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  1. ace009

    Andaman & Nicobar Defence Discussion

    Unless they are flying over Myanmar over the mountains.
  2. ace009

    Andaman & Nicobar Defence Discussion

    So Kunal, why are we wasting our money on the Russian (junk) Mig-29Ks again? Why don't the navy ask HAL to pinch their nose and build them 20-25 N-LCA in the next 2 years?
  3. ace009

    Andaman & Nicobar Defence Discussion

    Also, an IAF base in the Andamans will cause India's allies like Malayasia, Singapore and Vietnam to breath easy as they can expect Indian help sooner in case of Chinese aggression. India should form a defence pact with the SEATO nations ASAP.
  4. ace009

    Andaman & Nicobar Defence Discussion

    All Mig-29s have short ranges. Even with all upgrades, the Mig 29K still has a smaller combat radius (1000 km) than the Su 30 MKI (1500 km). It can also carry fewer AA missiles. This is because Mig 29K has been developed as a naval carrier fighter-bomber and is not an air-superiority fighter...
  5. ace009

    Andaman & Nicobar Defence Discussion

    The Naval air arm is not good enough at this time. All they have is a few Mig-29Ks and a few Harriers. Even one squadron of Su-30 MKI will be good there.
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