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2020-05-03

Saab Prepares Warfighters for the Unpredictable Battlefield

Fighting forces that train effectively are the ones with realistic and immersive solutions. Every level, whether it’s the training scenario, environment or system, needs to reflect authentic battlefield experiences in order to hone combat instincts. The foundation of this is allowing warfighters to train with weapons and equipment that accurately simulate the fit, form and function of their battlefield kit.

Moreover, an effective warfighter is the one who is best prepared through rigorous testing and trained to overcome the intensities of combat. Honing this requires military training that presents authentic combat scenarios and missions, allowing combatants to use and develop actual battlefield skills and instincts. To allow this, simulation systems need to be as reliable and robust as actual battlefield equipment and able to operate in any environment no matter the conditions.

This is where Saab comes in. The company offers realistic training and simulation systems on the market, based around the core principles of fidelity, precision and in-depth analysis. The company’s training and simulation systems reportedly surpass the realism of competitors at several technical levels. With this degree of fidelity, forces can train to win in any environment around the globe.

Saab’s scalable and modular training solutions can support basic individual tactical skills to Combined Arms Brigade collective training. The modern battlefield might be unpredictable, but the company provides globally proven tools and solutions that allow warfighters to fight, overcome and win at every level.

Extensive Variety

From desktop and full-mission simulators to complete training centres with associated operational support and services, Saab offers extensive know-how and constitutes a strong partner regardless of the type of training application.

Saab supports an extensive variety of training scenarios for both commercial airlines and military forces. Good training can help pilots and anti-air defence crew to understand the challenges of modern missions. Great training can achieve far more. With a long history of providing the very best in air defence training, Saab has the thinking edge to deliver the solutions that will efficiently prepare a team for any eventuality.

Since 1986, Saab Special Flight Operations (SFO) has trained customers in a multitude of commercial and military operations and provided quality aerial target services for the Swedish Army and Navy. Saab SFO is a qualified Electronic Warfare (EW) and target towing training operator, providing modern and cost-effective training for Nordic Armed Forces and other air defence customers.

Saab has a long-term contract for training with Scandinavia, Austria, France and Greece and ad-hoc operations all over Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

The company operates Learjet 35 and Mitsubishi MU-2 aircraft. The Learjet 35 can carry external tow winches and/or EW pods. While the Mitsubishi MU-2 can carry an internal tow winch or jamming pods. The aircraft can be flown according to both civilian regulations and military flight plans.

With more than seven decades of experience in aeronautics, Saab continues to offer cutting-edge solutions to operators. Furthermore, Saab SFO is uniquely placed to help both commercial airlines and military forces train their personnel in key areas.

Comprehensive Package

For customers who require a more comprehensive training package, Saab offers a combination of EW and Target Tow. This provides the team with the skills needed to overcome any challenge.

EW is a key part of the modern battlefield. It can be used in a wide variety of scenarios and is becoming increasingly complex. Saab SFO trains air defence crews in the latest EW and EP developments across a number of different scenarios, to ensure the rigour of the training.

Efficiency and effectiveness are at the heart of the training. This encompasses a number of aspects, including the controlled increase of jamming, flight profiles, and flexibility of SFO aircraft and crews. Both air-to-air and air-to-ground EW training is provided, from basic and medium training, right through to highly advanced levels.

In Tow training, all targets are optimised to provide effective gunnery and missile practice and testing, for both surface-to-air and air-to-air exercises. Depending on customer requirements, a range of targets can be provided, having all been developed for different augmentation, such as radar, laser and infrared. For basic to mid-level training, a sleeve target is a good option – this can be towed by all aircraft in the fleet.

Reference Text/Photo: www.saab.com

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