Aerospace

Embraer and the Brazilian Army successfully complete the first test of M200 Vigilante radar

Embraer and the Brazilian Army have successfully completed the first test of the M200 Vigilante radar, which included the deployment of the equipment on a Brazilian Air Force (FAB) KC-390 aircraft. During June and July, the radar operation was carried out at Jlio Belém Airport in Parintins. The proposal was also backed by Parintins City Hall, Jlio Belém Airport, and Viracopos International Airport.

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The Parintins Folkloric Festival, an occasion that significantly increases air traffic in the area, is why the location was picked. Through Jlio Belém Airport, thousands of tourists entered the city this year, resulting in more than 800 landings and takeoffs in a single week.

On a three-hour flight from Campinas, in So Paulo state, to the city situated in the Amazon jungle, the M200 Vigilante radar was flown for the first time on a KC-390. The sensor, in collaboration with CINDACTA IV flight controllers, continuously monitored aviation traffic within a 200 km radius of the airport. The Brazilian Air Force division CINDACTA IV is in charge of keeping an eye on flights in the north of the country.

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A medium-range sensor designed for Air Surveillance and Early Warning purposes is the M200 Vigilante radar. It can recognise and track positions and trajectories, as well as classify targets, using cutting-edge processing algorithms. It contains an integrated power generation system that ensures up to 48 hours of operation autonomy and facilitates transportation by land and air platforms.

Aerospace

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.