AERO Vodochody has recently achieved several major international milestones. During the IDET defence and security technology fair in Brno, the company signed two key agreements — an industrial cooperation deal with Lockheed Martin and a letter of intent with LOM PRAHA focused on advanced pilot training.

The partnership with Lockheed Martin and Collins Aerospace involves the development of a next-generation Multi Sensor Reconnaissance Pod made from advanced composite materials, as part of the Czech F-35 acquisition programme. The project will leverage AERO’s expertise in aerospace manufacturing and composite structures, underlining its readiness to participate in global defence programmes.

A major highlight is also the development of the L-39 Skyfox training system with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) capabilities. This modern approach combines real flight with virtual environments and simulated adversaries, increasing both the efficiency and realism of pilot training while significantly reducing costs. This makes it ideal for preparing pilots to operate 4th and 5th generation aircraft.

The L-39 Skyfox has attracted growing international interest. At the end of May, three aircraft were officially delivered to the Hungarian Air Force, where they will be used in the NATO Flight Training Europe programme.

With these achievements, AERO Vodochody continues to reinforce its position as a key European player in both pilot training and the development of cutting-edge aerospace technologies.

Source: https://www.aeroweb.cz/  | Aero Vodochody
Author: CzechTrade Australia