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Modernisation of Air ForceReplacement or upgrade of defence assets that complete their technical life is a continuous process and steps are taken to ensure that the required level of operational preparedness is maintained at all times.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) Long Term Perspective Plan (LTPP) envisages procurement of aircraft and equipment for the next 15 years (2012- 2027). This plan lays down the roadmap for capability-building and enhancement of the combat potential of the IAF.
Some of the major contracts signed during the last three years include procurement of Su-30 MKI fighter aircraft, Tejas Light Combat Aircraft, Medium Lift Helicopters, Intermediate Jet Trainers and Hawk Advanced Jet trainers as well as various types of Radars, Airborne Weapon Systems and Air Defence Missile Systems. IAF has also undertaken upgrade of its MiG-29, Mirage-2000 and Jaguar fleets to maintain their operational capabilities. The Budget allocation for Capital procurements for 2012-13 is Rs.30,514crore.
Under the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP), the `Buy and Make`, `Buy and Make (Indian)` and `Make` Categories provide adequate scope for participation by domestic industry in defence procurements.
...........Loss of Lives in SiachenThe number of casualties in Siachen in the last one year is 26.
Twelfth Round of Defence Secretary level talks were held between India & Pakistan on 30-31 May 2011, during which both sides welcomed the ongoing dialogue process, contributing to an enhanced understanding of each other`s position. It was also agreed to continue the discussions in a meaningful and result oriented manner.
Shortage of Pilots in Air ForceThe available strength of pilots in Air Force is sufficient to meet the current operational requirements of the Indian Air Force. The present strength of pilots as on 1st April, 2012 is 3406 against the sanctioned strength of 3783.
Training infrastructure/facilities are available at Hyderabad and Yelahanka, for training of pilots. Presently, 180-200 pilots are commissioned every year in the Indian Air Force.
Training infrastructure has been augmented through induction of simulators and advanced jet trainers. Since July 2011, entire stage-Ill fighter pilots training has commenced on the advanced jet trainers.
Upgradation of AircraftThe Indian Air Force (IAF) undertakes upgrades of its fighter aircraft to enhance their combat potential and to ensure their operational relevance.
IAF has undertaken upgrade of MiG-21 and MiG-27 aircraft. Contracts have also been signed to upgrade the MiG-29, Mirage-2000 and Jaguar aircraft.
Contract for upgrade of MiG-29 was signed with RAC `MiG` at a cost of US$964 Million. The upgrade is planned to be completed by 2016.
Contract for Mirage-2000 upgrade has been signed with M/s Thales and M/s Dassault Aviation, France at a cost of 1470 Million Euros and with M/s Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) at a cost of Rs.2020 crores. All the aircraft are scheduled to be upgraded by mid-2021.
The Contract for upgrade of Jaguar Aircraft has been signed with M/s HAL at a cost of Rs.3113.02 crores. The aircraft are planned to be upgraded by December 2017.
Source : Press Information Bureau,GoIIntegrated Satellite Based PlatformThere are no plans for moving the command systems of the Armed Forces entirely on Integrated Satellite platforms.
The Naval Satellite is planned to be launched in 2012-13.
A dedicated communication satellite for Air Force is planned to be launched in 2013-2014.
A Tri-services Defence Communication Network (DCN) is being progressed as per the Defence Procurement Procedure. The DCN envisages a network of optical fibre cables, satellite earth stations and transportable and portable satellite terminals with high security features.
The design of these systems have features that enable conduct of simultaneous real time networked operations from multiple sites to cater for contingencies and failures, as well as hardware redundancies for fail safe operations.
