Pakistan Army Aviation Corps - Updated

[fatman17]

In 2015, the US Department of Defence (DoD) announced that it has awarded Bell Helicopter a $581 million contract that includes the delivery of AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters to Pakistan.

The original DSCA notification of Pakistan’s request included 1,000 AGM-114 Hellfire II air-to-surface missiles for a precision-strike and enhanced-survivability aircraft that can operate at high altitudes.

The helicopters, which were to be delivered in 2018, never arrived in the country as military aid was suspended. The helicopters are reportedly currently in storage in the US.

 

[fatman17]

In 2015, the US Department of Defence (DoD) announced that it has awarded Bell Helicopter a $581 million contract that includes the delivery of AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters to Pakistan.

The original DSCA notification of Pakistan’s request included 1,000 AGM-114 Hellfire II air-to-surface missiles for a precision-strike and enhanced-survivability aircraft that can operate at high altitudes.

The helicopters, which were to be delivered in 2018, never arrived in the country as military aid was suspended. The helicopters are reportedly currently in storage in the US.

This suspension will be lifted next depending on afghan peace talks progress.

 

[nomi007]

Why would US do that if it has to it will give super cobras
European helicopter is very expensive

Rates are almost the same
2nd Australia is also replace tiger helos in near future.

 

[Humble Analyst]

Rates are almost the same
2nd Australia is also replace tiger helos in near future.

Well the money is paid or partially paid for Cobras and if US is willing then it will be hard to take out the money and divert for Tigers extra money will be needed. Tigers are good but light on armour as they are suitable for anti tank role from a distance and less suitable for anti terror operations as lighter protective armour. That is what I thought I read. I still think Tiger operational cost will be higher.

 

[Yasser76]

Well the money is paid or partially paid for Cobras and if IS is willing then it will be hard to take out the money and divert for Tigers extra money will be needed. Tigers are good but light on armour as they are suitable for anti tank role from a distance and less suitable for anti terror operations as lighter protective armour. That is what I thought I read. I still think Tiger operational cost will be higher.

Only European countries bought Tiger as it kept some jobs going. Aussies bought it just a few years ago and are already looking to replace it. That should tell you all you need to know about Tiger

 

[MIRauf]

AH-1Z were paid for by the US Military Aid, thus they can be withheld without paying any $ back. Even if US agrees to $ put towards other product then it can only be used for US made Products ( weapons, training, spare etc. ) Best bet it to work with US to get them released and delivered.

You have to work with lobbies, interest groups to sway the US Congress and Gov't in your favor, you have to play the game right. Indians used the same strategy to derail the 8 F-16 during President Obama's term, you have to use it to reverse it by using lobbies, interest groups etc.

 

[GriffinsRule]

For Cobra fans, here is a very nice firepower demonstration of Japanese AH-1F Cobras.
They are in the market to replace 60 of these for a marinized helicopter for shipbased operations (most likely AH-1Z). Before people say lets buy their older Cobras, they are most likely to keep them in service after upgrading them with homegrown tech but we can dream on.

 

[nomi007]

 

[mingle]

This suspension will be lifted next depending on afghan peace talks progress.

Fatman sb they struck the deal with Taliban I hope flow will began

 

[fatman17]

Fatman sb they struck the deal with Taliban I hope flow will began

It's a agreement which has to be formally signed off. let's hope for the best.

 

[fatman17]

Industry

Aselsan orders reach historical peak

Lale Sariibrahimoglu, Ankara - Jane's Defence Weekly

21 August 2019

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Aselsan ended the first half of 2019 with a record order book of USD10.2 billion, the Turkish military electronics company announced on 21 August.

It also signed new contracts worth USD1.8 billion in the six months ended 30 June. Sales rose by 41% year over year in this period to TRY9 billion (USD1.6 billion), while net profits increased by 42%.

Contracts included a share of the EUR841 million (USD932 million) Altay main battle tank serial production programme, a USD241 million sale of T129 ATAK helicopters to Pakistan, and USD113 million to build modular temporary bases for Turkish anti-terrorism forces.

Aselsan has increased its activities in the central Asian, Asia-Pacific, and African markets.

 

[Imran Khan]

Industry

Aselsan orders reach historical peak

Lale Sariibrahimoglu, Ankara - Jane's Defence Weekly

21 August 2019

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Aselsan ended the first half of 2019 with a record order book of USD10.2 billion, the Turkish military electronics company announced on 21 August.

It also signed new contracts worth USD1.8 billion in the six months ended 30 June. Sales rose by 41% year over year in this period to TRY9 billion (USD1.6 billion), while net profits increased by 42%.

Contracts included a share of the EUR841 million (USD932 million) Altay main battle tank serial production programme, a USD241 million sale of T129 ATAK helicopters to Pakistan, and USD113 million to build modular temporary bases for Turkish anti-terrorism forces.

Aselsan has increased its activities in the central Asian, Asia-Pacific, and African markets.

Turkey ko 70 saal ghairat nhi ayee usa per jab hum ne contract sign kiya a gai

 

[kenyannoobie]

What will they bring which we don't have already ?

530s are light,low cost and easy to maintain. Ideally,they'd serve as first response for the heavier dedicated gunships like the Hinds and/or129s/Cobras.

 

[Shabi1]

530s are light,low cost and easy to maintain. Ideally,they'd serve as first response for the heavier dedicated gunships like the Hinds and/or129s/Cobras.

We already have something for the scout role.
The AS 550 Fennec, and it can operate at higher altitudes.

And in terms of economical platforms PA also has armed drones that would be more cheaper for armed scout role.

 

[nomi007]