Adani Defence to Equip Next-Gen Sensors in India's Netra II AEW&C Project

Adani Defence & Aerospace has secured a pivotal role in enhancing India's aerial defense capabilities by being awarded the contract to integrate and deliver advanced sensors for the Netra II project. This significant development marks a step forward in the modernization of the country's Airborne Early Warning and Control (AEW&C) systems.

The Netra II project involves the development of six AEW&C aircraft, designed to act as force multipliers by detecting and tracking airborne threats such as enemy aircraft, missiles, and drones. Adani Defence & Aerospace, in collaboration with the DRDO, will be responsible for equipping these aircraft with cutting-edge sensors.

One of the standout features of Netra II is its expanded coverage area of 300 degrees, achieved through the integration of both dorsal and nose-cone radar systems. The system utilizes a powerful 4D Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) multi-mode radar, capable of operating in air-to-air and air-to-sea modes. This advanced radar technology, incorporating S-band and X-band functionalities, significantly enhances the aircraft's surveillance and detection capabilities.

Notably, Netra II's ability to track ballistic missiles strengthens India's anti-ballistic missile defense system. The aircraft's larger platform, utilizing pre-owned Airbus A321 aircraft, offers increased power and capacity compared to the Embraer-145 used in the earlier Netra Mark I.

Deliveries of the six Netra II AEW&C aircraft are expected to commence in 2025 and conclude by 2028, according to DRDO officials. Additionally, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering placing repeat orders for six more Embraer-145-based AEW&C aircraft, designated as Netra Mark IA, which will incorporate similar upgrades as Netra II but on the Embraer platform.

 

[beencensured]

Israeli agent ate alpha defense. NOW, how can there be competition when Adhani monopoly is ruling the roost buying technology and not developing it. From DPSU to Crony Capitalism can there be any progress without competition, R&D, start ups where would India find it's next, or only cronies to rule.

 

[Sudha]

No entry for other private players. One day Adani will take over ADA, DRDO, & ISRO. HAL & BEL will have to close shop or work ad subsidiaries to Adani Defence.

Do you even have a source or evidence for that allegation? Do not speak like pappu khan who views the current GOI with jaundiced eyes. It was an open bid for which you could also have given the lowest bid.

 

[Sudha]

Some progress 👍 Hope aircraft acquisition process is also going on parallelly, no news on that.

That will happen only after getting the contract signed isnt it?

 

[Sudha]

Israeli aerospace has very good experience in repurposing aircraft and also in integrations of radars avionics etc. Adani has close partnerships with israeli defence entities. Maybe that expertise has come into play. Anyways this is a good news.

large indian corporates like adani, tata, jindal etc taking interest in defence, and in especially big ticket items like aerospace is a great move.

Not required at all. DRDO will hand hold till personnel get experienced.

 

[Akshat]

No entry for other private players. One day Adani will take over ADA, DRDO, & ISRO. HAL & BEL will have to close shop or work ad subsidiaries to Adani Defence.

That fortunate day can’t come quick enough bro!

 

[Sudha]

The overrepresentation of certain Bollywood celebrities and business figures in advertisements has raised concerns about diversity and fair representation. Similarly, there are questions about whether defense contracts and technology transfers are being awarded to a limited number of private companies, primarily those associated with certain regions or communities. The Ministry of Defence's definition of "private sector" appears to be rather narrow, raising concerns about fairness and equal opportunity for other qualified businesses.

Man do you even know the process for selecting? First go through that & then comment "wisely".

 

[Akshat]

The overrepresentation of certain Bollywood celebrities and business figures in advertisements has raised concerns about diversity and fair representation. Similarly, there are questions about whether defense contracts and technology transfers are being awarded to a limited number of private companies, primarily those associated with certain regions or communities. The Ministry of Defence's definition of "private sector" appears to be rather narrow, raising concerns about fairness and equal opportunity for other qualified businesses.

Of Course re. I mean, Tata never got the C295 deal right? Mahindra never got M777 deal?

 

[Akshat]

For DPSU chaaps, private companies bagging contracts and delivering is unbearable ! So their stomachache never ends !

His problem is not private companies. His problem is M0di.

 

[Akshat]

Not required at all. DRDO will hand hold till personnel get experienced.

Then the product will be delivered in 3 decades.

 

[Akshat]

Very good decision , DRDO concieves designs and then hands over the production of systems to private partners to cut down on timelines . Retiring scientists technicians , foremen of project are then gainfully employed by the private sector to germinate and flower the newer generation of production , testing engineers who are handsomely paid as compared to DRDO employees and standing strength of non technical cadres and technicians is reduced considerably to generate more money to pour into RXD of future designs and projects .

But the whole problem is with DRDO itself. Whenever DRDO makes a product with private companies, the private company has to bear losses. ATAGS and Whap are 2 great examples of this.

 

[GMR]

That will happen only after getting the contract signed isnt it?

Not sure..as the platform is finalised, parallel process will save years..

 

[GMR]

The aircraft have already been delivered to the IAF. These are six former Air India A321s. In fact, as best I have been able to find, the aircraft have also been partially repainted and some work has begun.

My point was on planes from Embraer for M1A

 

[Amit Ray]

Gone to the right company, will deliver business successfully.

 

[Anant]

My point was on planes from Embraer for M1A

Oh, they are still looking for those. Embraer offered the Phenom 900, since the EMB-145 (the aircraft carrying the Netra Mk 1 system) is no longer in production. The IAF seems to be more willing to just go with second-hand EMB-145s, though.

 

[Deepak Hegde]

Chahe kisko bhi doh, made in promote hona chaiye aur jaldi result milna chaiye 👍

That should be the approach. As long as it is an Indian company. Whoever delivers on time and cost should be given contracts !

 

[kumar]

Adani defense don't have any history of investing in serious r&d. Anyways, if they are able to meet thier deadlines and develop new products based on the learnings absorbed during this process, then nothing like it.

 

[Vijigishu ( विजिग्शु )]

My father still works in a PSU, and I work in a very large private conglomerate. Believe you me when I say that folks working in PSUs aren't socialists. Don't generalise.

I said what i observed in PSUs. Most of them are always fearful on govt which may privatise them. So automatically guys become expert in socialism, communism and what not. I'm sorry if u feel offended, but generalisation happens for a reason. It's a trend basically, with exceptions, ofcourse.

 

[BCharlie]

No entry for other private players. One day Adani will take over ADA, DRDO, & ISRO. HAL & BEL will have to close shop or work ad subsidiaries to Adani Defence.

Yes & why not.. Aggressive Lobbying & Initiatives give results. Looks like Gujarat heavy industries, port etc will give way for Adani.. and as its moving with favors, Modiji is going to be their new MD after 5 years.