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Global Defence Helicopter 2023 Agenda

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The Global Defence Helicopter 2023 is currently in production, Take a look at the focus and themes for this years event.

If you wish to speak at GDH 2023, please contact harry@defenceleaders.com

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08:00
  1. 60 mins
    Hosted by Leonardo Helicopters 
  2. 60 mins
09:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Armament Inspectorates role in strengthening the Polish Armed Forces’ defence capabilities
    • Generational replacement of helicopters in the Polish Armed Forces
    • New generation helicopter platforms capabilities and the needs of the Polish Armed Forces
09:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Introduction and AWHERO: Eyes in the skies
    • AW249: the latest generation combat helicopter – shaping the future
    • AW149 - multi-mission performance and mission systems: operations in high threat environments
10:00
  1. 30 mins
    • How UK’s multi role replacement programs tie into the study
    • Timeline, budgets and opportunities for collaboration in the programme
    • The biggest technical developments feeding into the project
10:30
  1. 45 mins
    Hosted by Airbus
11:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Differences and similarities between operations in the past vs what is happening now
    • Helicopter usage, vulnerabilities and how these are being negated
    • Timelines and plans for our upcoming helicopter programme and how this will improve response
11:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Military Customers' feedback, and lessons learned from recent conflicts
    • How Airbus answers military customers’ needs of today and tomorrow
    • Cooperation opportunities to optimise your operational capabilities
12:15
  1. 30 mins
    • From the Gazelle to the Guepard: new capabilities, new needs
    • Synergic battlefield: interacting with Tiger and NH90 helicopters
    • Maintenance: finding the right mix between civilian and military support
12:45
  1. 90 mins
    Hosted by Moog
14:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Operational feedback, and lessons learned from recent conflicts
    • How CSAR missions have become a priority
    • Cooperation opportunities to optimise our operational capabilities
14:45
  1. 30 mins
    • A modular, expandable design to meet unique requirements, regardless of host platform
    • Retrofit friendly to bring older platforms up to date with modern weapons suites
    • Advanced designs that meet MIL-SPEC requirements while able to integrate future weapons
    Hosted by Moog
15:15
  1. 30 mins
    • How land-based units have adapted for the littoral
    • Expanding the platforms from which we operate from
    • Future requirements for the Australian Armed Forces
15:45
  1. 45 mins
    Hosted by BAE Systems
16:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Top programmes right now, and how operational conditions are influencing our decisions
    • Future approach to optimal synchronisation of weapons and sensors
    • Industry collaboration in enhancing our medium helicopter fleet
17:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Advanced capabilities that improve readiness and sustainability
    • Future airborne communication, navigation and identification
    • Aircraft survivability equipment and sustainment
17:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Our current alignment based on recent operations and why this could become ineffective
    • Current examples of changes in DOTMLPF-P for the evolving security environment
    • Prioritising Modular Open Systems Approaches to ensure air superiority
18:05
  1. 115 mins
    Hosted by Bell Helicopters
09:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Standardization of weapons systems within heterogenous fleets
    • Crew served systems with focus on Mi-17
    • Airborne suite of products enabling LGR capabilities
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Tactical use of platforms during recent UK operations: attack, assault and heavy lift operations
    • Bringing in the UK’s Aviation Force and how we use our platforms, including reducing types
    • Future plans for the UK’s medium lift programme
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Options for EU integration of platforms/systems
    • What can academia/STEM/SMEs bring as solutions
    • The role of army aviation HQ in developing a coordinated approach Fleet operations
09:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • MANPAD engagement profile and evolution: understanding how capabilities have evolved
    • Considerations for missile warners and DIRCM based countermeasures
    • CMWS and ATIRCM (examples of missile warner and DIRCM systems)
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Enhancing current fleet capabilities via future precision guided rockets
    • Enhancing crew situational awareness via its digital backbone
    • Advanced Post Design Services
    Hosted by AceHawk
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Innovative solutions for our customers
    • Training programs and transition courses for experienced operators
    • Virtual products: cost-effective tools with unlimited use cases
    Hosted by Entrol
10:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Key areas for improvement to ease crew fatigue
    • Industry members involved and further collaborative opportunities
    • Working with paramilitary organisations for input on solutions to improve survivability
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • The rotary community, support model and procurement process
    • Development process principles for helicopter platforms
    • Management of modernisation requirements with NSPA procurement model
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Training frictions being inserted to simulate real world challenges
    • Basic/advanced/operational training comparisons and where our future simulators fit
    • Training and platform testing plan for 2023 and how you can get involved
11:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Where and how Hungary have been using its aviation force
    • What we had before (Mi), what we have now (H145) and how we transitioned between the two
    • Outstanding future training requirements and input required
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Understanding Piloting & visual challenges with existing technologies
    • Innovative piloting aid sensor for ultra-wide observation
    • Increasing capabilities via cutting edge mission sensor for stand-off observation
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Current tactics, instructors and courses that are changing due to current threat picture
    • MANPAD, A2AD and opportunities for participation
    • Transition towards a multinational helicopter tactics/training centre
11:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • An improved architectural approach that delivers MDO
    • Aviation modernisation initiatives that demonstrate the need for agile integration
    • How to operate to extend service life and role expansion
    Hosted by General Dynamics UK
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • What support can/do we give to those looking to start/confirm SOF certification
    • The reasons why SOF skills are so essential to the modern operating environment
    • SOF modular mission equipment NIAG study results and impact on our units
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Developing innovative Analysis & Simulation
    • Integrated Reality Technology: underlying physics / flight dynamics modelling, visual display technologies and piloting aids
    • Reducing flight test time and effort required, plus future use of technologies
    Hosted by Digiflight
12:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Why MOSA is a critical enabler to new fleets
    • Transforming nations to be more MOSA centric
    • Why MOSA matters and how it affects you
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Brief history of the MMU
    • Need for mission-customised MMUs
    • Operator data overload and inflight training
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • The challenges of coordinating JAPCC programmes
    • Update on the ATP 49 programme: changes and impact on operations
    • Future developments of interest, including NGRC and its impact on MDO
14:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Creating multidomain pictures with helicopters at the centre
    • Delivering C4 and situational awareness
    • Transforming the role of the multi-mission aircraft using recent acquisition lessons
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Overcoming the challenges of enabling offensive capabilities on small platforms • From utility to attack: Solution priorities • Requirements for the next generation of rotary platforms
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Best use of simulators vs live training
    • Mutual Bilateral Airworthiness Recognition (MBAR)
    • MBAR assessment – development, knowledge, experience and positives
14:45
  1. 30 mins
    • Interoperable datalinks to support cross-domain operations
    • The helicopter as an information hub: Manned-Unmanned Teaming
    • Exportable resilient communications to counter near peer threats
    Hosted by Elbit Systems
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Revolutionary hand-held field level armament test capability
    • Full laser/IR optics test capabilities
    • Reduced life cycle sustainment cost, with increased mission readiness
    Hosted by Marvin Test Solutions
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Ensuring interoperability with other nations
    • Analysis of available options for reducing the demands via enhanced training packages
    • Operating and training the future fleet: mission variants and crew training
    Hosted by Pathfinder
15:15
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Status of current military requirements
    • Concepts for combined manned & unmanned teaming
    • Sharing experiences and providing guidance to industry for shaping future solutions.
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Next generation of avionic technology to aid pilot vision
    • Night pilotage solutions tests and impact on Fleets
    • Pipeline projects for DVE solutions
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Background and operational situation shaping demand
    • Reasons for acquiring a new platform and challenges of implementation, design & upgrade
    • Training and platform testing plan
16:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Current user experience and how this might be improved
    • The limitations of existing testing technology
    • Common user needs and how can these be implemented in future upgrades
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Utilising scout helicopters in collaboration with future technology
    • Managing requirement needs with budgetary restrictions
    • Plans for future procurement and industry requirements
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Enhanced capabilities through modernized monitoring systems
    • Modification, training, and sustainment
    • Availability, supportability, and cost effectiveness of modernized platforms
17:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Concept of operations: the requirements for the combat field
    • Integration concept, the process for the weapon integration, integrating next generation systems on current platforms
    • Benefits of precision weapons, combat experience and future vision
    Hosted by Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Responding to emergent requirements through new acquisition or modernization programs
    • Meeting rapid acquisition timelines with reliable, affordable light scout attack helicopter solutions
    • Ensuring self-sustaining national security forces through strategic teaming
    Hosted by MD Helicopters
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Identifying supply chain shortfalls and challenges that diminish readiness
    • An alternative solution for hard-to-find, long lead time, obsolete parts/spares and materials
    • Establishing timely and responsive proactive solutions
17:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Combining technology with innovative planning to enhance a unit’s combat capability
    • Case study of ATP 49 implementation and implications for land units
    • Working with industry to analyse enemy tactics and establish appropriate response technologies
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Weapon system upgrade plan for LAH
    • How to reduce pilot workload with MUMT
    • Utilisation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle with MUMT
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Thee needs of light armed helicopters in space constrained environments
    • Operational feedback and lessons
    • Future industry collaboration
18:05
  1. 115 mins
    Hosted by Chemring Countermeasures
09:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • DSTL’s work in the tactical aviation space, as well as the concept hierarchy framework.
    • Simulation derived big data to decide technologies embodied on platforms, ensure tactical dominance
    • Potential use case: Informing the Apache Spiral Upgrade Program
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Customer requirements and needs
    • Providing cost and operationally effective battlefield upgrades
    • Product developments for the battlefield environment
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Background to UK requirements and subsequent development
    • Limitations on use during austere operations and how these are being overcome
    • Developing the Aviation Battlegroup’s flexible and adaptable suite of response options
09:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Need for BLOS on rotary wing platforms
    • Past issues with broadband approaches
    • New technologies that allow for maximum data transmission with antenna under rotor blades
    Hosted by L3Harris
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Spare parts characteristics and their possible different strategies to source
    • Total support solutions under consideration
    • Optimising the value chain in order to reduce the cost structure and re-focus on core activities
    Hosted by IDAG
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Beginning the process of achieving efficient MRO capacity
    • Consolidating multi-functional parts to reduce wear
    • Next generation training examples easing the maintenance burden
    Hosted by Redstone
10:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Development plan for EW detection and CM capabilities including maintaining legacy systems
    • Feedback on EW threats and how these are being overcome
    • A look at the future of integrated EW based support
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Combine capabilities to maximize value
    • Built-in avionics compatibility and future growth essentials
    • Situational awareness and safety
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Surplus options currently available
    • Mutual benefits of inheriting Fleets
    • Potential challenges during overhaul and how industry can help develop solutions
11:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Current tactical issues with spending too long on the ground and associated risks
    • Analysis of available options and current development projects to improve the process
    • Invitations for industry proposals to assist the program
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Status of the current Fleet
    • Overview of programme developments
    • Evolutions, enhancements and modernisation planning
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Keeping the Fleet operational via dynamic spares
    • Considerations including health unit monitoring systems to maximise operational readiness levels
    • Options for industry to assist with speed and ease of checks
11:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Will increasing complexity of systems/sensors affect the workload of the crew and how to mitigate risk
    • What is required to support those networks
    • What is the impact for software maintenance with smart weapons/sensors compared to simple systems?
    Hosted by RTI (Real Time Innovations)
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Background and current helicopter operations
    • Challenges to the combined fleet operations
    • Surviving the challenges and future opportunities
    Hosted by Metravib Defence
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Supporting multirole helicopter missions
    • Observations aides to ensure weapon system delivery
    • The new generation of aircraft platforms and how we are adapting our services
    Hosted by G&G Partners
12:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Hall C
    • Looking ahead to the next stages of development for rotary ‘teaming’ capabilities
    • Video feedback on autonomous elements from the technology teams using up to 3x sensors for one pilot
    • Current scope for UAS teaming on both national and international programmes
  2. 30 mins
    • Hall B
    • Current solutions fielded to ensure survivability
    • Limitations regarding the evolution of threats and technology
    • Opportunities for development and how industry can assist
  3. 30 mins
    • Hall A
    • Challenges of embarking combat helicopters in ships for amphibious assault
    • Feedback on emerging trials methods and use of simulation
    • Future opportunities for USMC aviation trials and research requirements
13:30
  1. 30 mins
    • Reach via efficient speed and range capability: critical for the Army’s modernization objectives
    • Why only a tiltrotor can provide leap-ahead capability with high technical maturity
    • My experience transitioning from helicopters to tiltrotors and why I never looked back
14:00
  1. 30 mins
    • How NATO multi role replacement programs tie into the study
    • Timeline, budgets and opportunities for collaboration in the programme
    • The biggest technical developments feeding into the project
14:30
  1. 30 mins
    • The evolution of platforms that resulted in the current designs
    • Learning opportunities from the development of the prototypes
    • How and where can OEMs add value through increased options for the future operating force
15:00
  1. 30 mins
    • Commonalities/differences in FARA vs FLRAA
    • Budget, prototype timeline and further development opportunities
    • Selection aims and where we perceive these platforms being used