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IAF wants full quota of 42 squadrons for combat edge

BANGALORE: The IAF wants 42 fighter squadrons to retain the declining combat edge against Pakistan as well as maintain a strong dissuasive posture
against China. The force, however, is not too perturbed about Pakistan's F-16 fleet because it still retains a clear air superiority edge over it.

IAF, in fact, is confident of evolving into a true expeditionary aerospace power, especially with the force slated to get its first dedicated satellite by mid-2010, even though the progress may be gradual.

India, of course, is not happy with the US move to give additional 18-20 F-16s to Pakistan, apart from helping upgrade its existing fleet of these fighters, all in the name of bolstering its counter-terrorism capabilities.

At present, IAF is down to just 32-33 squadrons (each having 14 to 18 jets), which will further dip with older MiG variants being phased out before it begins to climb again with fresh inductions.

"We will reach our sanctioned strength of 39.5 squadrons only by 2017, and then some more by 2020. The optimum squadron strength would be 42,'' said Air Chief Marshal Fali Homi Major on Thursday.

The progressive induction of new Sukhoi-30MKI squadrons -- 230 jets have been contracted from Russia in deals worth around $8.5 billion -- and upgrades of the MiG-21 `Bison', MiG-27ML and Jaguar fleets with new avionics and weapon systems has ensured that IAF continues to enjoy "a decisive combat edge'' over PAF.

India has also signed a Rs 3,840-crore deal with Russia to upgrade its 69 MiG-29s by 2011 and a similar contract is on the anvil with France for the 51 Mirage-2000s of the IAF.

Then, of course, the first lot of the new 126 multi-role aircraft to be ordered under the gigantic Rs 42,000 crore project as well as the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft should be operational by 2012.

"A balanced air force is geared to fight across the entire spectrum of conflict. My force structuring and weapon profile caters for it.

Our current force deployment caters for all our likely adversaries and low-intensity conflict,'' said ACM Major.

Asked whether IAF could carry out cross-border "surgical strikes'', which was on the table in the immediate aftermath of 26/11, the IAF chief replied in the affirmative. "A surgical strike is like carrying out a surgery at the right place at the right time with the right probe. It's a precision strike, without collateral damage,'' he said, adding it can prove "very effective'' against non-state actors like terrorists.

As earlier reported by TOI, IAF remains concerned about the security of hundreds of small airfields in India, which can conceivably be used by terror outfits to fly light aircraft or microlights and used by them for their nefarious designs.

"Yes, the airfields can pose a threat. They are the responsibility of respective state governments. They should be patrolled and kept under a security scan,'' said ACM Major.
 
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India, of course, is not happy with the US move to give additional 18-20 F-16s to Pakistan, apart from helping upgrade its existing fleet of these fighters, all in the name of bolstering its counter-terrorism capabilities.

Don't you People feel ashamed on one side you are saying this

The force, however, is not too perturbed about Pakistan's F-16 fleet because it still retains a clear air superiority edge over it.

And then you are sacred if PAF get only 18 more jets.

IAF continues to enjoy "a decisive combat edge'' over PAF.

Your sweet dreams, Numbers don't matter much, just continue with your own perception of Dominance and when day will come you will learn the Truth.

"A surgical strike is like carrying out a surgery at the right place at the right time with the right probe. It's a precision strike, without collateral damage,'' he said, adding it can prove "very effective'' against non-state actors like terrorists.

Your attacking Aircrafts can come to Pakistan but they wont be going out of Pakistan, Even Before they will Conduct their Surgical Strikes they will be shot, Their Debris will be spread over few Kilometers on Pakistani Soil.

Do whatever you want to do with your IAF modernize it spend Billions on Procuring New jets BUT don't Interfere in Our Inductions and stay out of the Pakistani Skies, don't even think of Messing with us.
 
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Don't you People feel ashamed on one side you are saying this



And then you are sacred if PAF get only 18 more jets.



Your sweet dreams, Numbers don't matter much, just continue with your own perception of Dominance and when day will come you will learn the Truth.



Your attacking Aircrafts can come to Pakistan but they wont be going out of Pakistan, Even Before they will Conduct their Surgical Strikes they will be shot, Their Debris will be spread over few Kilometers on Pakistani Soil.

Do whatever you want to do with your IAF modernize it spend Billions on Procuring New jets BUT don't Interfere in Our Inductions and stay out of the Pakistani Skies, don't even think of Messing with us.

My exact same thoughts, they continue to whine about 18 F16's while they are allowed to induct and use as many jets as they like.
What a great country India is.
 
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I know this bit off topic, I just didn't want to open new thread for this.

New Engine for Indian Jaguar Aircraft For Superior Mission Capability



ELAHANKA: Honeywell today announced its F125IN engine, a 9850lbf (43.8kN) thrust engine that will deliver high performance, improved pilot safety, lower maintenance and outstanding reliability.

“This thrust class engine is built around Honeywell’s proven expertise in the design and production of aircraft systems, which is evident in the F125IN engine, an outstanding propulsion system for military aircraft,” said Vicki Panhuise, Honeywell Vice President, Military Aircraft. “The engine will transform the Indian Air Force Jaguar aircraft by improving mission performance, enhancing pilot safety, reducing pilot workload, and reducing maintenance events and costs.”

The F125IN powerplant, which is currently being considered for the Indian Air Force Jaguar re-engining program, is significantly lighter and much more powerful than the aircraft’s current engine. It has an advanced dual full-authority digital engine control (FADEC) system, modular construction, integrated engine health monitoring system and best in class thrust-to-weight ratio – all designed to give the military the best engine with the lowest operating and maintenance costs.

“The F125IN will provide the Indian Air Force Jaguar fleet with a modern, reliable and safe propulsion system that will transform the capabilities, performance and safety of the aircraft in combat,” Panhuise added. “In significantly improving single engine thrust performance, this increases pilot safety and aircraft survivability.”

In 2007 the F125IN was successfully demonstrated for the Indian Air Force in Bangalore. The engine is projected to save the Indian Air Force more than Rupees 7000 Crores ($1.5 billion) in life-cycle costs compared to other upgrade options being considered. The F125IN permits the Jaguar to perform missions never before possible with the current engine.

The F125IN is the designation of the F125 engine for the Jaguar application, benefiting from more than 540,000 hours of operational experience on the F125. The non-afterburning version of this engine is the F124 aircraft engine, which has a long record of demonstrated success in powering military aircraft, including three highly successful re-engining programs.

Superior mission reliability is delivered by the F125’s resistance to bird strikes, low unscheduled engine removal rate and low in-flight abort rate. The F125IN modern on-condition engine maintenance design leads to maximum time-on-wing, extending the first off-wing inspection interval to over 10 years of service.

The F124-GA-200 engine provides primary propulsion power for the Alenia Aermacchi M-346 aircraft. In 2008 Honeywell’s International Turbine Engine Company (ITEC) was awarded a contract to deliver F124-GA-200 engines to Alenia Aermacchi for its Advanced Jet Trainer M-346. The F124-GA-200 is a low bypass ratio engine selected in numerous competitions for its ability to meet the most rigorous requirements of modern trainers. It is the latest variant in the F124 family that also includes the F124-GA-100 for the Aero Vodochody/CzAF L-159 and the Boeing/DARPA X-45A UCAV.

A global diversified technology and manufacturing leader, Honeywell has significant operations in cities throughout India, with more than 8,000 people working in multiple locations. Honeywell has several partnerships in India, including the licensed manufacture of the TPE331 engine by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).

Honeywell International is a $37 billion diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Phoenix, Honeywell’s $12 billion aerospace business is a leading global provider of integrated avionics, engines, systems and service solutions for aircraft manufacturers, airlines, business and general aviation, military, space and airport operations.
 
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It's called diplomacy, you do everything you can to prevent enemy having latesd weaponry. I dont hear anyting from you when USA delivered SAMs to Taiwan and Chinese started to complain.
 
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42 squadrons by 2020.

Sounds too many. TO ME...

i BET MORE LIKE 35-36 MAX

12 SU30MKI X 230

7 MRCA X 126

6 LCA TEJAS X 100

3 MIRAGE 2000-5 X 51

3 MIG29SMT X 63

4 JAGUAR X 72

c an,t see more than this

UNLESS IAF orders 200mrca RATHER THAN 126
 
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IAFs airchiefs and w/e thier is they should act mature and proffesional they always says thing that they cant do and highly unproffesionalism.
 
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