The Peruvian satellite is about to complete eight years of active service out of a projected useful life of ten years In a joint effort between the National Commission for Aerospace Research and Development, Conida, and the Peru Air Force (FAP), the first steps are being taken to prepare the timely replacement of the PeruSat-1 […]
Paraguay; Government confirms Super-Tucano buy from Brazil
The purchase will be financed by the Development Bank of Brazil Oscar González, has ratified the intention to buy six Embraer A-29 Super Tucano for a total of 97 million dollars. The purchase will be financed by Brazil’s Bandes (Development Bank), in a plan similar to the one that Uruguay would be using to buy […]
Peru; PAF to relaunch tender for 12 SAR helicopters
The Peru Air Force has reactivated the executive phase of the Public Investment Project called Recovery of Operational Capacity for the Support of Search, Assistance and Rescue (SAR) Operations, which aims to acquire 12 SAR (Search And Rescue) helicopters to modernize the inventory of Air Group No. 3, a unit based at the Callao Air […]
Mexico; Army launches anti-armor rockets launcher tender
One of the main features requested for this purchase is that the rocket launchers have a minimum penetration power of 300 mm. in hardened steel In the case of the winning company, a unit price for the rocket launchers of 46,386 pesos was established, the best offer among the participating companies. Through the General Directorate […]
Haiti; US dispatches equipment to restore public order
On July 8, 2024, two C17 Globemaster cargo planes from the US Air Force delivered several MaxxPro armored vehicles, along with two Humvees and several trailers to Toussaint Louverture International Airport, marking a new phase of international support for Haiti under a multinational mission led by Kenya. This initiative comes as the United Nations has […]
Peru; Air Force launches next generation fighter jet tender
The Peruvian Air Force (FAP) is setting the stage for a major overhaul of its combat fleet. General Carlos Enrique Chávez Cateriano, the commanding general of the FAP, announced on July 8, 2024, that a comprehensive market study for new fighter jets has been concluded. The FAP has shortlisted three international manufacturers that meet their […]
Brazil; Army orders 420 LMV-BR 2 vehicles.
According to a PR published by IDV on July 8, 2024, the Brazilian Army, through the Army Manufacturing Directorate, has formalized an agreement with IDV to supply 420 LMV-BR 2 (Light Multirole Vehicle) units over the next decade. The initial deliveries are scheduled for 2026. This procurement, involving the locally named “Guaicurus” vehicles, includes two […]
Peru; PAF mulls buy Korean FA-50 jets, and also KF-21 Boromae stealth jets
According to Pucara Defense on July 1, 2024, the Peruvian government is negotiating with South Korea and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to acquire between 20 and 24 FA-50 light combat aircraft for approximately $780 million. In addition to this significant investment, Peru is also considering joining the KF-21 fifth-generation fighter program, which could further modernize […]
Brazil; Army launches medium/high altitude air defense program
On June 21, 2024, the Brazilian Army issued Ordinance EME/C Ex. No. 1.338/2024, which authorizes the launch of the Medium/High Altitude Air Defense Artillery System Project (Pjt Sis AAAe Me Altu/G Altu). This initiative is part of the Army’s Strategic Program for Air Defense (Prg EE DAAe). This announcement surprised the Brazilian defense market. Until […]
Colombia; National police commissions Chinese drones
The Colombian National Police (PNC) has acquired the DJI Enterprise Matrice 350K drone system. These drones integrated approximately 45 days ago, are operated by highly trained technicians from the Police Aviation Unit. They are used for tactical missions, including intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance in Bogotá. The Matrice 350 RTK is an enhanced flagship drone platform […]