The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) recently took delivery of their first ‘Oron’ wide area persistent surveillance, multi-sensor aircraft from Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
A first of its kind platform inducted by the IDF, the Oron will deliver unprecedented Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities.
The ‘Oron’ aircraft landed in Nevatim Airbase earlier in April and was received in a ceremony held in the presence of IAF Commander, Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin: “The IAF’s “Nachshon” Intelligence Squadron’s acquisition of the ‘Oron’ will enable the Air Force to further enhance its operational and intelligence superiority in the face of emerging threats and security challenges.”
The IAF’s ‘Nachshon’ Intelligence Squadron will operate the new type, which will enable the IAF to further its operational edge and intelligence capabilities in the face of emerging threats and security challenges.
Head of Military R&D in the DDR&D of the Ministry of Defence, Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem: “The DDR&D has been leading the development of the ‘Oron’ mission systems for over nine years. This mission aircraft will provide the IDF with unprecedented, innovative ISR capabilities using groundbreaking sensing systems – the onboard radar system and a variety of sensors. These systems will stream valuable data to the intelligence units. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology will enable an efficient and automated data processing system, which will produce actionable intelligence in real time, enhancing the effectiveness of IDF operational activities.” The development of this program is led by the Directorate of Defence R&D in the Israel Ministry of Defence (IMOD), in collaboration with the Israeli Air Force (IAF), IDF Intelligence Directorate, Israeli Navy and IAI.
The Gulfstream G550 based ‘Oron’ aircraft features groundbreaking sensors and pioneering data processing capabilities will enable multi-domain coverage of vast areas in real time for ground and maritime surveillance, regardless of weather or visibility conditions.
“The ‘Oron’ aircraft is yet another testimonial to IAI’s experience in developing strategic systems for the State of Israel and our customers worldwide. Our expertise in bringing end-to-end solutions to answer operational needs is clearly demonstrated through the ‘Oron’ aircraft initiative. IAI is honored to bring our intelligence, communication, multi sensors and operational know-how to fruition to help guard Israel’s borders. The ‘Oron’ aircraft is the first of its kind in the world and joins the family of Strategic Special Mission Aircraft that IAI has provided the IDF over the past two decades, including the ‘Eitam’ (AEW&C) and ‘Shavit’ (SIGINT) aircraft. The ‘Oron’ will provide the State of Israel with a strategic advantage thanks to innovative and pioneered technology,” said President & CEO of IAI, Boaz Levy.
The Oron will enable the IDF to generate comprehensive, real-time intelligence assessments, including detailed assessments of the deployment of enemy forces and terrorist organizations at short and long ranges, during routine and operational activity due to the integration of groundbreaking ISR systems.
The ‘Oron’ will also be equipped with a data processing mechanism based on advanced data science and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities.
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