Air Weapon System Configuration Statement: SM-26S/T Machete

Abstract

The SM-27 MACHETE is a fixed-wing military aircraft developed to satisfy COunter INsurgency (COIN), Close Air Support (CAS), Light Attack (LA), Forward Air Control (FAC) and Advanced Trainer (AT) missions. The SM-27 is a product of STAVATTI MILITARY AEROSPACE, a division of STAVATTI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD. (STAVATTI). There is a distinct need for a capable replacement for OV-10 BRONCOs and A-37 DRAGONFLYs operated by U.S. allies worldwide. With over 230 such aircraft still in service today, STAVATTI identifies the SM-27 MACHETE as the only new platform which will effectively address this type of requirement. Furthermore, the USAF/AFRES/USANG has been operating 116 OA-10As in satisfaction of the FAC role. The average age of the OA-10A has exceeded 22 years and this type will require replacement within the next 10 to 20 years. The SM-27 is an appropriate successor to this type in the FAC/anti-terrorism role.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 27, 2005
Accession Number
ADA435976

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Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerodynamic Configurations
  • Airborne Warning And Control System
  • Aircrafts
  • Airframes
  • Birds
  • Composite Materials
  • Electronic Countermeasures
  • Horizontal Stabilizers
  • Landing Gear
  • Materials
  • Materials Science
  • Military Aircraft
  • Nose Wheels
  • Radar
  • Spars
  • Turbines
  • Warning Systems

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