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Did PAF really request KC-10?They did and we are awaiting clearance on KC-10s.
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Did PAF really request KC-10?They did and we are awaiting clearance on KC-10s.
They did and we are awaiting clearance on KC-10s.
DefenseNews: EADS offered PAF the A330 MRTT...KC-10 request was referred to by the CAS, PAF in an interview that I read. Would need to dig up the source. I am very sure that a request has gone to the US asking them about what can be made available to the PAF.
As is common knowledge, the very first IFR training sorties for our F-16 aircrews was also carried out with KC-10s. Its a logical and straightforward solution for the PAF in light of the fact that US has many that are surplus. The key would be to find a couple of good airframes that are in good shape.
1]At the moment what are our escort option? f7pg plus f16? both dont have air refeulling capabilities.
2]we should clearly define one 5th gen. and only induct 20 aircrafts for long range bombing/airsuperiority/deterent/protection of aeirees etc... of western origin rather than to wait for chinese 5th gen or thinking/daydreaming that j10 could be quickly beafed upto the specs of 4.5+ etc..
once indians make there order.. than perhaps other companies would like to sell their highteck jets to us.....
DefenseNews: EADS offered PAF the A330 MRTT...
According to defense analyst Haris Khan of the Web-based think tank Pakistan Military Consortium, Pakistan has also examined alternatives to the KC-135. European defense group EADS "has been talking to [the Air Force] to supply Airbus A330 MRTTs. However, the [Air Force] has been insisting on an MRTT capability built on an A310, which is no longer in production."
Pakistan Eyes Boost in Transport, Lift - Defense News
I guess the key merit to justify the cost would be the aircraft's ability to do both hose+drogue and boom; take up MRTT capabilities; brand new airframe for very long service. However I am certain PAF would rather grab A-310 MRTT.
KC-10 request was referred to by the CAS, PAF in an interview that I read. Would need to dig up the source. I am very sure that a request has gone to the US asking them about what can be made available to the PAF.
As is common knowledge, the very first IFR training sorties for our F-16 aircrews was also carried out with KC-10s. Its a logical and straightforward solution for the PAF in light of the fact that US has many that are surplus. The key would be to find a couple of good airframes that are in good shape.
Did PAF really request KC-10?
One factor which makes the escorting AEW easy as compared to any other asset is that AEW itself makes the escorting easy by not only providing early warning but also early long-range IFF information.
Once valid IFF info is available at long range, BVR AAMs can be employed against aggressors and a multi-layer defence can be arranged.
Long-range IFF information shall also help the ground defences to get ready for the kill.
Not sure what US-India ties have anything to do with Pakistan? Along with de-hyphenation, comes the opportunity to do business with both. I do not foresee a problem with Pakistan acquiring the KC-10.
KC-135s could be obtained via the EDA, no such luck trying this with Airbus conglomerate.
Dear Blain,
While the choice of IFR is excellant it will have to many strings attached ? PAF needs to spend hard cash and buy the airbus. The reason I say it is because an RAF think thank told me that PAF informal / formal requests for RAF and USAF tankers being retired have been turned down several times.
This is what I know and have no reason to dis believe.
Regards