Israeli company BIRD Aerosystems has obtained Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the installation of its Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) incorporating the SPREOS DIRCM on Head-of-State aircraft. The certification enables Airbus A319 aircraft, already equipped with BIRD’s system, to...
To read the full article, please log in or enter your email below:
Israeli company BIRD Aerosystems has obtained Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for the installation of its Airborne Missile Protection System (AMPS) incorporating the SPREOS DIRCM on Head-of-State aircraft.
The certification enables Airbus A319 aircraft, already equipped with BIRD’s system, to operate worldwide with full regulatory compliance. The Israeli Civil Aviation Authority (CAAI) oversaw and validated the entire installation process, including system integration, flight testing, and a successful demonstration proving the system’s safety.
With the certification, Airbus A319 aircraft equipped with BIRD’s advanced SPREOS DIRCM system are now authorized for unrestricted operation worldwide. This milestone reinforces BIRD Aerosystems’ position as a trusted provider of airborne self-protection solutions for both military and narrow & wide-body commercial aircraft.
"This STC is a significant achievement for BIRD Aerosystems, further validating the safety and effectiveness of our advanced airborne missile protection solutions," said Ronen Factor, Co-Chief Executive Officer of BIRD Aerosystems. "The successful integration and approval process highlights our technical expertise and commitment to delivering innovative defense technologies that protect aircraft in high-threat environments. With this certification, our AMPS system, including SPREOS DIRCM, is now available for civil aviation, ensuring maximum security for VVIP and high-value commercial aircraft worldwide."
The proliferation ofman-portable air defence systems (MANPADS) worry the security experts of international airlines and airports. Not all airports have the same level of perimeter security. Sources say that the concern is also shared by operators of business jets used to fly high level politicians around the world.
The illicit acquisition and use of MANPADS pose an acute threat to military and civilian aircraft. Since 1970, armed groups have hit dozens of civilian aircraft with MANPADS, killing more than 1,000 civilians.
The international community has taken numerous steps to reduce illicit proliferation, but the MANPADS threat persists, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. These regions accounted for nearly three-quarters of documented illicit MANPADS activity worldwide from 2011 to 2021. Illicit MANPADS in the MENA region range from 50-year-old Soviet Strela-2s to recently produced Chinese designed FN-6 and QW-18 pattern systems.
Leonardo and Avioane Craiova have signed a "Technological and Industrial Cooperation Agreement" during the Paris Air Show, aimed at deepening…
De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited has confirmed the sale of one Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft to the United…
The French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) has selected Daher as one of five companies to develop a Medium Altitude Long…
The Norwegian Air Ambulance has entered into a new frame contract with Airbus for up to eight H145 helicopters, including…
Eve Air Mobility has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Future Flight Global, a pioneer in electric aircraft, for…
EGYPTAIR has disclosed a firm order for an additional six A350-900s as part of its expansion strategy to meet growing…
Embraer has received a firm order from SkyWestfor 60 aircraft with purchase rights on 50 additional aircraft. Deliveries of the…
Four French aerospace companies - Daher, Safran, Collins Aerospace and Ascendance - are joining hands to study and define a…
The French defence procurement agency, Direction générale de l'armement (DGA), has inked a joint declaration of intent with Saab regarding…
Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo announced at the ongoing Paris Air Show that they would join forces to carry out an…
Sikorsky and CAE announced at Le Bourget on the third day of the Paris Air Show that they would be…
Aerospace and national security company, SNC, and Lufthansa Technik have announced a strategic partnership to enhance their combined capabilities in…
STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has signed a firm order with Airbus for the purchase of ten additional A350-1000 aircraft, taking…
The Ministry of National Defence of Lithuania has chosen the Embraer C-390 Millennium as the country’s next-generation military transport aircraft.…
Embraer signed Component Pool Program contracts with multiple airlines on the third day of the ongoing Paris Air Show. Currently,…
Embraer and Amelia, an airline operated by the France based Regourd Aviation Group, has signed an extensive services agreement, including…
Embraer and CAE are expanding their full-flight simulator network with the deployment of a state-of-the-art E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) at…
Airbus and MTU Aero Engines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance hydrogen fuel cell propulsion technology, a…
Lockheed Martin has confirmed a major advancement in the structural longevity of its C-130J Super Hercules, following a wing durability…
Airlink, Southern Africa’s leading full-service carrier, has announced plans to lease 10 new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft from Azorra, a US-based…
Dassault Aviation and Reliance Aerostructure Ltd (RAL), a subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure, unveiled a strategic partnership to manufacture Falcon 2000…
In a move to bolster European defence capabilities, Quantum Systems and Airbus Defence and Space have signed a Memorandum of…
Air Astana Group carriers have continued their winning streak at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards, held during the Paris…
Embraer has secured a firm order from SkyWest, Inc. for 60 E175 aircraft, with options for an additional 50. Deliveries…
EGYPTAIR has confirmed a firm order for an additional six Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft, bringing its total commitment for the…
MNG Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for two A350F freighter aircraft, making the Türkiye-based logistics…
Vietjet has signed an agreement for 100 Airbus A321neo aircraft at the 2025 Paris Airshow, with options for an additional…
Australian aerospace start-up Drone Forge has signed an agreement with Airbus Helicopters to acquire six Flexrotor uncrewed aerial systems (UAS),…
Advantage Air Travel Limited has ordered two Package Freighter Conversion Kits from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited, reinforcing the…
Honeywell has signed an exclusive five-year agreement with Vietjet Air to provide maintenance support for the 331-350 auxiliary power units…
Headquartered in Singapore with reporters spread across all major regions, GBP Aerospace & Defence is a leading media house that publishes three publications that serve the aerospace and defence sector - Asian Defence Technology, Asian Airlines & Aerospace and Daily News. Known industry-wide for quality journalism, GBP Aerospace & Defence is present at more international tradeshows and exhibitions than any other competing publication in the region.
For over three decades, our award-winning team of reporters has been producing top-notch content to help readers stay abreast of the latest developements in the field of commercial aviation, MRO, defence, and Space.
Copyright 2024. GBP. All Rights Reserved.
Home Defence & Security Space Commercial Aviation Maintence Repair & Overhaul Daily News Events About Us
2025 GBP all rights reserved.