New book on PAF

[Super Falcon]

send me one copy

 

[Muradk]

JF-17 photos are excellent in it.

 

[blain2]

Really, sir? I thought that Tornado ADV was dubbed the original "MRCA". I know this because Canada was part of the project initially, along with Britain, Holland, Germany and Italy (or was it France?). Then The Canadians opted out for the F-18, the Dutch opted for the F-16 and only the Brits and the Germans were left, with the design of the aircraft done entirely by the Brits. I imagine that if so many countries were involved in the design of Tornado ADV, then surely, it must have has MR capabilities?

Based on what I know, it's MR capabilities are not as good as those of fighters such as F-16 etc. It does a superb job in surface attack roles due to its ability to fly extremely low and fast. However in air-interdiction etc. its limited. Although the RAF have equipped the aircraft with BVRAAM and now will be integration HOBS AAMs, it is still a surface attack platform.

 

[blain2]

I wonder if i buy the new book how long will it take to reach the US and how safe is it doesnt seem like its a safe site!

The site is safe. As to how long to the US, ask someone who has received it in the US via postal mail. I am sure it is quicker than it is getting to Pakistan from UK (that is if you order it from UK).

 

[fatman17]

Eval of Tornado is mentioned in the new book. However the Su-27 and Mig-29 evaluation is covered in Book #2 in fair detail. Both of these aircraft were evaluated in detail by the PAF in Russia (PAF did not like the Mig-29 but wanted Su-27 upgraded before purchasing but geo-political considerations got in the way). I suspect Tornado was most probably declined on the basis of its dedicated role and lack of MR capability.

All three books are great. I like the first two even better than the third one for all of the information. However from a pictorial perspective, the third one has the most.

The third one also mentions PAF participation in other Multilateral exercises besides Anatolian Eagle (KSA, UAE - Tactical Leadership Forum) along with USAF, RSAF, UAEAF, and RAF with PAF F-16s and Mirage IIIs flying in exercises with UAEAF Blk-60s, Mirage 2000-9s, RAF Typhoons, Tornados etc.

Get it if you can. Its well worth it to make it part of your collection.

which #1 and 2 are u referring to?

 

[fatman17]

I wonder if i buy the new book how long will it take to reach the US and how safe is it doesnt seem like its a safe site!

they use royal mail so it should be no issue - 1 week max but the problem is that the book is in high demand - already the first two printings have been sold out.

 

[Wingman]

JF-17 photos are excellent in it.

When is your book coming to market???

 

[air marshal]

The History of the Pakistan Air Force 1947 - 1980

Its till 1982

History of the Pakistan Air Force 1947-1982

 

[blain2]

which #1 and 2 are u referring to?

The story of the PAF 1947-1988

The story of the PAF 1989-1998

This third one has been taken on by Alan Warnes as a project but it is supposed to be a continuation of the previous two. All were sponsored by AHQ.

 

[F-16.Net]

Really, sir? I thought that Tornado ADV was dubbed the original "MRCA"

The MRCA became the Tornado IDS (Interdictor/Strike) fighter-bomber. Four countries have used it: UK, Germany (Luftwaffe and Marineflieger), Italy & Saudi Arabia.

The RAF went onto develop the ADV variant to replace the Lightning and F4 Phantoms for UK air defence role. Developed as the F.2 & F.3 its is currently still in use even though most of the squadrons are now retiring. The most recent being 43 Sqn just 2 weeks ago, leaving only 111 Sqn & 1435 Flt in service.

The ADV was used by Saudi Arabia and temporarily by Italy on a lease deal.

 

[fatman17]

The story of the PAF 1947-1988

The story of the PAF 1989-1998

This third one has been taken on by Alan Warnes as a project but it is supposed to be a continuation of the previous two. All were sponsored by AHQ.

thx
i have them both!