But wont the no of operational planes go down by a margin by 2017
^^^^^ thats the challenge IAF is facing. its operational fighters are dwindeling in numbers.
Why do you think so?
I have mentioned the approximate number.
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But wont the no of operational planes go down by a margin by 2017
^^^^^ thats the challenge IAF is facing. its operational fighters are dwindeling in numbers.
Why do you think so?
I have mentioned the approximate number.
two vendors can be selected? i m not sure how it will happen. each company is making a single ac. if eurofighter wins the deal how can other vendor help in faster production.
from where did u get the data of only one mig-21 squadron is operational now. any link to IAF chief's comments/interview.
During the airshow, Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal PV Naik addressed the media in a press conference and thanked them for the excellent coverage of the Aero India 2011. He answered myriad questions from various media persons and defence journalists. Following is the extract of the press conference in Q&A format.
Q. What about old Russian aircraft MiG-21?
A: We have already started phasing out Mig-21 fighters. Only one squadron is left for the phase out. From 2014-2015 onwards we’ll start refurbishing our strength.
IAF Chief's exclusive press conference at Aero India 2011 - Brahmand.com
2010 termed as the safest year in history of Pakistan air force.
Major exercises: High Mark 2010 wargames (8,000+ flying hours), Red Flag and Green Flag and Saffron Bandit.
Participation in Farnborough and Air show China. PAF also played major role in WOT.
..Here you go...We have already started phasing out Mig-21 fighters. Only one squadron is left for the phase out..
and ?? Mate you talking high mark 2010,red flag,green flag and safron bandit .
Am Gonna name a few like garuda 2011 ,vayushakti ,then with SINGAPORE ,UK and many mores..
IAF has recorded 40 crashes in just the last three years. two vendors in the sense order being split between two aircrafts like f18 and ef
Here you go....
Gripen is cheap, we could order some to solve our immediate problem and i think the production rate of su30 is proposed to increase.the solution is ordering 200+ gripen ng fighters and faster production of SU 30 MKI.
the solution is ordering 200+ gripen ng fighters and faster production of SU 30 MKI.
if we order gripen, we will again be indirectly dependent on US which wont be great. so in my opinion it will be either eurofighter only.
Albeit, a link to "Rung Dey Basanti" was in my mind,Since you ( WJ) often say you know someone in the PAF, how about posting comparable data for PAF too? Try to give links too. Avoid paintings and cartoons.
Thanks in advance.
however, I didn't had to make any long distant calls either, since I came across some comparative data in this very forum. Please find the attached links.