The commercial aviation industry and the air defence industry should work together to address issues that arise from the introduction of new technologies, such as cyber security in aerospace, Haitham Misto, chief commissioner of Jordanian Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission, has said.
“With new technology, there will be new emerging threats,” Misto said at a Ministerial Roundtable meeting held as part of the ongoing Eurasia 2020. “Modern-day aircraft are e- enabled. E-enabling require some kind of protection. Otherwise, we will be more exposed to new threats like cyber threats. There are many areas where it becomes an necessity to collaborate and coordinate efforts. It is not just an option anymore.”
The collaboration between the aviation and defence industries should be both at the operational level and at the level of technological innovations, Misto said. “The congestion of aerospace needs more collaboration between the air defence and aviation industries; air traffic flow management is a big issue all over the world. Unmanned aircraft traffic management is a very important domain where collaboration is needed. We need more effective ways to stop the unlawful use of drones near airports.”
Aviation has been the hardest hit of all industries due to the pandemic, Misto said. “There us a need for more than routine work. We need to double or triple our efforts. The collaborations and technological innovations should be well planned.”
The survival of the world’s economy is dependent on the health of the aviation industry, Misto said. “Aviation is not merely a means of transportation. Aviation also means connectivity, tourism, trade and employment. It is an economic enabler, a way of improving and growing the economy.
“In 2019, we had more than 65.5 million direct, indirect or induced jobs out of aviation. It represents 3.6 % of the world’s GDP, or US$2.7 trillion. If aviation was a country, it will rank 29th in terms of GDP size. The expectation was that by 2036, the industry would generate 98 million jobs. The pandemic has really hurt us.”
It is important to search for advanced technologies to address future challenges, Marcos Degaut Pontes, secretary of defense products at the Brazilian Ministry of Defense, said. Pontes endorsed Misto’s view that collaboration and partnerships are essential for a meaningful recovery from the ongoing pandemic.
Although there are still tension due to the pandemic, the defence sector in Brazil has shown strength and flexibility., Pontes said. “We have been able to surmount the most challenging moments. We keep looking for partnerships and collaborations, especially in these difficult times.
“Brazilian defence products are in use in about 130 countries,” :said Pontes. “A very powerful example of success is the multi-mission C-390, which has been just been acquired by Hungary and Portugal. It is one of the most modern aircraft in the world.”
In the 1970s, the Brazilian Air Force developed the integrated air traffic management and defense system, in partnership with the private sector, Pontes said. “The model is applied in other countries, with the same level of integration. The system, which has a high level of integration, allows for cost savings and faster response, which facilitates defense and security actions.”
Lockheed Martin Australia has secured an AUD$500 million contract with the Australian Department of Defence to develop the country’s future…
Artemis Aerospace has announced the addition of a hub in Singapore following the launch of two similar sites in the…
ZeroAvia announced plans to offer key components from its hydrogen-electric engines to fellow innovators in the clean aviation industry on…
Challenge Group has announced the launch of Challenge Technic's specialised A-CHECK line at its hangar facility in Hannover on Wednesday…
Korean Air, alongside Hyundai Motor Company, Korea Telecom (KT), Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC), and Hyundai Engineering & Construction, has…
Mayman Aerospace is set to unveil a full-scale model of its high-speed Air Utility Vehicle (AUV), Razor, during SOF Week…
TEKEVER, a provider of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in Europe, introduced its newest drone the ARX in San Diego, U.S.…
Viasat and uAvionix have teamed up to enhance global communication services for Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), with uAvionix joining Viasat’s…
Korean Air and WestJet have extended their codeshare agreement to provide additional transpacific travel options for passengers on Monday (Apr.…
China Eastern Airlines has reached an agreement with Amadeus concerning international NDC distribution, marking a significant development for both parties.…
Singaporean officials have launched an Invincible-class submarine for the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) at thyssenKrupp Marine Systems (tKMS) shipyard…
Ten died following a midair collision between an AW139 helicopter and a Fennec helicopter belonging to the Royal Malaysian Navy…
Integrated Surveillance and Defense (ISD) has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD),…
ST Engineering AirX (AirX), a joint venture between ST Engineering and Peluca (formerly known as Wigetworks), have announced a strategic…
WestJet Cargo is strengthening its flights between Calgary and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). The route will operate 5-7 times…
Embraer delivered 25 jets in 1Q24, an increase of 67% compared to the 15 aircraft delivered in 1Q23. Executive Aviation…
Harbour Air, North America's largest seaplane airline, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to purchase 50 magni650 electric engines,…
Emirates President Sir Tim Clark has apologised to customers for the disruptions caused by the severe weather that battered Dubai…
The Indonesian Navy (TNI Angkatan Laut - TNI AL) aims to enhance its operational capabilities between 2025 and 2044 with…
The Philippine Armed Forces (PAF) took delivery of the first India-made BrahMos land-based anti-ship missile system at Clark Air Base…
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) ordered six Airbus H145 helicopters as part of its efforts to update its rotary…
The Brazilian aerospace company, Embraer, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AICAT (Austrian Industrial Cooperation & Aviation Technology) to…
Qatar’s Hamad International Airport (DOH) announced that it has reclaimed the title of the "World’s Best Airport" at the prestigious…
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) joined the Sharp Technics K (STK) and Incheon International Airport Corporation for a ceremony heralding the…
Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions division has forged a strategic alliance and reseller agreement with Rancher Government Solutions (RGS), a provider of…
Saudia, the national airline of Saudi Arabia, has experienced a significant surge in brand value, as indicated by the latest…
The ongoing eruption of Mount Ruang in the Siau Islands regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia has caused significant disruptions to air…
Scoot, the low-cost arm of Singapore Airlines, recently received the first Embraer E190-E2 aircraft at Changi Airport. "We are excited…
The first of two Fincantieri-built PPA (Pattugliatore Polivalente d'Altura - offshore multi-purpose patrol vessel) for the Indonesian Navy is expected…
Thailand’s DTI (Defence Technology Institute) and the Royal Thai Army recently conducted a successful test of the DTI-STD-003 bridge layer…
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
2024 GBP all rights reserved.