Indian Air Force: News & Discussions

[Love Charger]

I want to say to iaf chief
" choti bacchi ho kya "
Itna mood to chote balak bhi na badalte

 

[BlackViking]

50KG less with similar performance will make Harvard scientists to come and study here in DRDO labs.

IG IAF has inducted Aasmani-kitaab in their curriculum

 

[Corvus Splendens]

Embraer offers C-390 Millennium to IAF; To boost heavy lift capabilities
Updated: June 6, 2022 10:30:34 pm

https://www.financialexpress.com/defence/iaf-to-get-brazilian-embraer-c-390-millennium-aircraft-to-boost-heavy-lift-capabilities/2550462/

 

[WolfPack86]

India arming Russian Mi-17 helicopters with Israeli NLOS anti-tank guided missiles
In a step towards enhancing its firepower against enemy armoured regiments, India is arming its Russian Mi-17 helicopters with the Israeli ‘Non-Line of Sight (NLOS)’ anti-tank guided missiles.

The ATGMs can fly low in mountainous areas and can hit ground targets from distances up to 30 kms, top government sources told India Today.

According to the sources, the missiles have already arrived in the country and are being deployed on Russian helicopters somewhere in the western sector.

The Indian armed forces are implementing the lessons learnt from the Russia-Ukraine conflict where tanks and anti-tank missiles have come into play in a big way. The Ukrainian forces have used the anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles supplied by the Western European nations and America effectively against the Russian armoured columns, sources said.

India is also likely to deploy these armed choppers in the high mountainous terrain in Ladakh and adjoining sectors where the Chinese have positioned a large number of their armoured regiments.

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India arming Russian Mi-17 helicopters with Israeli NLOS anti-tank guided missiles

India plans to arm its Russian chopper fleet with Israeli NLOS ATGMs which can hit ground targets from distances up to 30 kms.

www.indiatoday.in

 

[India Super Power]

Is it true astra mk2 has been pushed to 2023 and mk3 to 2024?
How can we deal with present threat possessed by enemy's dual pulse missiles

 

[India Super Power]

Yup DRDO chief phone-called my just a few minutes back saying that Astra mk-2 has been delayed until Modiji win’s the nest election!

India developing 300km range air-to-air missile

The Astra Mk-2 and Mk-3 missiles are likely to be tested next year and in 2024 respectively, and are among the Defence Research and Development Organisation’s (DRDO) key ongoing programmes, said one of the officials cited above.

www.hindustantimes.com

Written by Rahul Singh

 

[tribendra bisoi.]

Is it true astra mk2 has been pushed to 2023 and mk3 to 2024?
How can we deal with present threat possessed by enemy's dual pulse missiles

By meteor on rafale . Far superior to anything our neighbors have . There were some news mk1a ll be integrated with meteor once it gets uttam aesa .

 

[India Super Power]

By meteor on rafale . Far superior to anything our neighbors have .

Only 36 delivering it bro
Both chini and paki have dual pulse in most of their aircrafts

 

[tribendra bisoi.]

Only 36 delivering it bro
Both chini and paki have dual pulse in most of their aircrafts

Pakistan ll take more time to get enough jf17 block 3 and get them integrated with pl15 .

 

[India Super Power]

Pakistan ll take more time to get enough jf17 block 3 and get them integrated with pl15 .

JF-17 block 3 will come integrated with pl-15 it has been seen I suppose, Leave Pakistan
All Chinese aircrafts have pl-15 which gives them an edge wrt range
We have already seen the result of being disadvantageous in air to air missiles

 

[tribendra bisoi.]

JF-17 block 3 will come integrated with pl-15 it has been seen I suppose, Leave Pakistan
All Chinese aircrafts have pl-15 which gives them an edge wrt range
We have already seen the result of being disadvantageous in air to air missiles

How many jf17 block 3 pakistan has acquired as of now ? And does china has pl15 integrated on all platforms ? Air combat is a lot complex than it is shown in games .. Like how many fighter jets can china deploy , How much load can it take given the rarified atmosphere , The topography even matters more due to himalaya .. And dont be in any misconception that fighter jets ll engage only in bvr . The mountains hills ll limit radar range . So no need to take one point and worry .

 

[India Super Power]

How many jf17 block 3 pakistan has acquired as of now ? And does china has pl15 integrated on all platforms ? Air combat is a lot complex than it is shown in games .. Like how many fighter jets can china deploy , How much load can it take given the rarified atmosphere , The topography even matters more due to himalaya .. And dont be in any misconception that fighter jets ll engage only in bvr . The mountains hills ll limit radar range . So no need to take one point and worry .

Let's see bro
Time will tell
But atleast block 3 have started being delivered leave that
Coming to China they would have definitely integrated in most of their jet that are meant to be used at us but again factors u have stated is also true let's see

 

[Super falcon]

MRFA project Iaf will pick french Rafale no chance for F 15 EX

RAFALE suits indian needs why India wasting time for competition obvious reason rafale make sense due to their eco system is already in India they will cost low now

 

[Super falcon]

But IN definitely going to order Boeing F 18 super hornets

 

[WolfPack86]

BRAZIL’S EMBRAER OFFERS C-390 MILLENNIUM TO IAF
In a potential boost to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) transport capabilities, Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has revealed it is “in talks” with Indian authorities with its Embraer C-390 Millennium offering. The aircraft is a medium-size, twin-engine, jet-powered military transport aircraft which, if inducted will give the IAF significant heavy lift capabilities reports Financial Express.


Security Imperatives

As India is already being described as regional power with strategic interests beyond its shores and having ambitious plans to upgrade its expeditionary capabilities, the Indian government has decided to equip the IAF with latest and most capable airlift capabilities. After the arrival of ten C-17 Globemaster aircraft, the government has cleared four more, while the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) of the Ministry of Defence has accepted the IAF proposal to import 16 Chinook heavy airlift helicopters.

The heavy lift aircraft extends the strategic reach of a country. Since India has emerged as an economic powerhouse the resultant competition poses huge challenges for India’s military to protect its national interests. Since India has over 4000 kms contentious boundary with China and borders with Pakistan remain hot round the year, the army and air force needs continuous supplies of rations and equipment for the troops deployed on the high mountains. This requires huge transport network and to achieve those aims, Indian Government in recent years have taken requisite measures. Since the bulk of large portion of Indian military transport is on the verge of the retirement, India needed immediate acquisitions.

About Embraer C-390

The C-390 is a medium-weight, multi-mission tactical aircraft designed and developed by Embraer, an aerospace company based in Brazil. It is the largest and most complicated aircraft ever built by Embraer.

The C-390 can carry out a range of missions, including humanitarian support, medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), search and rescue, and aerial refuelling. Furthermore, it can be deployed to transport and launch cargo and troops and perform paratroopers operations.

C-390 Design And Features

The twin-turbofan-powered C-390 aircraft is designed to be reconfigured in less than three hours to support different missions. It can be refuelled in flight and can be used for in-flight or on-ground refuelling of other aircraft. The 20t jet is technically advanced and has fly-by-wire technology, which optimises mission results to reduce pilot workload. It also helps increase the safety and capability for operating on short and rustic runways reports air-force technology.

The military aircraft has a cargo bay equipped with an aft ramp similar to Hercules aircraft and is capable of transporting a variety of cargo (weighing up to 26t), including armoured vehicles.

It is outfitted with state-of-the-art loading and unloading systems for handling cargo.

The C-390 utilises computed air release point (CARP) technology integrated with fly-by-wire system to provide greater accuracy during air dropping, thereby reducing crew workload. The twin-engine jet-powered Embraer C-390 integrates the technological solutions developed for Embraer 190 commercial aircraft.

It can carry 84 military personnel and the cargo cabin can be configured for transporting the wounded or sick, on MEDEVAC missions.

The aircraft weighs approximately 23,600kg and its maximum take-off weight is 74,400kg.

Avionics

C-390’ cockpit is equipped with Collins Aerospace’s Pro Line Fusion avionics system which features five 15in, night vision imaging system (NVIS) compatible, high-resolution LCD displays. The advanced human machine interface has an intuitive design with simplified access to functions such as flight planning, hazard avoidance, and aircraft performance monitoring.

The advanced avionics system enables enhanced situational awareness, due to its synthetic vision capabilities and graphical flight planning. The Pro Line Fusion’s open architecture enables the integration of new technologies to meet changing operational requirements.

The system provides operational efficiencies through features such as automated database management, crew alerting system integrated with procedural checklists, and data link-enabled traffic and graphical weather information systems.

Protection

The self-protection suite (SPS) of the tactical aircraft includes detection and countermeasures such as radar warning receiver (RWR), missile approach warning system (MAWS), laser warning system (LWS), enhanced vision system (EVS), and directional infrared counter measures (DIRCM). The C-390 features ballistic armour protection against 7.62mm bullets. It is also equipped with chaff and flare systems to distract and counter incoming missile threats.

Engines And Performance

The aircraft’s propulsion system includes two International Aero Engines’ (IAE) V2500-E5 engines. The 2,400kg engine provides an upward thrust of approximately 31,330lb (138kN) and a fully electronic aircraft-to-engine interface.

The C-390 can fly at a maximum altitude of 10,973m. Its maximum speed is 987.8km/h. The normal and ferry range of the aircraft are 2,590 km and 6,130 km respectively.

Brazil’s Embraer Offers C-390 Millennium To IAF

In a potential boost to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) transport capabilities, Brazilian aircraft manufacturer Embraer has revealed it is “in ...

www.indiandefensenews.in

 

[mist_consecutive]

IAF plans to build 96 fighter jets in India under Rs 1.5 lakh cr for 114 combat aircraft

New Delhi [India], June 12 (ANI): Amid a big push for the Aatmanirbhar Bharat scheme by the PM Narendra Modi-led government, the Indian Air Force is planning to acquire 114 fighter jets of which 96 would be built in India, and rest 18 would be imported from the foreign vendor chosen for the project.

www.aninews.in

As per the plan, after the initial 18 aircraft are imported, the next 36 aircraft would be manufactured within the country and the payments would be made partially in foreign currency and Indian currency, the sources said.
The last 60 aircraft would be the main responsibility of the Indian partner and the government would make payments only in Indian currency, the sources said.

This basically warrants the complete transfer of the manufacturing line to India with some local partnership. The conditions are too specific for any vendor to agree tbh.

The 36 Rafale aircraft procured under emergency orders helped immensely in maintaining an edge over the Chinese during the Ladakh crisis which started in 2020 but the numbers are not enough and more such capability would be required by it.

Oh damn ! Who would have imagined ! Someone kindly take IAF leaderships to dyslexic school quickly !

The IAF is also looking for a cost-effective solution for its fighter jet requirement as it wants a plane that is low on operational cost and gives more capability to the service, the sources said.
The IAF is highly satisfied with the operational availability of the Rafale fighter jets and wants similar capability in its future aircraft. (ANI)

They basically spelled Gripen with more words.

 

[Butter Chicken]

^ some more info

In a major boost to the Make in India initiative, the Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to build around 100 advanced fighter jets in India, for which it has begun talks with the global aircraft manufacturers.

Top government sources told India Today that the Aatmanirbhar push will, for the first time, see Indian currency being used to make payments for almost 70 per cent cost of the project.

“The plan is to build 96 planes in India for which payments for 36 would be made partially in Indian and partially in foreign currency. For the last 60 aircraft, the payments would be made in Indian currency only,” they said.

IAF’s Make in India fighter jet project takes wings, around 100 aircraft to be built at home

In a major Aatmanirbhar push, the Indian Air Force plans to build around 100 advanced fighter jets in India, for which it has begun talks with the global aircraft manufacturers.

www.indiatoday.in

 

[vishnugupt]

IAF didn't specify what kind of fighter they need?? Medium or light so IAF even considering Gripen. So Basically IAF want to kill MWF.

How come buying foreign fighter is going to make India AtmaNirbhar. We have done hundreds of deal with full ToT but we haven't become AtmaNirbhar in none. Submarine, Tanks, ATGM, Assault riffle.

We can built fighter from scratch but IAF want us to remain screwdriver. This deal is going to kill aerospace industry in India because nobody going to invest in AMCA as it will take decades to come.

We should spend 1 billion extra on MWF and fast-track it instead of wasting 1.5 lakhs crores.

 

[Corvus Splendens]

^ some more info

In a major boost to the Make in India initiative, the Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to build around 100 advanced fighter jets in India, for which it has begun talks with the global aircraft manufacturers.

Top government sources told India Today that the Aatmanirbhar push will, for the first time, see Indian currency being used to make payments for almost 70 per cent cost of the project.

“The plan is to build 96 planes in India for which payments for 36 would be made partially in Indian and partially in foreign currency. For the last 60 aircraft, the payments would be made in Indian currency only,” they said.

IAF’s Make in India fighter jet project takes wings, around 100 aircraft to be built at home

In a major Aatmanirbhar push, the Indian Air Force plans to build around 100 advanced fighter jets in India, for which it has begun talks with the global aircraft manufacturers.

www.indiatoday.in

Makes sense if they pick Rafale. The Gripen will kill the MWF/Mk2 Tejas.

 

[The Shrike]

So old wine in new bottle, just this time with the new masala of partial payment in INR? Safe to say they will spend the next 2 years doing chai biskoot on this .