ADA Tejas Mark-II/Medium Weight Fighter

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https://defenceforumindia.com/forum/threads/ada-lca-tejas-mark-ii.45058/page-95#post-1435490

You are welcome, to once again get educated about LCA/NLA and proving that you have no clue what you are talking about.
The article says the same thing I posted,

Levinson were not actively operated with integrated fly by wire system, with variations every second for complex flight profiles.

But they were tested at three modes where angles were constant & not actively operated through out the flight.

Because naval levcons were primarily employed for landing & take off,

& not for active operations with varying degrees of inclination for every second, in completing maneuvering flight profiles

You still can't comprehend that means, , ,,,,,,
 

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ADA tested levcons just for a few constant angles,

that too for a very few profiles, like take off, landing, level flight, high subsonic flight,


, not as an active surface whose angle vary all the time, under the control of fly by wire software.

That's what the paper says,

But levcons too can be used like canards, with varying angles every second..
 

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The article says the same thing I posted,

Levinson were not actively operated with integrated fly by wire system, with variations every second for complex flight profiles.

But they were tested at three modes where angles were constant & not actively operated through out the flight.

Because naval levcons were primarily employed for landing & take off,

& not for active operations with varying degrees of inclination for every second, in completing maneuvering flight profiles

You still can't comprehend that means, , ,,,,,,
Ignore that guy he looks like some low life guys who devote whole life to demote tejas on every forum... I jave see his str , asr blah blah but iaf had set max goal for fighter even lockheed martin wouldnt have been able to achive such asr , str but he constantly repeats same thing which shows his biased views and to brainwash othe members on this forum.
 

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Happy to have @ersakthivel in his forum defending the Tejas. In a nation full of sell-outs, traitors and many having a huge collonial hangover, it is good to see a staunch nationalist countering them at every turn.

I feel pained at the attempts to degrade the efforts of Indian scientific community

&

deny Young guys pilots of IAF, the opportunity to fly a cutting edge fighter like Tejas in numbers.


by few agenda posters here.


That's why I am posting here after a long time.

Critique is welcome. But this kind of dumping down on Tejas is totally uncalled for.

Large scale Induction of Tejas brings the base tech level of IAF to f16 latest block, in a cost effective manner.

And leapfrogs the standard of IAF to the level of western air forces at entry level.

Not something to be scoffed at or taken lightly .
 

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The article says the same thing I posted,
Lol not even close, because you don't understand the purpose of the LEVCONS for NLCA in the first place! And the fact that you now desperately try to reverse your earlier claims from:
There is no such thing as limited position LEVCONs anywhere in the world
to:
But they were tested at three modes
shows the problem, lack of knowledge of nearly any topic you comment on.
It's not enough to have an opinion, you have to gain proper knowledge too!
 

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Looking At 12 Squadrons Of LCA Tejas Mk.2, IAF Chief Confirms

We’re looking at 12 squadrons of the Light Combat Aircraft Mk.2, Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa said today at an air power conference in India’s capital, confirming months of reports suggesting the IAF was looking for over 200 of the fighters. The chief stipulated, expectedly, that such an order would only come if the improved LCA Tejas — which will feature a more powerful engine, radar and electronic warfare and avionics — met the expanded expectations of the IAF.

While the LCA Tejas’s baseline version, the Mk.1, entered service with the IAF in 2016, with about half a squadron flying now with the ‘Flying Daggers’ unit and a total order of 40 jets, the IAF is also on the books for 83 of an improved version called the Mk.1A. Livefist has reported in detail the configuration of this improved jet. The Mk.2, which will be a significantly modified jet, where the current GE F404 engine is replaced with the more powerful F414 turbofan, in addition to a near full replacement of sensors and systems, is currently under development, with the prototyping phase to hit the ground early in the next decade.

Unlike the LCA Navy Mk.2 program that has the moment been de-linked from concrete requirements of the Indian Navy, in March this year, the IAF’s LCA Mk.2 program got a major push, with Indian defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman declaring the MoD was looking forward to the project delivering at the earliest.



The Mk.2 is basically aimed at defeating all of the issues encountered with the Mk.1 — it will be more powerful, more easily maintainable, more survivable, with longer legs, higher payload capacities and with more useful weapons delivery options. The Indian Air Force’s troubled runwith the Tejas has turned over the last few years, with squadron service finally giving the IAF a sense of the aircraft’s qualities.

Owing to the raging controversy over India’s Rafale deal, a conference by the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS) in Delhi this morning became a media scrum, with reporters descending on an event that usually passes without such overt attention. Expecting such a turn-out, the IAF chief was prepared to take on questions on the Rafale. But in his opening address, he dealt first with squadron numbers.

Pushing forward India’s war on two fronts theory — which envisions any full-scale war to be between both China and Pakistan, owing to their close alliance — Dhanoa said, “What we do not have are the numbers, against a sanctioned strength of 42 squadrons, we are down to 31. Even when we do have 42 squadrons, we will be below the combined numbers of two of our regional adversaries.”

Invoking the squadron strengths of China and Pakistan, Dhanoa said, “Pakistan has over 20 fighter squadrons, with upgraded F-16s, and inducting J-17 from China in large numbers. China has 1,700 fighters, including 800 fourth generation fighters. But we do not have the numbers, with fighter squadrons down to 31 from sanctioned 42.”

He went on to defend the Rafale deal too, saying, “By providing the Rafale and S-400, the government is strengthening the Indian Air Force to counter the short falls of our depleting numbers.” He added that ’emergency’ purchases of fighters were not without precedent in the country, citing earlier orders of a pair of squadrons each of the MiG-29 and Dassault’s own Mirage 2000.

https://www.livefistdefence.com/201...ons-of-lca-tejas-mk-2-iaf-chief-confirms.html
 

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Looking At 12 Squadrons Of LCA Tejas Mk.2, IAF Chief Confirms

We’re looking at 12 squadrons of the Light Combat Aircraft Mk.2, Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Birender Singh Dhanoa said today at an air power conference in India’s capital, confirming months of reports suggesting the IAF was looking for over 200 of the fighters. The chief stipulated, expectedly, that such an order would only come if the improved LCA Tejas — which will feature a more powerful engine, radar and electronic warfare and avionics — met the expanded expectations of the IAF.

While the LCA Tejas’s baseline version, the Mk.1, entered service with the IAF in 2016, with about half a squadron flying now with the ‘Flying Daggers’ unit and a total order of 40 jets, the IAF is also on the books for 83 of an improved version called the Mk.1A. Livefist has reported in detail the configuration of this improved jet. The Mk.2, which will be a significantly modified jet, where the current GE F404 engine is replaced with the more powerful F414 turbofan, in addition to a near full replacement of sensors and systems, is currently under development, with the prototyping phase to hit the ground early in the next decade.

Unlike the LCA Navy Mk.2 program that has the moment been de-linked from concrete requirements of the Indian Navy, in March this year, the IAF’s LCA Mk.2 program got a major push, with Indian defence minister Nirmala Sitharaman declaring the MoD was looking forward to the project delivering at the earliest.



The Mk.2 is basically aimed at defeating all of the issues encountered with the Mk.1 — it will be more powerful, more easily maintainable, more survivable, with longer legs, higher payload capacities and with more useful weapons delivery options. The Indian Air Force’s troubled runwith the Tejas has turned over the last few years, with squadron service finally giving the IAF a sense of the aircraft’s qualities.

Owing to the raging controversy over India’s Rafale deal, a conference by the Centre for Air Power Studies (CAPS) in Delhi this morning became a media scrum, with reporters descending on an event that usually passes without such overt attention. Expecting such a turn-out, the IAF chief was prepared to take on questions on the Rafale. But in his opening address, he dealt first with squadron numbers.

Pushing forward India’s war on two fronts theory — which envisions any full-scale war to be between both China and Pakistan, owing to their close alliance — Dhanoa said, “What we do not have are the numbers, against a sanctioned strength of 42 squadrons, we are down to 31. Even when we do have 42 squadrons, we will be below the combined numbers of two of our regional adversaries.”

Invoking the squadron strengths of China and Pakistan, Dhanoa said, “Pakistan has over 20 fighter squadrons, with upgraded F-16s, and inducting J-17 from China in large numbers. China has 1,700 fighters, including 800 fourth generation fighters. But we do not have the numbers, with fighter squadrons down to 31 from sanctioned 42.”

He went on to defend the Rafale deal too, saying, “By providing the Rafale and S-400, the government is strengthening the Indian Air Force to counter the short falls of our depleting numbers.” He added that ’emergency’ purchases of fighters were not without precedent in the country, citing earlier orders of a pair of squadrons each of the MiG-29 and Dassault’s own Mirage 2000.

https://www.livefistdefence.com/201...ons-of-lca-tejas-mk-2-iaf-chief-confirms.html
This is all well and good and definitely worth celebrating but production remains a real concern. In the last 5 months HAL have only delivered ONE SP, this is a pro rata production rate of THREE/year against the 8 they were meant to deliver this FY.

IM sure many issues will be worked out by mk2 but the project’s inability to meet basic deadlines is absurd
 

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This is all well and good and definitely worth celebrating but production remains a real concern. In the last 5 months HAL have only delivered ONE SP, this is a pro rata production rate of THREE/year against the 8 they were meant to deliver this FY.

IM sure many issues will be worked out by mk2 but the project’s inability to meet basic deadlines is absurd
The deadlines require orders. Once the employees are selected for job, they have to be given regular work. If the order is low, then the work has to be slowed to ensure that the employees have sustained jobs. Till now, MK1A is only in RFP and not yet finalised. So, there is only 30 more Tejas on order and it is not possible to make 8-10 per annum without furtehr orders.
 

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Since, Tejas Mk2 will be replacing Mirage and other medium weight fighters, is there a plan to assign the role of strategic weapons delivery to Tejas as it was to Mirage? Or will we see the Rafale being the new strategic weapons carrier?
 

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It is reported that The Aero India 2019 will showcase the first design of Medium Combat Aircraft, previously known as Tejas Mk II.

In previous Aero Shows, though concept scaled models have been showcased, but this time, possibly, the actual design is going to be revealed.

The MCA is said to be based on LCA Tejas but with some modifications and larger in size with possible addition of canards.

The MCA will be an advanced fourth generation fighter aircraft with payload capability of Mirage-2000-5-Mk II and in terms of electronics avionics and weapon system on par with Gripen NG. IAF may order 200+ such aircrafts.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/TeamINDRA/photos/?ref=page_internal
 

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Since, Tejas Mk2 will be replacing Mirage and other medium weight fighters, is there a plan to assign the role of strategic weapons delivery to Tejas as it was to Mirage? Or will we see the Rafale being the new strategic weapons carrier?
Strategic Command required 2 Sq of Super Sukhoi for strategic weapons, they wanted air launched Brahmos to increase the delivery range and accuracy.
We bought 2 Sq of Rafale, with Scalp Cruz missile and option to integrate Bhramos NG....
Are these two related.... your guess is as good as mine.
 

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Retaining the Mig 21 fleet, upgraded fully to 4 ++ wont be to bad either. With inducting the L C A as per schedule.
 
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Retaining the Mig 21 fleet, upgraded fully to 4 ++ wont be to bad either. With inducting the L C A as per schedule.
Mig 21’s airframes are a gone case by now, you also can’t add any more sub systems in that tiny airframe.
 
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It is reported that The Aero India 2019 will showcase the first design of Medium Combat Aircraft, previously known as Tejas Mk II.

In previous Aero Shows, though concept scaled models have been showcased, but this time, possibly, the actual design is going to be revealed.

The MCA is said to be based on LCA Tejas but with some modifications and larger in size with possible addition of canards.

The MCA will be an advanced fourth generation fighter aircraft with payload capability of Mirage-2000-5-Mk II and in terms of electronics avionics and weapon system on par with Gripen NG. IAF may order 200+ such aircrafts.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/TeamINDRA/photos/?ref=page_internal
Does MCA mean Tejas Mk 2 ?
.......
 

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