Fifty nations and regions are taking part in the Singapore Airshow, including 65 of the top 100 aerospace companies, amongst the 1,062 firms displaying their wares at this show.

The consensus in the industry is that China’s business aviation market is starting to take off again and that Southeast Asia is experiencing some good growth.

The integration of the ALCM into the Su-34 frontline bombers and Su-35S multi-role fighter jets of the Russian Aerospace Forces is not ruled out.

Controp has integrated new high-definition thermal imaging capability in some of its EO/IR payloads. The added channel utilizes sensors operating in the shortwave infrared (SWIR) band, to provide higher-quality image in adverse conditions and a wider field of view for enhanced situational awareness.

Initial results from crucial tests of two key elements of Rolls-Royce’s future large civil engine strategy are positive and on track says the powerplant manufacturer.

Changi Airport, which is already one of the busiest and largest airports in the world, is undergoing a massive expansion program that includes a new “mega” terminal, known as Terminal 5, and a third runway.

Data links, encryption and cybersecurity are considered sensitive technologies often maintained as highly classified and delivered to customers as “black boxes” that provide the function without offering customers access to manipulate and optimize the service they provide. With systems specifically designed for each customer, systems updates are years apart, with customers remaining dependent on foreign suppliers for the systems’ entire life cycle.

Israel Aerospace Industries has released a new electronic warfare system that provides an added layer of self defense for aircraft. The ELL-8270, developed by IAI’s Elta Group intelligence subsidiary, is hauled by the aircraft, which protects it by acting as a distractor to radar-guided missiles. The new hauled “bait” is on display at the Singapore Airshow (Booth CD07).