Imported Single Engine Fighter Jet Contest

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"Made in India" F- 16s on radar, thanks to 100% FDI

 

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The real interesting iteration would have been "Agile Falcon", with 25% bigger wings.

F16 was studied as a lightweight fighter.
It evolved to a medium fighter, but with the same wings.

Block 60 was made specially for UAE. Main opponent to UAE is Iran, just on the other side of persian gulf. So it didn't need longer legs (but even, it needs conformal tanks)

Block 60 weapons system is really modern. Engine is up to date (but only one engine....). The rest is 40 years old.... Last avatar of a prolific story. Maybe the avatar too much ?

SO IT'S NOT THE FIGHTER FOR THE NEXT 40 YEARS INDIA NEED.

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet Super Viper

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet Super Viper

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet Super Viper

 

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http://www.lockheedmartin.com/conte.../documents/f16/f16_brochure_a11-34324h001.pdf
F-16 Fighter Jet Details and Specifications

 

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APG-83 Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR) AESA for the F-16
About the Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR) for the F-16


SABR optimizes radar system performance within existing power and cooling allocations of legacy F-16s worldwide and will make these F-16 fleets relevant for decades to come. SABR began flying in 2008 and continues to build an unmatched record of successful "firsts" with flight demonstrations now including proven performance in advanced combat-relevant tests. As the only fire control radar supplier with nearly four decades of F-16 radar integration experience, we are the sole provider of the low-risk option for an F-16 AESA radar program.

Affordability is in SABR's DNA
Northrop Grumman has industry-leading AESA fire control radar design, development and integration experience, and has produced thousands of airborne fire control radars for the U.S. Air Force and numerous international customers. As a world leader and sole provider of AESA radars for 5th Generation Fighters, Northrop Grumman continues to provide affordable AESA fire control solutions as well as award-winning cost efficiencies across F-16, F-22 and F-35 platforms.

Since SABR's initial unveiling, Northrop Grumman has continued efforts to reduce cost, prove performance and reduce risk. Our SABR system has accumulated thousands of operating hours in the lab and in the air — all without failure — demonstrating superior operational performance and reliability.

5th Generation fighter capability
One way Northrop Grumman provides such affordable AESA fire control radar solutions is through the porting of software that has already established proven performance in the most challenging of combat scenarios. Using this ported software, SABR flew side-by-side with the APG-81 in matching Northrop Grumman flight test aircraft and produced exceptional results, further documenting its proven performance.

For those seeking an affordable F-16 AESA solution for extending F-16 fleets and ensuring they remain relevant, lethal and survivable, there is no substitute for SABR’s proven results. Northrop Grumman is the only AESA provider that can offer this affordability, low risk and proven performance for results you can trust.
http://www.northropgrumman.com/Capabilities/sabr/Pages/default.aspx

 

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APG-83 Scalable Agile Beam Radar (SABR) AESA for the F-16
http://www.northropgrumman.com/MediaResources/Pages/MediaGallery.aspx?ProductId=SC-10151

 

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F-16V – Falcons turn into Vipers

Lockheed Martin unveiled the new version of the F-16 at the Singapore Airshow. The F-16Vwill feature enhancements including an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, an upgraded mission computer, communications capabilities and improved cockpit – all capabilities identified by the U.S. Air Force and several international customers for future improvements. AESA radars offer significant operational capability improvements. Two AESA radar models – Northrop Grumman’s SABR and Raytheon’s RACR are currently available for the F-16V.
According to Lockheed Martin aeronautics VP business development,George Standridge, at present only U.S. made radars are cleared for the package, while insertion of foreign AESA radar is feasible, customers requiring such feature will have to request approval form the Department of Defense.
The F-16V configuration is an option for new production jets and elements of the upgrade are available to most earlier-model F-16s. The “V” designation is derived from Viper, the name fighter pilots have called the F-16 from its beginnings
“We believe this F-16V will satisfy our customers’ emerging requirements and prepare them to better inter-operate with the fifth generation fighters, the F-35 and F-22,” says Standridge. “Air forces that operate F-16 today will continue to operate the platform for many years to come,” he added “The V upgrade “just means your F-16s can now operate alongside your F-35s”.
With nearly 4,500 F-16s delivered, the F-16V seems a natural step in the evolution of the F-16 ‘Fighting Falcon’. The program has continually evolved as it began with the F-16 A/B as the lightweight fighter then transitioned to F-16 C/D and Block 60 versions as customers’ requirements changed.

In recent years the F-16 has won new orders in Morocco, Egypt, Oman and Iraq carrying the production line through 2015. Lockheed Martin is looking for new opportunities that would carry the line through 2016-17. An upgrading program for 300 aircraft is currently considered by the U.S. Air Force; parallel programs currently underway in several Asian countries, including Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea.
http://defense-update.com/20120220_f-16v-falcons-turn-into-vipers.html

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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F-16 Fighter Jet

 

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Is F-16 Block 60 Fighter Jet Is Better Fighter Jet For Indian Air Force ?

First of all, it is not possible for India to get block 60 aircrafts.

Simple reason is, today the base model of F-16 is F-16V itself. The latest variant.

 

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First of all, it is not possible for India to get block 60 aircrafts.

Simple reason is, today the base model of F-16 is F-16V itself. The latest variant.

Thanks For the information I got it

 

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#MakeInIndia Magic Seems To Be Working On Lockheed Martin, Desi F-16s May Take To Skies Soon
US fighter jet maker Lockheed Martin today said it is ready to manufacture F-16 aircraft in India and supports the ongoing talks between the two countries to set up the first manufacturing facility, one of the largest projects under the 'Make in India' initiative.
We are ready to manufacture F-16 in India and support the Make in India initiative," Phil Shaw, chief executive of Lockheed Martin India Private Ltd told reporters at the Singapore Airshow 2016.

But the American corporation's executive did not commit any time-frame to have the plant operational, saying the group supports the ongoing government-to-government talks. Shaw expressed strong interest in having the F-16 made in India "soon" without elaborating on the time-frame, linking it to the progress of the government-to-government talks.

Currently, Lockheed Martin manufactures one jet a month from its plant in the US and has a series of contracts and joint ventures in India with over 1,000 employees. It has supplied six C130J Super Hercules planes to India in 2011 and will be delivering another six helicopters next year.
Industry observers said Lockheed Martin's "wish to manufacture F-16 is based on the strong demand from the Indian armed forces and would want to lower the cost of the planes for exports by using the low-cost capability in India".
"Certainly, Lockheed Martin would want to exploit the engineering skill and low cost capabilities in India and make F-16 very competitive in the fighter jet markets," a well-informed source told PTI.
"Both the US government and Lockheed Martin see the advantage of placing a manufacturing base in India and make F-16 affordable for emerging markets," the source said.
The making of F-16, which will be among the largest projects under the Make in India initiative, will be conditional to the Indian government making contractual commitment to buy the fighter jets for its armed forces, said the source.
"Washington, in return, would ensure technology transfer to the Indian engineering sector and a huge boost to Indian exports," he said.
If the two government reach an agreement this year or 2017, putting aside all differences on the mega project and the US' move to supply eight F-16 to Pakistan, Lockheed Martin could roll out the first made in India jet in 2019-2020, said the source.

Lockheed Martin has already decided on India as its best option for low-cost and highly qualified engineering workforce, and the final go on this is dependent on approval from New Delhi and Washington.
Even as controversy has erupted on the transfer of eight F 16s to Pakistan by the US, Delhi has been considering a proposal to manufacture the fighter jets under the 'Make in India' initiative. In several recent meetings, including a high-level interaction in November last year in Washington, the aircraft have been offered for local production - both to meet Indian requirements and for exports.
Besides the F/A 18 Super Hornet and the F 16IN Super Viper, the Indian government is considering at least two more proposals to make fighter jets in India. One offer on the table is from Sweden's SAAB to transfer the Gripen fighter line to India. Another is a proposal by Airbus to create a 'Eurofighter City' in India that would produce its Eurofighter jet and generate thousands of jobs.
http://www.indiatimes.com/news/indi...desi-f-16s-may-take-to-skies-soon-257251.html

 

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https://rhk111smilitaryandarmspage....052-versus-the-gripen-e-july-2013-part-three/
COMPARING THE VIPER BLOCK 50/52+ VERSUS THE GRIPEN E – JULY 2013 PART THREE
JULY 20, 2013 RHK111

 

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‘Made In India’ F-16s On Radar, Thanks To 100% FDI