Ali Zadi
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This is not a joke anymore Tejas will have to defend against the J20 which has a role of deep penetration among other roles speculated. It is expected that the J20 is multi role but given the size and the complexity a deep penetration role is a given. If stealth is enough for the S400 "Long range" it will be upto Tejas MK1A to track and disable.
Yes the 30MKI and Rafale are also in play but they are not meant for point defense in war time. Griphen NG stands a better footing than the F16 for a similar role because of radar and mostly because of wider missile choices. Its a pity that the needed pace is not being carried out with Tejas otherwise it is certainly a better option to the std F16 configuration with respect to Indian conditions.
Yes the 30MKI and Rafale are also in play but they are not meant for point defense in war time. Griphen NG stands a better footing than the F16 for a similar role because of radar and mostly because of wider missile choices. Its a pity that the needed pace is not being carried out with Tejas otherwise it is certainly a better option to the std F16 configuration with respect to Indian conditions.