April 4, 2021
The "Oron" aircraft was acquired by the Air Force
The Commanding Officer of the IAF: “This aircraft will vastly improve our effectiveness.”
Today (Sunday), the "Oron", the first aircraft of its kind, landed in Israel at the Nevatim airbase.
This development program is led by the Directorate of Defense R&D (DDR&D) at the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), in collaboration with the Israeli Air Force (IAF), the Intelligence Directorate, and the Israeli Navy. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is the primary contractor of the "Oron".
The aircraft, developed in light of IDF and IMOD lessons learned from operations, will also be equipped with data processing algorithms based on advanced data science and artificial intelligence capabilities; the aircraft will enable the IDF to maintain its intelligence superiority in the face of emerging challenges.
The "Oron" aircraft is based on the Gulfstream G550 platform, known for its excellent flight performance and low maintenance costs. The aircraft will be equipped with cutting-edge sensors including an advanced radar system produced by IAI.
These systems will enable the IDF to generate an unprecedented depth and scope of intelligence in real-time, in any weather or visibility conditions, during routine operations and conflict.
The 122nd “Nachshon” Squadron will operate the new aircraft for real-time intelligence operations. The squadron currently operates the “Shavit” and “Eitam” aircrafts, which are also used for intelligence purposes. The aircraft’s acquisition ceremony was led by the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin.
The Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin: “The IAF’s “Nachshon” Squadron’s acquisition of the "Oron" will enable the Air Force to further enhance its operational and intelligence superiority in the face of emerging threats and security challenges.”
Head of Military R&D in the DDR&D of the Ministry of Defense, Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem: “The DDR&D has been leading the development of the "Oron" mission systems for over nine years. This mission aircraft will provide the IDF with unprecedented, innovative ISR capabilities using groundbreaking sensing systems - the onboard radar system and a variety of sensors. These systems will stream valuable data to the intelligence units. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology will enable an efficient and automated data processing system, which will produce actionable intelligence in real time, enhancing the effectiveness of IDF operational activities.”
IAI VP and CEO of "ELTA", Yoav Tourgeman: "IAI is proud to provide the IMOD and the IDF with the most advanced Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft in the world. It will provide unprecedented information gathering capabilities above and beyond what has been available to date. This unique Israeli technology will support the IDF's operational demands in various arenas, with an emphasis on the IAF’s highly challenging missions. IAI is the home of Israel’s Special Mission Aircraft and a world leader in this field. The "Oron" has been added to the family of Strategic Special Mission Aircrafts that the IAI has provided the IDF with over the past two decades, including the "Eitam" (AEW&C) and "Shavit" (SIGINT) aircraft.”
This development program is led by the Directorate of Defense R&D (DDR&D) at the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD), in collaboration with the Israeli Air Force (IAF), the Intelligence Directorate, and the Israeli Navy. Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) is the primary contractor of the "Oron".
The aircraft, developed in light of IDF and IMOD lessons learned from operations, will also be equipped with data processing algorithms based on advanced data science and artificial intelligence capabilities; the aircraft will enable the IDF to maintain its intelligence superiority in the face of emerging challenges.
The "Oron" aircraft is based on the Gulfstream G550 platform, known for its excellent flight performance and low maintenance costs. The aircraft will be equipped with cutting-edge sensors including an advanced radar system produced by IAI.
These systems will enable the IDF to generate an unprecedented depth and scope of intelligence in real-time, in any weather or visibility conditions, during routine operations and conflict.
The 122nd “Nachshon” Squadron will operate the new aircraft for real-time intelligence operations. The squadron currently operates the “Shavit” and “Eitam” aircrafts, which are also used for intelligence purposes. The aircraft’s acquisition ceremony was led by the Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin.
The Commanding Officer of the Israeli Air Force, Maj. Gen. Amikam Norkin: “The IAF’s “Nachshon” Squadron’s acquisition of the "Oron" will enable the Air Force to further enhance its operational and intelligence superiority in the face of emerging threats and security challenges.”
Head of Military R&D in the DDR&D of the Ministry of Defense, Brig. Gen. Yaniv Rotem: “The DDR&D has been leading the development of the "Oron" mission systems for over nine years. This mission aircraft will provide the IDF with unprecedented, innovative ISR capabilities using groundbreaking sensing systems - the onboard radar system and a variety of sensors. These systems will stream valuable data to the intelligence units. The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology will enable an efficient and automated data processing system, which will produce actionable intelligence in real time, enhancing the effectiveness of IDF operational activities.”
IAI VP and CEO of "ELTA", Yoav Tourgeman: "IAI is proud to provide the IMOD and the IDF with the most advanced Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft in the world. It will provide unprecedented information gathering capabilities above and beyond what has been available to date. This unique Israeli technology will support the IDF's operational demands in various arenas, with an emphasis on the IAF’s highly challenging missions. IAI is the home of Israel’s Special Mission Aircraft and a world leader in this field. The "Oron" has been added to the family of Strategic Special Mission Aircrafts that the IAI has provided the IDF with over the past two decades, including the "Eitam" (AEW&C) and "Shavit" (SIGINT) aircraft.”
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