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Air Marshal S.B. Deo, the newly appointed Air Officer Commanding in Chief, Western Air Command reviewing an impressive ceremonial Guard of Honour, in New Delhi on September 01, 2015.
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Ministry of Defence
01-September, 2015 17:50 IST
Air Marshal SB Deo AVSM VM VSM Takes Over Command of Western Air Command
Air Marshal SB Deo AVSM VM VSM took over the command of Western Air Command on 01st September 2015.

Commissioned into the Fighter stream on 15 Jun 1979, the Air Marshal has more than 4000 hours of operational and training flying. He has held various important assignments at various stages of his service. The Air Marshal has been a Fighter Combat Leader, A2 qualified instructor and Directing Staff at TACDE. He is an alumnus of Defence Services Staff College Wellington.

Air Marshal SB Deo AVSM VM VSM was Chief Operations Officer of a frontline forward base and commanded Air Force Station Jodhpur. Prior to taking over as Air Officer Commanding in Chief of Western Air Command, he was Director General Air Operations at Air Headquarters and Air Officer Commanding in Chief of Eastern Air Command.

The Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief was presented an impressive ceremonial Guard of Honour in front of HQ Western Air Command.

The Air Marshal is married to Mrs Anjna Deo and they have a son who is a fighter pilot. He is an avid reader and is interested in creative writing and technology.
 
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Air Marshal C. Hari Kumar the newly appointed Air Officer Commanding-In-Chief of Eastern Air Command reviewing the ceremonial Guard of Honour, at Eastern Air Command, Shillong on September 01, 2015.
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Air Marshal C. Hari Kumar takes over as the Air Officer Commanding-In-Chief of Eastern Air Command, at Shillong on September 01, 2015.
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The Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal B.S. Dhanoa speaking at the Air Commodore S.K. Majumdar Memorial Lecture function on “Prospects and Challenges in the Usage of Next Gen Helicopters”, organised by the Rotary Wing Society of India, in New Delhi on September 02, 2015.
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Russia to open helicopter training center in India for both military and civil helicopter pilots and engineers
 
Ministry of Defence
15-September, 2015 20:19 IST
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Addresses the Air Veterans During Annual Day Meet of Air Force Association (AFA)

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) addressed the Air Force Association at their annual day at Air Force Auditorium, Subroto Park, New Delhi, today.

The Air Chief conveyed to the audience the IAF’s extraordinary contribution in evacuation of Indian Nationals from war-torn Yemen and in ‘Op Maitri’ proved beyond doubt the high professional standards of our air warriors and re-affirmed the Nation’s faith in the capability of the Indian Air Force (IAF). Further, the Air Chief highlighted the role of IAF during Human Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations. He conveyed to the audience that during ‘Op Maitri’ in the aftermath of devastating earthquake in Nepal, the IAF with alacrity pressed into service C-130J aircraft airborne with relief material within four hours of the incident. During this operation, a total 1600 sorties were undertaken, 12000 people rescued and 1500 tones of weight airlifted. He also highlighted the role of IAF in terms of air support provided during war-torn Yemen by evacuating Indian Nationals. The immediate response in providing potable water to Maldives was lauded by one and all, he said.

The Air Chief informed the veterans on the induction of C-17 strategic airlift aircraft and C-130J special operations aircraft that has enhanced our effectiveness in operations. He also conveyed that a large fleet of Mi-17 V5 medium lift helicopters is being utilised in air logistics support of the Indian Army and other state agencies based in Northern and Eastern part of country. Towards operational infrastructure, the Air Chief brought out that Advanced Landing Grounds (ALGs) in north east sector are being upgraded for operation of C-130J class of aircraft.

Expressing his views on Human Resources Initiatives, the Air Chief said that IAF had kept the professional growth and well-being of its air warriors as the prime guiding principle in its HR policies. He brought out that the facilities had been created at every station to ensure that the health and fitness levels of air-warriors and their dependents are maintained.

Speaking on the role of Directorate of Air Veterans (DAV), the CAS said that it had been successful in reducing the processing time of pension cases. He also said that while Pension Pay Orders (PPOs) for officers and airmen proceeding on scheduled discharge/retirement are being issued two months prior. As far as PPOs in case of Premature Separation Cases are concerned, the Dte has cut down the period from 5-6 months to 3-4 months. While highlighting the role of Air Force Group Insurance Scheme (AFGIS), the Air Chief said that the agency has introduced Post Retirement Insurance Cover Scheme (PRIC-2015) wef 01 July 2015 in place of PRIC-2011. The new scheme provides enhanced insurance cover to air veterans. He also said that the agency has launched a special drive to reach out to orphans of air warriors and enquire about their financial well being. The Air Chief lauded the contribution of Indian Air Force Benevolent Association (IAFBA) to the audience. He said that the agency had made a positive impact on the lives of our air warriors both in past and the present.

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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha awarding an appreciation certificate to one of the members of Air Force Association (AFA) during its annual day, in New Delhi on September 15, 2015.

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Just few note on MKI !!!

India’s SU-30MKI fighter-bombers are the pride of our fleet.India isn’t neglecting its high end SU-30s, though. Initial SU-30MK and MKI aircraft have all been upgraded to the full SU-30MKI Phase 3 standard, and the upgraded “Super 30” standard aims to keep Sukhoi’s planes on top. Meanwhile, production continues, and India is becoming a regional resource for SU-27/30 Flanker family support.

The Super 30 represents the next evolution for the SU-30MKI. Upgrades are reported to include a new radar (probably AESA, and likely Phazotron’s Zhuk-AE), improved onboard computers, upgraded electronic warfare systems, and the ability to fire the air-launched version of the Indo-Russian BrahMos supersonic cruise missile.

India may eventually upgrade its earlier models to this standard. For now, they represent the tail end of HAL’s assembly schedule, as the assembly of standard SU-30MKIs continues. The big challenge for HAL is to keep that expansion going, by meeting India’s production targets.

The overall goal is 13-14 squadrons by 2017. Based on 3rd party sources, IAF SU-30MKI squadrons currently comprise:
  • 2 Wing’s 20 Sqn. “Lightnings” & 30 Sqn. “Rhinos”, at Lohegaon AFS in Pune (W)
  • 11 Wing’s 2 Sqn. “Winged Arrows”, at Tezpur AFS in Assam (NE, near Tibet)
  • 15 Wing’s 8 Sqn. “Eight Pursuits” & 24 Sqn. “Hawks”, at Bareilly AFS in Uttar Pradesh (NC, near W Nepal)
  • 14 Wing’s 102 Sqn. “Trisonics”, at Guwahati/Chabua AFS in Assam (NE, near Tibet)
  • 27 Wing’s 15 Sqn. “Flying Lancers”, at Bhuj AFS in Gurajat (NW)
  • 34 Wing’s 31 Sqn. “Lions” & 220 Sqn. “Desert Tigers”, at Halwara AFS in Punjab (NW)
  • 45 Wing’s 21 Sqn. “Ankush”, at Sirsa AFS in Haryana (NW)
Initial SU-30 MKI squadron deployments had been focused near the Chinese border, but the new deployments are evening things out. There have also been reports of basings in other locations, though the number of active squadrons suggest that these are yet to come:

  • Bhatinda AFS in Punjab (NW, currently 34 Wing’s 17 Sqn. “Golden Arrows” MiG-21s)
  • Jodhpur AFS in Rajasthan (NW, currently 32 Wing’s MiG-21 and MiG-27 squadrons)
  • Thanjavur AFS in Tamil Nadu (SE) needs to finish building out, but is expected to permanently house SU-30MKIs by 2018. Its SU-30MKIs will offer India comfortable strike coverage of Sri Lanka, including the major southern port of Hambantota that’s being built with a great deal of Chinese help.

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BEAST :)

Ingeniously Modernized MiG 29 Flies

Ingeniously Modernized MiG 29 Flies

MiG 29 UPG, See the IFR, TV guided Bombs and Tank behind the Cockpit

The Indian Air force First Modern fourth Generation Air superiority fighter is the MiG 29. It was produced in mind of Fighting against new American rivals F 15 and the F 16. and The Indian Airforce is the first foreign customer of MiG 29. IAF ordered a Batch of MiG 29 even before it certified the FOC. the Mig formally inducted into the IAF during the 1985 two years later in the Soviet Air force.

MiG 29 is the combat proven fighter in the Indian standards, they flew missions during Kargil, they did close escort for other IAF Bombers they did CAP near to Indian Borders, even more a Indian MiG 29 Locks a Bakistani F 16 through it's deadly BVR missile. due to the orders the F 16 survived, actually the Mig 29 is the best fighter in comparison with Bakistani F 16, since ages the MiG need an excessive upgrade to keep fighting in the Modern Battlefield.

The Indian Airforce Planned to upgrade it's MiG 29 Fleet into modern standard that is the UPG version which will makes the UPG better in all variant of other MiG 29. as of Now the Indian Navy alone operates world's best MiG 29 version the Mig 29 K and KUB version, even after only the Russian Navy placed an order to acquire a squad of Mig 29K to it's Navy, Mostly The Mig 29 operates from the Carrier the Vikramaditya. but can also used from Shore based Naval Runways. IAF planned it's MiG 29 fleet should be more equal to the Navy's MiG 29.The Indian Air force Operates more than 70 MiG 29 B fighters.


Actually the Initial Mig 29 B which is perform only Air superiority Mission, which can intercept Dog fight and Flew CAP, but the new UPG standard allows the Fighter to Attack moving ground Targets, Air to sea warfare and decent Day night and all weather capabilities.

India signed an agreement to the Russia to upgrade the total IAF MiG 29 B fighters into latest UPG Standards the deal signed at $900 million. the deal also covers the first six of the Mig 29 will be Upgraded in Russia while remaining migs will be Upgraded in India, and the Contract Signed in 2009. the Upgrade plans to make the Mig 29 more service life and improved performance.the Major Modernization aspects are the Radar, Sensor Suite, modern Airframe, Modern Cock pit, improved Avionics,

Radar Zuhk ME



The Phazatron Zhuk ME Radar
The N010M Zhuk-M radaer is the Passive Radar which is most suitable for advanced Air to surface mode to fly and Attack at very low due to the Radar's Terrain Mapping and Following who guide the Pilot to fly at very low altitudes. the radar can pick upto sixty Airborne Targets and able to detect targets beyond 200 kilometers. the Radar also allows the Pilot to attack multiple Targets in same time.also a good option of Monitoring a single unit or Building for long time. which is a Very useful option in non conventional and hybrid warfares


The Radar also incorporates the IRST. A infrared search and Track optics which can launch heat seeking missiles without using the Radars also used for launching TV guided Missiles.


Avionics and Sensors

Here again the Indian Master piece mind think that adding Indo Israeli French Avionics and EW suites into the System, A variety of sensors being installed produced by the French firms and Indian Mission computers and Communication links produced by BEL and HAL, also the Avionics suites Software and Data links are came from Israeli's . same like what the Su 30 MKI version having.

HUD


Top Sight 1 HMD, Tejas, Mirage 2000 and MiG 29 K Uses the same
the Pilots Helmet Mounted Display Manufactured by the Thales Samtel named Top Sight. which is a modern multi mission capable HUD. which can improve the Missile Launching and Flying performance, the Same HUD also used by Indian Mirage 2000 and Naval Mig 29 K fleet.

Engine

The upgrade also include changing the Main Engine into more Powerful series 3 Kilmov RD 33 engines each can produce 50 kN in normal and 81 kN in full afterburner mode. those series 3 engines will be fitted in the MiG 29 K, UPG and Russian Air force MiG 29 SMT versions

Cockpit

MiG 29 K cockpit similar cockpit is in UPG versions too

The Upgrade also include change the entire analog Cockpit into Multifunctional Digital Display. which can help the pilot took decisions faster, able to collect Target information, Surveliiance mission and can able to perform more in Combat Air Patrol Missions.

Airframe

Deal also include structural change of Airframe earlier Models doesn't have wet points to carry more External fuel Tanks and Internal fuel tank is also smaller, but newer version include added upto five We points also large modification behind the Cockpit to carry more internal fuel to Saty in the Air more time, also earlier Mig 29 doesn't have IFR (Inflight Refueling Probe ) but the Upgraded versions include the Refueling Probe.

The deal also include array of Air to Air, Air to Surface and Air to Sea Missiles, the Upgrade standard is same equal as the Russian Upgrade standard of SMT, also The Russians already completed and returned all six MiG 29 UPG to India, and India also successfully upgrade a MiG 29 in home to the Standard of UPG, and It's successfully flown and meets all Mission requirements

@SajeevJino Life of Soldiers: Ingeniously Modernized MiG 29 Flies
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Training command chief inspects Surya Kiran practice - The Hindu
Updated: September 16, 2015 18:54 IST

Air Marshal S.R.K. Nair, air officer commanding in chief of the Indian Air Force training command, visited the Bidar Air Force Base on Tuesday.

His visit was significant as he inspected preparations by a team of Hawk pilots in performing aerial acrobatics, which were stopped after the Surya Kiran Aerobatics Team had was phased out four years ago.

Mr Nair’s visit is the clearest indication from the IAF that the new aerobatics team – also called Surya Kiran – is being revived. It is possible that the new team will be made up of Hawk aircrafts and will be based in Bidar, the country’s second biggest IAF training centre. IAF officials had announced in 2011 that the team would be resurrected, but there were no further updates.

On Tuesday, Mr. Nair visited the station memorial, and received a guard of honour. He inspected the infrastructure and other facilities and interacted with officers and trainees.

Mr. Nair joined the IAF in 1980 as a transport pilot and has served in various capacities as head of the Chandigarh IAF base and as director operations at air headquarters. He is the commodore commandant of the 44 Sqn AF, ‘The Mighty Jets’.
 
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha releasing the ‘First Day Cover’, as the Indian Air Force Benevolent Association (IAFBA) completes 75 years of its existence, during the combined annual meet of Air Force Group Insurance Society (AFGIS) and Indian Air Force Benevolent Association (IAFBA), in New Delhi on September 17, 2015.
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Ministry of Defence
17-September, 2015 17:11 IST
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Addresses the Combined Annual Meet of AFGIS and IAFBA

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) addressed the combined Annual General Body Meeting of Air Force Group Insurance Scheme (AFGIS) and Indian Air Force Benevolent Association (IAFBA) at Air Force Auditorium, Subroto Park in New Delhi today. These are the two agencies which are the potent welfare arms of the IAF and have continuously evolved comprehensive welfare schemes catering to the diverse needs of Air Warriors, Air Veterans and their families.

The Air Chief in his first part of his address, reviewed the performance of the association during 2014-2015. He lauded the role of IAFBA by conveying that it has been proactive and made a positive impact to the aspiration of air warriors, both serving and retired. The Air Chief also highlighted the humanitarian schemes being run by the association which included merit based scholarships, schemes of special children, disbursement of education loan, welfare loans, performing decent last rites of deceased air veterans etc.

He also brought out that the IAFBA was completing 75 years of its existence on 22 November 2015. Towards this, the Air Chief also released a ‘First Day Cover’.

In the second part of the address, the Air Chief highlighted some significant measures initiated by the AFGIS to enhance the financial security of serving & retired air warriors serving and retired. The important ones include credit of 0.5% of bonus to the survival benefit, the sustenance of the interest rate of 10% per annum on the survival benefits, the flying pay linked insurance scheme wef 01 October 2014, Social Security Deposit Scheme for benefit of widows and next- of- kin of air warriors, facility of SMS alerts to retiring members about remittance of survival benefits, and enhanced insurance cover to air veterans and increase of house building loan from existing Rs. 35 Lakh to Rs. 50 Lakh wef 01 October 2015.

In his concluding address, the Air Chief complimented both the associations for their significant contribution towards financial security of the air warriors, air veterans and their families, and also directed them to continue to provide meaningful welfare service to their members.
 
i have a question but don,t know where to ask? i decided to ask that question on this thread.
since indian air force operat mig-29 and su-30 both, i want to know which jet operational cost is less. i mean userfriendly, fuel eficincy, less maintanance cost, less accident etc..............?:raise:
 

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