A Symbol of Excellence in Aviation

Capabilities of APF


1. Avionics Production


APF is a unique avionics production facility which holds status of Qualified Production Vendor (QPV) of a large number of Avionics systems. APF production facilities comply high level of workmanship based on International Printed Circuits (IPC), Military and Commercial Standards. State of the art generic manufacturing machines for production, testing, environmental stress screening can meet the qualification requirements for wide range of avionics / electronic systems. Multiple avionics systems of fighter aircraft have been produced by APF and same are successfully operating on various airborne/ ground platforms. Today APF is capable of producing and qualifying complete avionics suite of modern fighter aircraft as well as complex electronics from complete knock down (CKD) kit components. PCB stuffing from CKD kits along with final assembling of modules as per design specifications can be undertaken at this facility for various types of avionics and electronic systems. These generic facilities available at APF are also being extensively utilized for commercial electronics manufacturing, pre-compliance / fully compliance electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing, power supply & environmental qualifications and serial production of indigenously developed systems.

APF Avionics Production Factory

2. Life Cycle Support of Avionics Systems


APF has an elaborated testing and repair facility for life cycle support of avionics/ electronics systems. OEM provided test equipment as well as indigenously developed test setup is being used for repair and maintenance of avionics/ electronics system, enabling APF to achieve PCB level repair capabilities. APF repair capability can be utilized for the test and fault finding of variety of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) thru different fault-finding systems, which allows to apply different electronic test methods to obtain maximum test coverage and fault detection. Test signals can be applied at the PCB edge connectors or through test clips and Device Test Interfaces (DTIs) to perform fixtureless in-circuit testing. Furthermore, APF also enjoys excellent reputation due to its illustrious track record for adept restoration of electronic systems through successful trial repairs, particularly for aviation sector. With a robust history spanning four decades, APF brings unparalleled expertise to the repair and maintenance of both vintage and modern electronics systems for military and civil sector, solidifying its position as a leader in the industry.

APF Avionics Production Factory

3. Ground Radars MRO


APF has comprehensive MRO facility for ground radars which includes overhauling and refurbishment of low- and high-level radar systems through antenna structural repairs, testing and refurbishment along with complete electronics testing, optimization and calibration. In addition to this, electronics upgrade of vintage ground radars is also being undertaken at this setup to cope up with the ever-growing defence industry. Our state-of-the-art processes, cutting-edge facilities, experience of overhauling/ upgrading hundreds of radars and a team of dedicated professionals collectively contribute to the mastery required for overhauling military-grade ground radar systems. This unique synthesis of skills not only ensures the seamless management of military tasks but also positions us as adept navigators of the commercial sector's intricate demands in various areas.

APF Avionics Production Factory

4. Flight Simulation


APF has an advanced Flight Simulation facility for development of aircraft Full Mission Simulators. To achieve the versatile Flight Simulation technology, APF holds unique development expertise and lab testing facility. The facility provides life cycle support to flight simulators developed by APF and developed at various location through continuous upgrade as per latest configuration of respective aircraft systems. The facility is also in possession of its own developed Full mission Simulator being utilized to provide realistic training scenarios for pilots, helping them enhance their skills. The facility is also capable of conducting operations and maintenance of flight simulators. Development of Aircraft Maintenance Simulators is also carried out at this facility.

APF Avionics Production Factory