Ola Adelphi, could you provide any further details on the MAR-1 or know of any sources with further details? It’s a very interesting missile and something quite exotic compared to the usual types in service around the world.

Hi Rookh,
I talked with people linked to the MAR-1 program and was informed that the range is similar to the ALARM missile. The Mectron is conducting final tests to schedule deliveries to the FAB and PAF.
In LAAD Defence & Security 2011 Mectron released a video of an A-1 (AMX) launching the MAR-1 with success.
I think Mectron is doing a good job with the new missiles MAR-1 and MAA-1B. The company is now part of the Odebrecht Group, one of Brazil’s biggest.

Now it’s official. First batch of 5 italian FREMM for Brazil.

(Google Translator)
http://www.defesabrasil.com/site/noticias/marinha/ministerio-da-defesa-e-marinha-do-brasil-assinam-acordo-de-intencoes-com-a-italia.php

(Defesa Brasil) – An agreement of intent was signed today by Defence Minister Nelson Jobim in Brazil, by Navy Commander Admiral Julio Soares of Brazil de Moura Neto, the Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy Admiral Bruno Branciforti and the Under Secretary Defence of Italy, Guido Crosetti.

The agreement of intent firm the option of the Ministry of Defence of Brazil and Navy of Brazil by the Italian military equipment that best match the needs of Brazil. This is not a contract of sale.

Brazilian intentions with this agreement are to acquire for future construction projects in Brazil from 5 FREMM class frigates, 5 class patrol ship Oceanic Sirio (Commander class changed) and a logistics support ship that can both be class Etna as can be developed a new ship together. This measure aims to modernize the fleet part of the Navy of Brazil, and thereby ensure the complete fulfillment of the tasks assigned to the Navy for the National Defense Strategy.

Google on-line translate:

Embraer delivers first Chilean Super Tucano

http://www.defesabrasil.com/site/noticias/industria-nacional/apresentado-o-primeiro-super-tucano-do-chile.php

You can use Google Translator.

Best Redards,

Rodrigo

It’s a difficult question. FAB will receive the RFP (Request For Proposal) only next year. At the moment, according FAB studies the situation is: 1st Gripen NG, 2nd Super Hornet and 3rd Rafale. But there’s a long way to decision and in my opinion it will be a strategic choice and not a “better aircraft” choice. France is our new strategic partner, but our MoD doesn’t want only one partner. France will sell Scorpene SSK, FREMM, 50 EC-725 and technology for SSN. US want to be our strategic partner again because the new aggressive situation in South America (Chávez and his friends), and American Congress wants to sell us the SH with full power (APG-79, AIM-120C, JDAM…).

We have to wait :rolleyes:

What do you think about the FX Contest? Do you have any predictions and if so what type???

The Brazilian AMX are being upgraded with SCP-01 Scipio radar, glass cockpit, data-link, NVG capable, new HOTAS, laser designators for PGMs. The upgraded AMX will have almost the same avionics of A-29 and F-5M. They will carry LITENING III and SKY SHIELD pods, Lizard LGB, Anti-ship missile (probably Exocet or Harpoon), MAR-1 (Brazilian ARM) and MAA-1A/B Piranha.

FAB studied a new engine for AMX, but it was so expensive, and our “Pocket Tornado” will fly for only more 10/12 years, when Adelphi, Centauro and Poker Squadrons would receive the FX winner (Super Hornet, Gripen or Rafale).

Best Regards,
Rodrigo

Colombian Super Tucano

On this month’s Base Militar Web Magazine:

*HMS Spartan and Jean de Vienne in Rio de Janeiro!
*Anapolis and MUSAL air show
*Walkaround – Blackhawk from Brazilian Army

Check it out! 🙂

http://www.basemilitar.com.br

Regards,
Rodrigo

Brazilian Naval Bases in Rio de Janeiro