RMAF to Have Training Base


New airbase it is reportedly believed to be at Kota Warisan in Dengkil, near the Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang (photo : Airplane Pictures).

KUALA LUMPUR: The new air force base, to replace the one at Sungai Besi, will primarily served as a training establishment.

Royal Malaysian Air Force chief Gen Tan Sri Rodzali Daud said the new base would house the numerous training facilities in the organisation 'under one roof' as a management and leadership centre, especially for non-commissioned officers.

"At the moment, our various training institutions, like the Air Force Specialty School in Tanjung Bungah, Penang, are scattered all over the country but soon, it will be centralised in one base.

"It will allow us to restructure our operations and relocate the air divisions and command headquarters to forward operational bases just like how the navy and army has done."

As part of the 'Air Force-Next Generation' strategy, Rodzali said the force would emphasise on courses in aero-mechanics, avionics, aerospace support equipment and information communications technology for the future generation of technically skilled personnel.

"Under our 'Engaging the Talent' mission, we want to nurture people with calibre and quality with skills in handling sophisticated equipment like digital avionics, as a way of keeping up with global challenges."

He declined to identify the exact location of the new air base, which will not have a runway, but it is reportedly believed to be at Kota Warisan in Dengkil, near the Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang.

"Having a runway will not be feasible as the Klang Valley already has a congested airspace," he told a press conference held in conjunction with RMAF's 53rd anniversary on Wednesday.

He said the bunkered air defence operations centre at the Sungai Besi base would be relocated, possibly to the air force commando base in Bukit Jugra in Banting, while the helicopter squadrons to Subang, home to the RMAF's VVIP jets and helicopters, Hercules C-130s, maritime patrol squadrons and a national disaster air relief centre.

The 160ha Sungai Besi air base will make way for the multi-billion ringgit upscale Bandar Malaysia, undertaken by 1Malaysia Development Bhd (IMDB) via the Armed Forces Superannuation Fund.

Meanwhile, he said the RMAF's development plan included buying the muti-role combat aircraft, radars, sensors and the airborne early warning and control system.

The shopping list also include the F-16 Fighting Falcon and F/A-18E/F Super Hornets of the United States, Dassault Aviation's Rafael from France and the Saab JAS 39 Gripen from Sweden.

"We are looking at acquiring between 12 and 18 ultra-modern fighter jets per squadron, to replace the aging MiG-29N Fulcrums by 2015. Ideally, we want to operate not more than two types of fighters for ease of logistics, maintenance and the like."

Rodzali added the RMAF would take delivery of 12 Eurocopter EC-725 from next year, six Airbus A400M medium-lift aeroplanes were due for delivery from 2015."

In the meantime, at least 15 of our Nuri S-61 Sikorsky helicopters will be refurbished with upgraded avionics to complement the Eurocopters.

A400M gets a lift, as EPI engine secures civil certification


Europrop International has secured civil type certification for the TP400-D6 turboprop engine powering Airbus Military's A400M transport, just days after resolving contractual issues with the aircraft's manufacturer.

Announced on 6 May, the certification milestone follows more than 8,000 flight hours and over 4,000h of additional ground testing of the TP400 achieved since the powerplant was first run in October 2005.

"Certifying the TP400 has presented a series of unique challenges due to the high power of the engine and the leading-edge technology that is incorporated within its design," said EPI technical director Martin Maltby.

"It is the first large turboprop engine to have been certified by the European Aviation Safety Agency and the first military engine to have been certified by EASA to civil standards from the outset," the company added. "During development testing the engine demonstrated exceptional performance operating at sea-level and altitude conditions. It also proved its ability to cope with birdstrike, ice and water ingestion."

Formed of ITP, MTU Aero Engines, Rolls-Royce and Snecma, EPI is responsible for delivering the A400M's entire propulsion system. At its heart are four three-shaft TP400s, each with 5.3m (17.4ft)-diameter, eight-bladed Ratier-Figeac/Hamilton Sundstrand propellers and capable of generating up to 11,000shp (8,200kW).

EPI on 3 May said that it had signed a contract amendment with Airbus Military, which "settles all outstanding issues between the two companies" linked to the late-running A400M programme.

The consortium has previously outlined a target of mid-2012 to also receive military certification for the engine. This clearance is required before production deliveries of the A400M can start from late the same year or early 2013.

Airbus Military is to build 170 A400Ms for its seven European launch customers: Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Spain, Turkey and the UK. It has so far secured an export order for another four aircraft to enter use with the Royal Malaysian Air Force.

Four of an eventual five "Grizzly" flight-test aircraft are involved in development activities from Seville in Spain and Toulouse in France. The fifth should fly soon.

The A400M will be on display at next month's Paris air show, and at the UK's 40th anniversary Royal International Air Tattoo in mid-July.
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Zahid willing to testify on French court regarding RMN scorpene sub deal 2011
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RMAF to Receive Delivery of New Assets from Early 2012

BUTTERWORTH (Bernama) -- The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) is expected to receive delivery of new military assets from early next year onwards which will enhance its role in protecting the country.

RMAF chief Jen Tan Sri Rodzali Daud said the acquisitions would include EC725 helicopters suitable for conducting search and rescue missions, scheduled for delivery in 2013.

The country''s air defence capability would further be enhanced with the delivery of new weapons and radar systems between 2012 and 2014, he said, adding that RMAF would acquire its first Airbus A400M air-lifters in 2015.




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Ground Master 400 (GM 400)


Thales Groundmaster 400 mobile air defence radar for RMAF will be delivered in 2012 (all photos : Defense Industry Daily)

The Ground Master 400 is part of ThalesRaytheonSystems’ fully digital 3D air defense radar family. Designed to protect key assets to forces deployed on remote operations, the Ground Master 400 is the only system of its kind to combine superior  detection of the most difficult threats at low, medium and high altitudes with an unprecedented level of availability and mobility. The Ground Master 400 has already been selected by Finland, Estonia, France, Malaysia and Slovenia.

Complies with the latest European environmental standards

Overview

The Ground Master is a family of versatile, multi-mission air defense radars, dedicated to the protection of key assets and forces deployed in remote theatres. This series of static and mobile radars provides complete air defense protection in a range greater than 400 kilometers. As ThalesRaytheonSystems delivers integrated systems, the Ground Master family radars can be delivered as simple radar systems to be integrated with existing command and control centers (C2) or with their very own integrated command and control center (radar + communications + command and control center).

At the top-end of the Ground Master Family with a detection range of over 400 kilometers, with its unique digital and redundant architecture, the Ground Master 400 radar is the most reliable and compact long-range radar on the market. It is the only radar to offer the highest operational availability, a highly simplified maintenance, and the most compact design making it easily deployable for remote operations. This enables minimum transport aircraft rotations from the national territory to the operational theatre.

The “basic” mobile configuration is fitted in a single standard 20 feet ISO container (at least two are needed for other radars of this class on the market). The mobile Ground Master 400 can also be mounted and operational from a truck. This enables instant deployment in remote theater operations and allows for quick decamp in time-critical situations

Key features:

1. Digital Beam Forming
2. MTBCF* >3.500 hours (*mean time between critical failures)
3. Operational availability > 99.9%
4. One single package (20 feet ISO standard container, 10 tons)
5. Plug, play and operate in Network Centric Operations
6. Chosen and planned maintenance with limited team

Did you know?

1. In only 18 months, 18 Ground Master 400 have already been selected by 5 different countries
2. The Ground Master 400 can be delivered either in a stand alone configuration or associated with an integrated command and control centre
3. The Ground Master 400 meets NATO requirements
4. The deployable version can be shipped in a standard 20 feet ISO container
5. The Ground Master 400 can be controlled and maintained from a remote location

Full detail PDF File Link

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radar je?roketnya mana?

The making of Malaysian Commando drama 2011
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Only MMEA to police waters 2011
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Ceremonial parade in conjunction with the retirement of Chief of the MAF 2011
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Gong Kedak - A ceremonial parade in conjunction with the retirement of Chief of the Armed Forces, General YBhg Tan Sri Dato 'Sri Azizan bin Ariffin of the Royal Malaysian Air Force was held at the Air Base Kedak Gong, Jerteh Terengganu on 8 June 2011 at 8.00 am. Parade was witnessed by Chief of Air Force, General YBhg Tan Sri Dato 'Sri Rodzali son David Force, Senior Officers, Officers and members of the Armed Forces.
Ceremonial parade was held in honor of the first General of the Air Service to lead the Armed Forces as Chief of the Armed Forces. He will retire from service on October 24, 2011 after serving 40 years in the MAF.

http://www.malaysia-today.net/mtcolumns/41...ere-we-go-again

Is this guy for real?...
Did BAE offered 12 tranche 3 typhoon plus another 20 tranche 1 retired unit from RAF if we took their offer? I can't find any info on this..

Boeing is also in the picture with its offer of the FA-18F Super Hornet (5th Generation) at USD57 million a piece. Cheap? Oops…the USD57 million is only for the chassis alone, not even the paint job. The real cost per unit after installation of the engine, avionics, pylons, radar, etc. approaches USD125 million a unit (without ordnance, training or support) minimum.  

But then again, when and what has economy and cost to do with the purchase of military hardware here in BolehLand? BTW, the submarines still refuse to submerge underwater.

err short question,
how many % of Malaysian will believe the article?

HARINGAROO Military Exercise To Get New Format


The new format would include offensive training as well and a longer duration (photo : Tempur)

KULIM, (Bernama) -- The Haringaroo joint military exercise by the Australian and Malaysian Army would use a new format and be extended to two weeks instead of the current one week duration.

Sixth Brigade Commander Brigadier General Datuk Tajri Alwi said the new format would include offensive training as well and a longer duration which would enable the personnel to gain more military knowledge.

Tajri was speaking to reporters at the closing ceremony of the Haringaroo, officiated by the Australian High Commission''s Defense Attache Colonel Stephen Tulley at Padang Meha, Padang Serai near here today.

Tulley in his speech, recalled the long close ties the Australian and Malaysian army shared for decades, through war and peace.

He said both armies had gone through happy and sad times including World War II, the emergency and the Indonesia-Malaysia Confrontation besides at many other locations such as Somali, Timur-Leste, Bosnia, Sudan and Afghanistan.

He praised the Malaysian army personnel for their full cooperation and discipline during the training despite the many rigours they had to go through.

Second Division Base liaison officer Mejar Rodiah Abdullah said almost 500 personnel took part in the exercise which began June 8 and ended today.

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The Memali Incident 1985
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Royal Malaysian Police Crisis Management Vehicle (CMV) 2011
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Cheras, June 15, 2011 - Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has once again step in improving the quality of their service to the community through a new approach by introducing the 'Crisis Management Vehicle' (CMV) at the Police College in Cheras today.

CMV is a bus that serves as a 'contingent Control Centre where it is moving to control the situation at the scene immediately and directly (live telecast).

It is also divided into two chambers: Briefing Room is equipped with Smart Board Monitor designed to display any images or recordings recorded by CCTV and 'carry cam' and the Operation Room of the CCTV system is also equipped with a camera on the front and a longer the back of the bus.

This item is also equipped with wireless phone and the 'carry cam' brought by the officers on duty to record the crime scene.

International Terrorists take advantage of Malaysian Hospitality 2011
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LWRC files lawsuit against SIG Sauer over SIG516 Rifle

LWRC Interational, manufacturer of AR-15 rifles for consumers and military, are suing SIG Sauer. LWRC claims SIG's SIG516 line of piston-operated AR-15 rifles infringes upon their U.S. patent #7461581 "Self-cleaning gas operating system for a firearm".

SIG516 Patrol Rifle

LWRC claims it is suffering irreparable damage and is asking the court for a preliminary injunction to prevent further infringement of their IP.

At least in the firearm industry, cases like these are almost always settled out of court.

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