Saab will be present at the International Air and Space Fair, FIDAE, which takes place from April 9 to 14 in Santiago, Chile.
April 9-14 in Santiago, Chile. The company will present its solutions in anti-aircraft defense,
surveillance, ground combat, training and simulation, among others.
The 2024 edition of FIDAE represents a valuable opportunity for interaction with customers in the region and potential new partners, as Saab
continues to expand in Latin America.
“At Saab, we have extensive experience in collaborating with customers throughout Latin America. Our business model revolves around developing mutually beneficial industrial cooperation projects in the countries where we operate, which has been the key to our success. We recognize the strategic need of Latin American countries to improve their own defense capabilities,” comments Tristan Lecrivain, Saab’s Regional Sales Director for Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America.
Visitors will be able to meet the company at stand number E46 and explore Saab’s wide range of products and solutions. Highlights include:
RBS 70 NG (New Generation): This short-range anti-aircraft defense system features an integrated sight with the latest technologies, including automatic tracking, the ability to receive 3D target information and a thermal camera. The system operates with a laser-guided missile that is immune to interference and has extremely high precision, reaching 9km (5,000m altitude) against air threats. It can be used as a MANPAD (portable) or integrated into vehicles (MSHORAD), offering 24-hour coverage in all weather conditions.
Giraffe 1X: a compact, high-performance 3D radar with capabilities for various short-range surveillance and ground-based air defense missions. It is flexible and integrates easily with any platform, such as mobile units, supporting maneuver battalions by providing situational awareness and the ability to detect threats such as drones and ballistic targets, even when on the move.
Indoor Virtual Simulation and Training System (IDT GC): A solution for optimizing soldiers’ skills, the IDT GC is a realistic virtual weapons simulator with incredible accuracy. Modular and scalable, GC IDT’s various configurations cover a wide range of weaponry, including realistic small arms, support weapons and anti-tank weapons.
Manpack: A modular and scalable laser simulation system based on combat and shooting techniques training. It can incorporate urban training, medical care, CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear) training and improvised explosive device training.
Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB): Developed in partnership by Saab and Boeing, this equipment offers ground forces a truly mobile capability to hit targets that were previously out of their reach. With a range of 150 km, the ability to follow non-ballistic trajectories and the maneuverability to hit targets unreachable by conventional direct-fire weapons.
Carl-Gustaf® M4: The latest version of the portable and multifunctional recoilless cannon, which offers users a wide operational capability and allows troops to be agile and effective in any scenario. It builds on the proven features of previous versions to increase accuracy, with a lighter structure and compatibility with future technological developments.
AT4: The AT4 family is a line of lightweight, portable, single-shot weapons characterized by ease of use and handling. Its main features include a high probability of impact and effect on the target, creating great destructive capacity for each weapon fired.
Gripen: A unique fighter concept that offers a perfect balance between excellent operational performance, cutting-edge technology, cost efficiency and industrial cooperation, all in a single intelligent combat system. With the Brazilian Gripen Program, the company has established a broad transfer of technology that is benefiting the national defense industry.
In addition to the above systems, Saab will present Electronic Warfare solutions such as vehicle/ground COMINT and self-protection systems for aircraft, as well as the RBS 15 long-range anti-ship missile and naval solutions for vessels.
FIDAE 2024 will be held at the Arturo Benítez Merino International Airport in Santiago, Chile, from April 9 to 14.
*** Translated by DEFCONPress FYI Team ***