Russian air defense systems were always a dud, like anything Russia makes. The Indians found it out with the SU-30s
Jamming pods that DRDO has developed for LCA MK1A and SU-30 MKI are based on GaN T/R modules. We have achieved something which even French do not have
Rafale's SPECTRA has GaA jamming, whilst our LCA Mk1A will have GaN based HBJ pods/EW suite from its first model next year. These ASPJ/HBJ pods we've developed for LCA-Mk-1A & Su-30MKI are both capable of transmitting and receiving thus consisting of both TX and RX antennas
This configuration would allow both the fighters to do cross-eye jamming much effectively, thereby deceiving the enemy radar by creating false targets.
MKI is already a very powerful jet, just imagine the kind of jamming power at its disposal with GaN EW suite
Digital RWR DR118 Dhruti will allow SU30 MKI to intercept LPI AESA signals and take proper action
SPECTRA has ability to deny all X-band radar locks and keep Rafale safe. Our Rafale-I has even got in-built low band jammers. Looks like IAF really wants to penetrate our enemies deep with Rafale, lol
the Russians are finding out with the S-300/S-400s
S-400 is a real threat against Large RCS Force Multipliers like Aerial Refueler, AWACS, SIGINT & COMINT Aircrafts.
Yes, The Search & Track Radars need an upgradation to remain relevant against 4th Gen Strike Package with EW/EA Aircrafts, 5th Gen Aircrafts & LO/VLO Missiles. Until this upgrade,
S-400s can be linked with much more powerful indigenous Super Swordfish AESA Radars