The HARPY is an advanced autonomous weapon system that combines the capabilities of a UAV and a missile, offering unmatched operational flexibility. Designed for the suppression and destruction of enemy air defenses (SEAD/DEAD), it can be launched without prior intelligence on target locations, making it a strategic asset for armed forces facing anti-access/area denial (A2AD) systems. HARPY is deployable from ground-based or naval canisters and is capable of long-range missions, providing a safe corridor through enemy airspace. With its Anti-Radiation (AR) seeker, it autonomously identifies and strikes high-value emitting targets, operating effectively in deep strike missions for up to 9 hours under any weather conditions and in GNSS-denied environments. HARPY excels in locating and engaging targets from various angles, ensuring precision and effectiveness in complex battlefields.
The Tactical Heron, an advanced Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) developed by IAI, is engineered for demanding intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions at the tactical level. Evolving from the renowned Heron family, this long-endurance platform supports ground forces with its ability to perform operations over the horizon and beyond the line of sight (BLOS). It boasts multi-mission versatility by carrying up to four payloads simultaneously, including electro-optical/infrared sensors, maritime patrol radar, and electronic signals intelligence (SIGINT) systems. With a range exceeding 250 km through a wideband datalink and optional SATCOM communications extending beyond 1,000 km, the Tactical Heron is designed for maximum operational effectiveness. Powered by a certified low-noise electronic fuel injection engine, it can operate at altitudes of 23,000 ft even in adverse weather conditions and reach speeds of up to 120 KTAS, making it an unparalleled asset for modern military operations.
The BirdEye 650D is an advanced, affordable small unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed for tactical intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. This fixed-wing UAV offers exceptional endurance, achieving up to 15 hours of flight time and a range of 150 km, making it ideal for both urban and over-the-hill reconnaissance. It operates seamlessly alongside ground forces and is easily transportable via a trailer, ensuring quick deployment with minimal logistical requirements. The system is controlled by a team of three personnel using either a vehicle-mounted ground control station or portable controls, allowing tactical units to effectively manage their ISTAR assets. With a maximum altitude of 15,000 feet and loiter speeds between 40-80 KTAS, the BirdEye 650D provides wide-area coverage and persistent surveillance while maintaining a low visual and acoustic signature for covert operations. It supports a payload of up to 5.5 kg, integrating stabilized day/night sensors and moving target trackers to enhance mission capabilities.
The WanderB-VTOL is an advanced military drone designed for tactical Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) operations. This all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft combines the benefits of multirotor and fixed-wing designs, enabling extended mission endurance and range while maintaining low acoustic, visual, thermal, and radar signatures. With a unique wing-based lift system and a single pusher propeller for forward flight, the WanderB-VTOL operates quietly and efficiently. It supports missions lasting up to 2.5 hours with a fully autonomous flight control system and an intuitive ground control interface, allowing for rapid deployment of high-definition video and photogrammetric mapping on demand. Its high-performance electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) payloads can carry up to 15 kg, making it a versatile tool for modern military operations.
The IAI ThunderB-VTOL is a cutting-edge hybrid Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) that seamlessly integrates multirotor VTOL capabilities with fixed-wing aircraft design, making it ideal for extended Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. This innovative platform features reduced acoustic, visual, thermal, and radar signatures, ensuring covert operations. With vertical lift for takeoff and landing from confined spaces, it also boasts efficient forward flight powered by a highly efficient ICE engine that extends endurance up to 12 hours. The ThunderB-VTOL delivers rapid, GPS-marked High-Definition video and photogrammetric tactical mapping on demand, all managed through a fully autonomous flight control system and an intuitive ground control station. Its advanced situational awareness is enhanced by the ability to carry up to 8 kg of high-performance EO/IR payloads, making it a versatile tool for modern military and security operations.
The IAI ELTA ELM-2083 is a highly effective early warning radar system designed for air defense, utilizing an aerostat platform for enhanced operational capabilities. This solid-state L-Band Active Electronically Scanning Array (AESA) radar offers long-range detection and comprehensive airspace control, significantly improving the performance of ground-based air defense networks. With its elevated sensor advantage, the ELM-2083 leverages ELTA's extensive expertise in surveillance radars and cutting-edge phased array technology, ensuring reliable and accurate monitoring of aerial threats.
The IAI RICent HLS Tactical System is a cutting-edge multi-disciplinary intelligence platform designed to enhance geospatial awareness and provide real-time situational intelligence for law enforcement, critical infrastructure protection, mega-event security, border security, and disaster management. This innovative system utilizes an open architecture that integrates seamlessly with various surveillance systems, cyber sources, and data repositories, enabling persistent monitoring of entities of interest and the detection of threats and anomalies. Key benefits include real-time access to decision-grade intelligence derived from video surveillance, radar systems, signals intelligence, and perimeter protection sensors, as well as the ability to correlate this data with organizational knowledge and open-source intelligence. The RICent HLS also allows for centralized control of multiple surveillance assets through a single operational application, facilitating the effective dissemination of actionable alerts and directives to responders and adjacent forces.
CAE operates the U.S. Air Force Initial Flight Training (IFT) program, providing essential introductory flight training for all U.S. Air Force aviation candidates. Known as the "Gateway to Air Force Aviation," the state-of-the-art training facility located in Pueblo, Colorado, supports the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command (HQ AETC) in delivering high-quality instruction. This program is critical for aspiring pilots and remotely piloted aircraft operators, marking the beginning of their aviation careers with comprehensive flight training managed by CAE Pueblo.
The Adaptive Learning Environment (ALE) by CAE is a cutting-edge training system designed to enhance flight training efficiency through systematic, objective performance monitoring and assessment. This patented technology provides real-time feedback to both instructors and students, enabling immediate coaching through a blend of instructor-led and automated teaching methods. With its intuitive user interface and powerful visualizations, ALE allows instructors to manage multiple trainees simultaneously, intervening as needed to optimize learning outcomes. The integrated biometric suite offers insights into students' stress, engagement, and cognitive workload, allowing for tailored training experiences. Additionally, ALE supports self-paced learning with automated debriefs and interactive grade sheets, empowering students to take control of their training while its gamified interface motivates them by showcasing profiles, achievements, learning curves, and team averages.
The CAE MAVRC™ Trainer (Mission Augmented Virtual Reality/Rear Crew Trainer) is an innovative training system designed to enhance the skills of rear crew members through advanced mixed reality technologies. This state-of-the-art trainer features a fully functional and reconfigurable physical replica of an aircraft fuselage, complete with realistic interior components such as simulated aircraft panels and multi-function displays. Equipped with operational doors, windows, and a functioning ramp, it allows for comprehensive training in scenarios like aeromedical evacuation, search and rescue, surveillance, and confined area landings. The immersive experience is further enhanced by a head-mounted display (HMD) that projects a virtual environment outside the aircraft while enabling crewmembers to interact with their realistic surroundings, ensuring high levels of engagement and mission realism.
The Helicopter Academy to Train by Simulation of Flying (HATSOFF), a joint venture between Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and CAE, operates in Bengaluru, India, providing advanced helicopter training since 2010. This state-of-the-art facility features a full-mission helicopter simulator equipped with CAE's innovative roll-on/roll-off cockpit design, allowing for the simulation of various helicopter types. HATSOFF offers comprehensive training programs, initially focusing on the Bell 412 and expanding to include the HAL-built Dhruv and Airbus Helicopters Dauphin, all certified to Level D by India's Directorate General Civil Aviation (DGCA). With a blend of academic instruction, e-learning, and practical simulator training, HATSOFF ensures pilots receive top-tier education in a modern training environment.
Helicopter Flight Training Services (HFTS) GmbH, established through a public-private partnership in late 2004, is dedicated to providing comprehensive NH90 helicopter training services to the German Armed Forces and other clients. The consortium behind HFTS includes industry leaders CAE, Thales, Airbus Helicopters, and Rheinmetall Defence Electronics, each holding a 25% stake. With training facilities located in Bueckeburg, Fassberg, and Holzdorf, HFTS offers advanced training through four NH90 full-mission simulators, ensuring high-quality instruction and operational readiness for military personnel. The contract for these services extends through 2022, reflecting HFTS's commitment to excellence in defense training.
Initial Flight Training Deutschland (IFTD), located at Bremen Airport, serves as a premier hub for military pilot training in Germany. Managed by CAE GmbH, IFTD offers a comprehensive ab initio flight training program that includes academic instruction, simulator training, and live-flying experiences for over 40 students each year. Utilizing a fleet of Diamond DA-40 and CAE-owned DA-42 aircraft, the program meets both single and multi-engine training requirements at the CAE Bremen Training Centre and the CAE training site in Montpellier, France, in collaboration with Airways Aviation. With a focus on high-quality instruction and an established approved training organization (ATO) curriculum, IFTD is dedicated to shaping the next generation of military aviators.
The International Flight Training School (IFTS) in Italy is a premier institution established through a collaboration between the Italian Air Force, Leonardo, and CAE, aimed at delivering top-tier flight training. Situated on a modern 35,000 square meter campus at Decimomannu Air Base in Sardinia, IFTS serves as a global standard for advanced pilot training. The school offers a comprehensive Phase IV Advanced / Lead-in Fighter Training (LIFT) program, meticulously designed around the Italian Air Force syllabus. Utilizing the advanced M-346 Integrated Training System and a state-of-the-art Ground Based Training System (GBTS), IFTS equips future fighter pilots with the skills necessary to operate complex weapon systems in dynamic environments. Additionally, the program features tailored teaching modules that align with the training requirements of partner air forces, ensuring a versatile and effective training experience.
The Medium Support Helicopter Aircrew Training Facility (MSHATF), developed by CAE in collaboration with the U.K. Ministry of Defence, is a state-of-the-art training center that has been operational since 1999. Under a 40-year private finance initiative (PFI) contract, CAE not only designed and constructed the facility but also delivers comprehensive turnkey training services. The MSHATF provides a full range of individual, team, and collective synthetic aircrew training specifically for the Royal Air Force's Support Helicopter Force, focusing on the CH-47 Chinook and Puma platforms. Additionally, the facility is equipped to offer training to third-party users of the AW101 Merlin and CH-47 helicopters, making it a vital resource for military and civil operators worldwide seeking advanced simulation-based training and mission rehearsal capabilities.
