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Sanjay

Isn't one of those MGs a NSV 12.7mm ? It is nice to see them in action.

Sanjay

Ramana, can you add anything on developments in education and healthcare ? (Delete this post as needed)

Sanjay

As Phillip mentions that, can we collect the articles that show the level of indigenization achieved in the MKI project ? I know that many raw materials are still from Russia though.

Sanjay

Is there a detailed photo set or video of the army day parade this year ?

Sanjay

Or it is a CKD aircraft

Sanjay

Niran - main armament is a 30mm CRN-91 gun + 2 12.7mm HMGs plus a variety of 7.62mm weapons. The firing was done with a 7.62mm LMG from the reports to date.

Sanjay

Now - didn't 17 sqn convert in 2012 to MKIs ?

I would suggest that realistically we can assume 21 ac / sqn inclusive of reserves. The 9 sqn supposedly operating the type would lead us to 189 aircraft. The remaining ac could be used to begin forming the 10th

Sanjay

Rohitvats, didn't 102 sqn convert to Su-30MKI in 2011 ? Also, wasn't 15 sqn to be converted by 2013 ?

Sanjay

It is really disgusting to read the nonsense from elements in the media. Even smugglers can be fired upon in hot pursuit. Warning shots in such operations are not uncommon. In fact I have heard that the Brits used 4.5" guns for warning shots. IIRC the rules of hot pursuit indicate that once the...

Sanjay

Aditya G - IPV is ICGS designation. TTCG designates them CPV (semantics really). Only the Sankalp and the Samrat have 2 30mm turrets.

I always think that there are some scenarios where the old Oerlikons could be useful - especially in the constabulary role.

Sanjay

But remember 12.7mm machine guns are also fitted and I have seen them used for warning shots before.

It would be really interesting to see an after action report (redacted of course) of the incident.

Sanjay

a change in the people at helm and the much lampooned NTRO starts working as advertised ! --------------------------------------------------- @SBM, perhaps approach GOI/IN for assistance ? btw, OT, so let's move replies to appropriate thread. True. Anyone know why no UAVs have been passed to ICG fo...

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Right - 50m vessel which in our force structure is designated a Coastal Patrol Vessel. Of which we have at this moment 0. I cannot tell you how much this incident has disturbed me in respect of its implications for Trinidadian security - we are a Jihadi target. Lots of radical Islamist elements pres...

Sanjay

Anyone revealed the name of the ICG ship involved in the incident ? It would be interesting to ascertain what weapon was used for the warning shots. This shows superb air-sea coordination and good intel. It also shows the danger - put India aside for a second - to countries from Jihadis with access ...

Sanjay

I think what is becoming clear to me is nobody is really sure how far off Mk1 is from ASR. Is STR/ITR really appalling or just not up to ASR (which seems to be set high) ? Is the MK.1 a bad performing aircraft ? Not so sure now. Will it hold its own against a M2K ? Certainly against a -21 bison. Wha...

Sanjay

Question: what are the STR and ITR of the Tejas and how do these compare to the ASR ?

Also, how do they compare to JF-17 and J-10 ?

If things are within an acceptable margin with the latter two, then there really should be no issue with more Mk.1 orders until Mk.2 comes on line.

Sanjay

Point noted. However, I got the specs from the Tejas powerplant:

http://tejas.gov.in/specifications/powerplant.html

So why the discrepancy ?

Sanjay

Back to Tejas - I thought clean take of weight - fuel pilot and 2 R-73 was around 9500kg. Add 4 Derby and you get another 600kg.

So given thrust of 9163kg (afterburner) vs 10,200 kg A2A TOW on full fuel and you get TTW ratio of around 0.89.

Is the STR/ ITR of the Tejas really that bad ?

Sanjay

Question: loaded A2A with 4 BVR, 2 WVR int fuel and gun, what is Tejas Mk.1 T:W ratio ?

Sanjay

Thanks. The finished vessel needs to be shown off more.

Sanjay

I like this ship. One day, I might be able to tell how it might have been exported to us Trinidad but fell through because of our failure to grab an opportunity. Am livid that only 2 photos ! Any others around ?

Sanjay

Can anyone suggest the size of that LCU and container ? Container can't be more than 20ft can it ?

Sanjay · Re: Indian Military Aviation- September 29 2013 Rest in Peace.

Rest in Peace.

Sanjay

Yes I figured that part out - wondered what special payloads he was thinking of - alcms, pgms ?

Sanjay

ramana wrote:Err you didn't get what I was alluding to.

To tell the truth, neither did I.

Can anyone provide any info on the ECCM capabilities of the system and also whether or not the system includes an EO back-up ?

Sanjay

Question is there any FLIR turret on the Tu-142M in IN service ?

Sanjay

Were there any pics or vids of yesterday's A-2 launch ? Curious to see the number on the A-2.

Sanjay

Question - any more photos of the BSF in action during these operations ? Would love to see them using 120mm mortars ! That one is an 81mm, I think - although it looks small.

Sanjay

I have been reading and re-reading that Hindu article and looking for other data. But if it is the case that India did reduce its IMR to 29, that is a near miracle - does anyone have any insight ?

Sanjay

reminds me of Trinidad from elementary school to university !

Sanjay

Anyone see this:

http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/p ... 423712.ece

Is Infant mortality now 29/1000 ? If so this a huge achievement !

Sanjay

You mean by leaving IIP unchanged etc ?

Sanjay

Ah - misunderstood the question & answer. What I really meant is if we did it would it not be a huge change ? From $2tr. it could be a significant jump. I raise the issue because the this govt is proposing changing the base year to 2011-2012, I think.

Sanjay

Why do you say it unlikely in respect of base year revision ? Given the changing shape of the Indian economy plus growth, it could be a substantial change if done across the board. Then again, you're the expert and I yield to you on these matters.

Sanjay

Suraj, let me ask something - China has been regularly changing its base year which dramatically alters its GDP size. Is it likely the same will happen in India ? Also, I noticed that for cheap goods Indians fawn over chinese products saying they are better than local. My experience with products of...

Sanjay

Any idea as to what PDMS will be fitted ?

Sanjay · Re: Indian Army: News and Discussions 11 June 2014 what does that mean ?

what does that mean ?

Sanjay

Yes, you may note it from the prominent Barak directors installled fore and aft.[/quote]

Saw them - was worried about availability of missiles

Sanjay

Does the Kamorta have the Barak sam ? I know there were reports earlier but now I see no mention.

Sanjay

A very sad day. Personally, he gave me my start, dealt fairly with me and always gave good advice. To think we never met.

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