Gading Kasturi Sdn Bhd (GKSB) was awarded the Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) by the Directorate General Technical Airworthiness (DGTA) on 19th Sep 23 at GKSB HQ Ampang.
The AMO certificate is effective from 14 April 2023 to 13 April 2026 in performing maintenance of the Flight Navigation and Procedure Trainer Airbus EC120B (FNPT) system and its aeronautical product including associated ancillaries for RMAF.
The AMO certificate submission was successfully officiated by the Director General of DGTA, Brigadier General Ir. Nordin bin Abdul Ghani RMAF to the Accountable Manager of GKSB, Ku Azhar bin Ku Abdul Razak during the events.
GKSB was established in the year 2000, the founder engaged mainly in the aerospace and defence segment combining the captains of the industries. GKSB's objective is to establish a reputation for performance and excellence through experience, commitment and resources that propagate technical competence and entrepreneurship, resulting in sustainable groups in the Malaysian competitive industry.
GKSB's aim is to be the customer's preferred solution provider by providing the tools and technologies that satisfy their needs. Being the company in Malaysia certified as the Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) and Approved Maintenance Training Organization (AMTO) from DGTA for both Aircraft and Simulators, GKSB's expanding product line is a significant discriminator that allows us to engineer complete solutions for a broad range of high-technology applications in various capacities for Malaysia.
Talent Global Sdn Bhd was granted the Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) certification by DGTA on 20th November 2023, at Talent Global Sdn Bhd, Subang. The AMO certificate was officially presented by the Director General of DGTA, Brigadier General Ir. Nordin bin Abdul Ghani RMAF, to Mej Mohd Asri Bin Hamzah (R) TUDM, Managing Director of Talent Global Sdn Bhd, during the event.
The AMO certificate is valid from 30th December 2022 to 30th December 2025 and authorizes Talent Global to perform Scheduled and unscheduled Maintenance, Testing, Technical Services (Training, Publication, Consultation), and Supply of Spare Parts and Related Components for Royal Malaysian Air Force Sling and Lifting Tackles (SLT).
Established in 1996 as a wholly-owned Bumiputra company, Talent Global initially operated as a trading house for aviation and defence-related business activities. In 1999, TGSB secured a contract to supply aircraft parts to the Royal Malaysian Air Force. With experienced personnel and strategic planning, TGSB has transformed from a logistics-based business into a rapidly expanding aviation and general engineering services company. Presently, TGSB employs a workforce mainly consisting of ex-air force engineers, technicians, and logisticians, all with more than two decades of experience in aviation-related fields. Supported by a dedicated workforce, TGSB has become a prominent player in the aviation industry, establishing its engineering consultancy services and general aviation engineering services.
TGSB was previously awarded the Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) by DGTA for Royal Malaysian Airforce services and the maintenance of Sling and Lifting Tackle equipment, effective from 20th January 2012. Additionally, TGSB received the AMO certification for Malaysian Royal Airforce Repair and Overhaul of Rescue Hoist BL10300 Series, effective from 31st July 2012.
Furthermore, TGSB successfully undertook the installation of the WESCAM Camera for the Royal Malaysian Police and received DCA approval for Airborne Multisensor System AS355N on December 21, 2012. This approval includes Modification Documents for Installation, Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, an Avionic Justification Report, Structural Justification Report, and Flight Manual Supplement.
TGSB has also been awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification from SIRIM, an international standard for quality management systems. This certification underscores TGSB's commitment to efficient quality management, ensuring that its work processes and activities adhere to the standards outlined in ISO 9001:2015. This commitment involves risk management, continuous improvement, and compliance with customer requirements.
In addition to the aforementioned achievements, TGSB possesses capabilities in engineering services, logistics, design and manufacturing of aerospace ground support equipment, weapon system program management, parachute engineering, consultancy services, technical support for system installation, aerospace ground support vehicle maintenance, publication management, marketing of new products and services, sling and lifting tackle maintenance, flight training, and simulator solutions.
HeiTech Padu Berhad was awarded the Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) by DGTA on 21st September 2023 at the HeiTech Padu office, Subang Jaya. The award of AMO certification by DGTA is for Su-30MKM Tactical Operational Flight Trainer (TOFT), a full flight simulator system of Sukhoi 30-MKM, which is currently operated and maintained by HeiTech Padu Berhad.
The AMO certificate submission was successfully officiated by the Director General of DGTA, Brigadier General Ir. Nordin bin Abdul Ghani RMAF, to Puan Salmi Nadia binti Mohd Hilmey, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of HeiTech Padu Berhad, during the event.
The AMO certificate is effective from 5th October 2023 to 4th October 2026 in performing the maintenance of the TOFT simulator system for the Royal Malaysian Airforce (RMAF) under the scope of Scheduled Maintenance on Su-30MKM simulator system and the simulator building.
Following the procurement of Su-30MKM jets in August 2003, the government of Malaysia sought to provide RMAF with a flight simulator to ensure cost-effective training for both Su-30MKM pilots and WSOs.
Since 2010, HeiTech Padu has been the organization that operated and maintains the Su-30 MKM TOFT system and its ancillaries, the associated Computer Based Training (CBT) system and the Su-30MKM simulator building and facilities located at Pangkalan Udara Gong Kedak, Jerteh.
As of today, more than sixty (60) RMAF officers, including pilots, Weapon System Officers (WSO) and ground crews, have been successfully trained.
HeiTech Padu is a global ICT System and Technology Service provider. With over 25 years of experience in various industries and markets, including the defence industry, HeiTech Padu has developed expertise in multiple areas, armed with incisive knowledge of the specific needs and challenges of these industries to formulate the required applications, systems and solutions, including the simulator systems and electronic engineering services.
With over 10 years of experience in maintaining and operating the Su-30MKM Tactical Operational Flight Trainer (TOFT), HeiTech has also developed the Asset Readiness Management & Monitoring System (ARMMS) and Enhanced Aid Training System (ETAS), which are currently used by the 12 Squadron, Pangkalan Udara Gong Kedak. Another system presently used by INSPRA Pangkalan Udara Kuantan, known as the Air Defence Simulator System (ADSS), is also a product developed by HeiTech. Currently, the ADSS is in the process of upgrading after 8 years of service. The upgrade is to support INSPRA's training and operation needs.
Besides RMAF, HeiTech is also involved and assists the Royal Malaysian Army in maintaining the Weapon Locating Radar (WLR), provides electronic engineering services and has experience in supporting the Man-Portable Air Defence System (MANPADS), including its simulator. Another digital product developed by HeiTech is an Integrated Tactical Training & Command Control System (ITACCS), which is suitable for mission planning – tactical and operational training and simulation.
As a centre of innovation in Malaysia's technology landscape, we are a part of the technological advancement and offer this as part of our solution to our clients and customers. Rich in history and proud of its tradition of service to the country and its people, it is our responsibility to facilitate the government in accelerating the growth of our national human capital.
HeiTech, as a digital transformation enabler, our role in innovating and expanding as technology advances is a game changer in the industries throughout Malaysia and beyond.
On 8th March 2023, the Director General of the Directorate General Technical Airworthiness (DGTA) received a courtesy visit from the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) Air Wing Unit led by SAC Ahmad Lokman bin Abdul Hadi. The visit began at 0930H and ended at 1400H.
This was the first courtesy visit made by the PDRM Air Wing Unit to the DGTA. The main objective of the visit was to strengthen relationships between government agencies.
Additionally, this opportunity was also used to share information and increase the Special Branch's knowledge about the jurisdiction and governance of the DGTA as an agency responsible for regulating and overseeing the State Aircraft Operator (SAO) in the country.
Subang, 09 May 23 - No 2 Squadron and No 16 Squadron have been awarded Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO). In addition, Approved Maintenance Training Organisation (AMTO) certification was awarded to No 16 Squadron.
The award of AMO status is a testimony of State Aircraft Operator (SAO) for their commitment and maturity in managing airworthiness requirements. DGTA congratulates the management and staff for this significant accomplishment.
SUBANG, 16 May 2023 – Aerotree Defence & Services Sdn Bhd has been awarded Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) for PUTD’s Agusta A109 LOH aircraft.
The award of AMO status is a testimony of Aerotree Defense & Services Sdn Bhd commitment and maturity in managing airworthiness requirements. DGTA congratulates the management and staff for this significant accomplishment.
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