modern, ground-based training system. It is designed to have the maneuverability, endurance and systems to prepare pilots to fly next-generation fighter jets, such as the Eurofighter Typhoon, the F-22 Raptor, the Rafale and the F-35 Lightning II.
The jet has a top speed of Mach 1.4 and an operational range of 1,851 kilometers.

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ils laissent tomber le M346 ou quoi

https://far-maroc.forumpro.fr/salon-membres-f12/presentation-t2533.htm

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Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Orlando, Fla., was awarded on March 31 a $5,669,300 firm-fixed-price contract. This procurement is for issuance of an undefinitized contract action for the purchase of performance-based logistics in support of Foreign Military Sales customer United Arab Emirates for the AH-64 Apache modernized target acquisition designation sight/pilot night vision sensor. Work is to be performed in Orlando, Fla., with an estimated completion date of March 31, 2012. One bid was solicited with one bid received. Army Contracting Command, Aviation & Missile Command Contracting Center, CCAM-AP-B, Redstone Arsenal, Ala., is the contracting activity (W58RGZ-10-C-0028).

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Le rafale proche d’un envol low-cost aux émirats
Dassault serait très proche de vendre ses avions de combat Rafale aux Emirats arabes unis. Ce qui serait une façon pour la fédération de compenser la perte - très humiliante pour la France - du marché des réacteurs nucléaires attribué en décembre à la Corée du Sud. «Mais ce contrat des Rafale risque de nous coûter cher, confie un industriel du secteur. D’abord parce que le client exige que Paris lui rachète au préalable ses Mirage 2000-9, des avions très sophistiqués dont on ne sait pas quoi faire ; ensuite parce qu’il serre tellement les prix qu’on ne gagnera pas grand-chose. Souvenez-vous de la vente des 388 chars Leclerc aux Emirats dans les années 90. Conclu à perte, ce contrat a bien failli faire mourir son fabricant, le Giat [devenu Nexter, ndlr].» Et le marché brésilien, alors ? Le même industriel sourit : «Le président Lula va faire le job : il va signer une lettre d’intention. Puis il faudra négocier le contrat, ce qui prendra des mois. Entre-temps, il y aura eu des élections, il faudra sans doute recommencer…».

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Pledge to build fighter jets in capital
Ivan Gale
Last Updated: April 27. 2010 9:50PM UAE / April 27. 2010 5:50PM GMT
A consortium of French aerospace companies hoping to sell as many as 60 Rafale fighter jets to the UAE is offering to set up facilities to make the aircraft in Abu Dhabi.

The plane maker Dassault, the aerospace company Thales, the engine maker Snecma, the missile builder MBDA and the avionics maker Sagem make up the French consortium.

The companies have issued a proposal to train UAE nationals in aerospace manufacturing and production to handle local production of the jet, according to Major Gen Khalid al Buainnain, the former Commander of the UAE Air Force and Air Defence.

“The programmes will be about how to manufacture aircraft, how to manage factories and about quality-controlled production,” said Major Gen al Buainnain, the chairman of Baynuna Group. Baynuna is the local partner in the consortium and the jets deal is reportedly worth as much as €10bn (Dh48.87bn).

Under the proposal, “it is not only the Rafale that could be manufactured here, but also executive jets and aircraft electronics”, Major Gen al Buainnain said, noting that negotiations between the French group and the UAE Armed Forces were “progressing well” and could be concluded this year.

The offer is just the latest twist in almost two years of efforts by France to sell the UAE its newest fighter jet. If the offer goes through, it would boost Abu Dhabi’s plans to create a local, viable aerospace industry, while also marking the first export customer for the multi-role jet.

In June 2008, the UAE said it was “seriously considering” the possibility that the Rafale could enter service in about 2013. The deal would reportedly include a provision for France to buy back the UAE’s fleet of Mirage 2000s, which is due to undergo a comprehensive mid-life upgrade at about the same time.

The UAE has requested an advanced version of the Rafale, with adaptations including a more powerful engine and radar system than those designed for the French air force and navy.

While French industry officials said the upgrades would not require major redesign work for the Rafale fuselage, it remained to be seen who would shoulder the extra development costs.

The UAE is the fourth-largest arms importer in the world and has sought to structure defence contracts in ways that help it achieve the development goals of Abu Dhabi’s 2030 plan, such as building a knowledge-based economy, technology transfer and boosting local industrial capabilities.

To implement the Rafale manufacturing plan, the consortium was working with local organisations such as the Offsets Programme Bureau, Mubadala Development and the Khalifa University of Science, Technology and Research, Major Gen al Buainnain said.

State-backed development organisations and a growing list of academic institutions are increasing their capabilities to make the capital an aerospace centre, encompassing manufacturing, maintenance, research and development and training.

An area adjacent to Al Ain airport is being developed to accommodate new aerospace ventures. In addition, Tawazun, the commercial arm of the Offsets Programme Bureau, has been planning its own industrial park that would one day be home to local and foreign companies involved in defence.

Major Gen Buainnain said the French group was open to locating the Rafale venture at any of these sites or elsewhere, such as the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi or the Khalifa Port and Industrial Zone.

“Location won’t be an issue because Abu Dhabi is very small – we will all work towards synergy,” he said. “The question is about infrastructure and having enough power and facilities.”

France is a major supplier to the Armed Forces. The largest orders include 63 Dassault Mirage fighter jets in the 1980s, and some 400 Leclerc main battle tanks in 1994.

In February last year, bilateral relations between France and the UAE were strengthened after the establishment of a permanent French naval base in Abu Dhabi.

http://www.thenational.ae/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20100427/BUSINESS/704279882/1005/BUSINESS

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Four A330 MRTT customer versions underway in Spain
Work is now well underway on the first Airbus Military A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), meaning that aircraft for all four current MRTT customers are in conversion
The latest aircraft to begin the process is the first of three for the UAE which will all be completed by Airbus Military. They are configured with Airbus Military´s advanced Aerial Refuelling Boom System (ARBS) and two underwing hose-and-drogue refuelling pods.
This aircraft joins those for Australia, Saudi Arabia and United Kingdom, which are already under conversion in Spain. Altogether five MRTTs are now undergoing conversion, and
Head of Airbus Military Derivatives Antonio Caramazana said: “All of these programmes are making excellent progress and demonstrating the increasing maturity of the conversion process. We very much look forward to delivering the first aircraft this year.”
About the A330 MRTT
The Airbus Military A330 MRTT is the only new generation strategic tanker/transport aircraft flying and available today. The large 111 tonnes/ 245,000 lb basic fuel capacity of the successful A330-200 airliner, from which it is derived, enables the A330 MRTT to excel in Air-to-Air Refuelling missions without the need for any additional fuel tank. The A330 MRTT is offered with a choice of proven air-to-air refuelling systems including an advanced Airbus Military Aerial Refuelling Boom System, and/or a pair of under-wing hose and drogue pods, and/or a Fuselage Refuelling Unit.
Thanks to its true wide-body fuselage, the A330 MRTT can also be used as a pure transport aircraft able to carry 300 troops, or a payload of up to 45 tonnes/99,000 lb. It can also easily be converted to accommodate up to 130 stretchers for Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC). To-date, a total of 28 A330 MRTTs have been ordered by four customers (Australia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom), with one (Saudi Arabia) having already placed a repeat order.

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French Consortium to Build Rafale Fighter Jet in UAE
A consortium of French aircraft firms is considering setting up a manufacturing site in the UAE to build Rafale fighter jets for the country's air force.
The consortium, which includes Dassault, Thales, Snecma, MBDA and Sagem, plans to sell 60 Rafale fighter jets to the UAE Air Force (UAEAF), under a €10bn ($13bn) deal.
The firms have also proposed to train UAE nationals in aerospace manufacturing and production to handle the local production of the jet.
The consortium will also manufacture executive jets and aircraft electronics in the UAE, according to The National.
The UAE has had plans to acquire Rafale aircraft since June 2008. The aircraft, with its more powerful engine and radar system, will replace the air force's fleet of Mirage 2000 aircraft.

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United Arab Emirates – Logistics Support for C-17 Globemaster Aircraft

WASHINGTON, May 26, 2010 – The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) of logistics support and training for two C-17 Globemaster III aircraft and associated equipment, parts, and logistical support for an estimated cost of $250 million.

The Government of the UAE has requested a possible sale of logistics support and training for two additional C-17 Globemaster III aircraft being procured through a Direct Commercial Sale, 2 AN/AAR-47 Missile Warning Systems, 4 AN/ARC-210 (RT-1794C) HAVE QUICK II Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio Systems, 2 AN/ALE-47 Countermeasure Dispensing Sets, ferry support, communication and navigation equipment, spare and repair parts, support and test equipment, publications and technical documentation, maintenance, personnel training and training equipment, U.S. Government and contractor engineering and logistics support services, preparation of aircraft for shipment, and other related elements of logistics support. The estimated cost is $250 million.

This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a critical and key partner/ally which has been, and continues to be, an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East.

The proposed sale will provide the UAE the capability to transport equipment and troops in the region, as well as to support U.S. and NATO airlift requirements in Afghanistan.

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Pantsir-S1: deux lots de systèmes antiaériens russes pour les EAU en 2010
La Russie fournira deux lots de systèmes antiaériens Pantsir-S1 aux Emirats Arabes Unis avant la fin de l'année en cours, a annoncé mercredi à RIA Novosti le vice-directeur du Service fédéral pour la coopération militaire et technique (FS VTS) Viatcheslav Dzirkaln.
"Cette année la livraison sera achevée. Nous fournirons encore deux lots de ces systèmes, et le contrat sera ainsi finalisé", a indiqué le responsable qui conduit la délégation russe qui participe à Abou Dhabi à la réunion de la commission intergouvernementale Russie-EAU sur la coopération militaire et technique.
La Russie et les Emirats ont signé en 2000 un contrat sur l'achat par ces derniers de 50 systèmes antiaériens de type Pantsir-S1 pour un montant de 734 millions de dollars.
M. Dzirkaln a toutefois souligné qu'il était prématuré d'évoquer toute perspective de fourniture supplémentaire de ces armes aux Emirats et que la suite de cette coopération consisterait à former des spécialistes: personnel d'exploitation, de réparation et de maintenance.
Le système antiaérien de courte portée Pantsir-S1 a été développé par le Bureau d'études de Toula (180km de Moscou). Selon les spécialistes, ce système unique au monde est capable de frapper les cibles aériennes les plus modernes (surtout les armes de haute précision) à 20km de distance et à des altitudes allant de zéro à 15km. Les missiles tirés par Pantsir-S1 se déplacent à la vitesse de 1.300 mètres par seconde. Ils sont capables de frapper quatre cibles simultanément

RIA Novosti

Yakuza a écrit:

ils laissent tomber le M346 ou quoi

il est fort possible que les EAU se mettent au T-50 opérationel et livrable tres vite contrairment au M-346
il y a aussi sans doutes un jeu politique derriere ce revirement

thierrytigerfan a écrit:

Yakuza a écrit:

ils laissent tomber le M346 ou quoi

il est fort possible que les EAU se mettent au T-50 opérationel et livrable tres vite contrairment au M-346
il y a aussi sans doutes un jeu politique derriere ce revirement

Les M-346 devaient etre montés aux EAU mais finalement ça ne se fera pas, c'est sans doute ce qui a motivé les EAU de se pencher vers un autre Jet d'entraînement.

n´oubliez pas le deal nucleaire de 20B$ raflé par la SudCorée,une douche froide a Paris,je crois que les 2 vont intensifier leur cooperation dans tous les domaines a fond..

C'est une bonne décision de la part des émiratis, les coréens partagent leur technologie très facilement..

surtout que les sud-coréens accept le transfert techno.

quel jeux jouent-ils ces emiratis?ou bien pressions US pour torpiller le M346?

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DATE:17/06/10
SOURCE:Flight International
UAE reopens trainer talks
By Stephen Trimble

Lockheed Martin has confirmed that the United Arab Emirates has resumed talks with rival bidders for a contract to supply a fleet of advanced jet trainer and light attack aircraft, about 16 months after signing an agreement with Alenia Aermacchi.

The UAE never finalised a planned contract to buy 48 M-346 Master jets after announcing an agreement in February 2009 at the IDEX exhibition in Abu Dhabi.

The defence ministry called a press conference at the Dubai air show last November to make an announcement about the agreement, but cancelled the event minutes before it was scheduled to begin.

The issue raised doubts about Alenia Aermacchi's ability to secure the deal against rivals from BAE Systems, offering the Hawk 128, and Korea Aerospace Industries/Lockheed with the T-50 Golden Eagle.

Asked whether Lockheed believes the UAE trainer/light attack jet deal is back in contention, Lockheed director of T-50 business development Doug Miller said: "Yes, I believe so."

Miller adds that the discussions with UAE officials are not formally acknowledged in Abu Dhabi. "But there's certainly renewed activity and discussions with the viable candidates," he says.

It's possible that the UAE could simply delay the contract award for a "number of years", Miller adds.

Alenia Aermacchi M346

Yakuza, au dernières nouvelles le T-50 était favori, il me semble que je l'ai lu quelque part ici... Les EAU le préfère en raison du transfert de technologie.

oui mais Alenia y etait prete aussi,la phrase en gras montre qu´il y´a eu pressions de derniere minute

Oui.

A ton avis, pourquoi les US voudraient empêcher Alenia de conclure ce contrat?

ben le T50 est a moitié LockMart,je me demande si les italiens n´ont pas servis seulement de lievre

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France and UAE Rafale Fighter Talks Underway
Technical talks over the sale of Rafale fighter jets to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by France are underway and could soon be finalised according to French Defence minister Hérvé Morin.
Morin was quoted by France Info radio as saying that the discussion had been going on for months and was in the course of being finalised.
In 2008, the UAE began talks with France regarding acquiring the latest-generation Rafale fighters to replace its 60 aging Mirage fighters.
France is also ready to bear the modernisation costs, estimated to be about €2bn ($2.4bn) rather than the €4bn to €5bn ($4.9bn to $6.1bn) speculated earlier, according to Morin.

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To launch its first military boat Emirates made before the end of 2010


Launches Abu Dhabi Ship Building Factory first gunboat in the UAE, fully integrated within the project " Baynunah "common with the armed forces before the end of the year, According to Mohammed Salem Al Junaibi Director-General of the company.
The company is currently in the implementation of contracts and commitments for the establishment vessels worth in excess of 4 billion dirhams.
Junaibi said the " Union "yesterday that the company is working on Construction of five out of six ships from within the project " Baynunah " In a factory the company's take from the Abu Dhabi -based industrial laminated it.
And start handing over ships that are generated at the present time , respectively every six months after delivery of the first vessel is made in the State before the end of the year.

The ship delivered the second of the upcoming program " Baynunah ", which was officially launched , " Abu Dhabi Ship Building " in the second quarter of last year, the first ship in the same project type " Corvette " length of 72 meters, manufactured in France after the digital version of the pilot , according to Junaibi .
The " ADSB "and signed with the UAE Armed Forces contract for the establishment of six gunboats under the name of the project " Baynunah " In 2003 , while implementation started in 2007.
The ship " Baynunah " one of the largest gunboats arm system equipped with advanced multi-task to launch the rockets, as The cost of the project reached about one billion dollars.
On the other hand , is in " Abu Dhabi Ship Building "negotiations with official bodies in an Arab country in North Africa during the current phase in order to sign contracts for ships and boats, the establishment of a military character , according to Junaibi .
He pointed out that the company is currently studying a number of projects.
He explained, " is Taakedatna long-term , which is established with government and military in most cases, which usually require time and discussion with regard to design and modifications required it. "
The share of manufacturing processes associated with the military ships 80 % of the total of the company , and 20% on long-term commercial contracts , according to Jgne .
He predicted that the company Junaibi delivery of other boats during the current year , one for the Facilities Protection Service , while the company plans to deliver two boats of the Kingdom of Bahrain in 2011 as the second tranche of the boats that were delivered the past year.
The company acknowledged last October a naval landing craft , 16 meters long , to the Royal Navy in Bahrain, within the project to build four ships worth 84.4 million dirhams ( 23 million dollars). The General Command of the Armed Forces of the UAE announced during the International Defence Exhibition in Abu Dhabi in February 2009 announced the signing of two contracts with Abu Dhabi Ship Building to build 12 one boat fast fighting , and another for the management and rehabilitation of 12 boats there.
Was initiated during the same period to build 34 boat objection, each of which has length of 16 meters to the protection of vital installations and facilities .
In the context of a separate , reduced Junaibi of the effects and implications of the global financial crisis on the company's business during the past year .
"The global financial crisis did not affect our business , we are dealing in a fixed framework of the draft , and that our priorities have not changed Vtamlatna often with government agencies . "
The Company achieved Abu Dhabi Ship Building strong profits last year, 114.4 million dirhams a growth of 11 % compared to their profits recorded in the year 2008 , which amounted to 103.2 million dirhams.
The Junaibi "We strive to make our performance this year a better year than 2009. "
Owns the Abu Dhabi government 10% of the shares of Abu Dhabi Ship Building , while owned Mubadala Development Company 's share 40 % of the shares , while has some 6 thousand shareholders 50% of the shares listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange , amounting to around 665.654 million dirhams.
That, he said Junaibi "We will continue to achieve the best results taking advantage of the alliances that we have developed in the past, and those studying to be held in the next stage , according to the circumstances . "
In July 2009, the company launched Abu Dhabi Ship Building new company on behalf of the company " Gulf of logistics and support Marine ", through an alliance with " my TV Service Fleet ", which aimed at providing an integrated package of services, marine logistics , technical and training , in addition to consulting and technical support Navies , coast guards and maritime police and security agencies and special forces and commercial customers of other presidents .
The Junaibi to the new company have already started operation , where providing services to customers in the state.
On the other hand , began, " Abu Dhabi Ship Building , "which operates out of 1400 employees, the appointment of cadres of qualified nationals, and efficient high-level , by providing scholarships to citizens of the Higher Colleges of Technology , where the company has hired 17 students during the last period and is expected to The appointment of 20 others this year.

texte original en Arabe :
http://www.alittihad.ae/details.php?id=11685&y=2010

A mon avis, c'est plus destiné à l'algerie ou peut-être la tunisie... on affiche complet déjà nous, 4 OPV70, 3 sigma et 1 Fremm