What Happened
French Defense Electronics Group Expands Indonesian Air Force Capabilities
Thales has delivered the first two Ground Master 403 (GM403) long-range air surveillance radars to the Indonesian Air Force, marking the beginning of a 13-radar contract signed in 2023. The radars will be integrated with Thales’s SkyView Air C4I command and control system, providing Indonesia with enhanced air defense capabilities. The delivery ceremony also saw the induction of several new aircraft, including Dassault Rafale fighters and Airbus A400M airlifters. The contract is part of a broader defense modernization effort by Indonesia, with France playing a significant role. This development was first reported by AeroTime.