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by akshay
21 Nov 2011 16:59
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: LCH and other Helicopters Discussion Thread
Replies: 3908
Views: 1109043

Re: LCH and other Helicopters Discussion Thread

The LAH Rudra; Its a recon option in the mountains and meant for anti terrorist ops and certainly not a force multiplier.
There is a big diff betn LAH and LCH.
by akshay
11 Nov 2011 17:24
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Design your own fighter
Replies: 555
Views: 118452

Re: Design your own fighter

If i had to design a fighter i would give speed the most factor. Design a fighter to surprise that hits inside and hurts enemy assets. Twin Engine/Twin TailFin/NextGen AL41 engines/Frontal Stealth/No need for all aspect/Titanium-Aluminum body/PESA Radar/Cruise speed above Mach 2. More surface areas ...
by akshay
16 Apr 2011 14:18
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Attention non-members and lurkers !
Replies: 414
Views: 879337

Re: Attention non-members and lurkers !

if accounts are purged is all user information and profile deleted?
by akshay
15 Apr 2011 14:12
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

The EF/Rafale is gonna be just too expensive ..maybe they may satisfy the Iaf requirements but its gonna be expensive. In fact in libya it looks like Rafale and EF are in a race to bomb the T55

i keep coming back to the question if they can settle the Offset of 50%.
any thoughts on this?
by akshay
15 Apr 2011 01:01
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3950
Views: 1270821

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

Its interesting to see IN practicing smack in the middle of a trade route which is most likely to be attacked by China. Its a good statement for IN to make. But still IN on its own won't be able to stop the PLAN in South China Sea just the same way PLAN can't do anything in IOR. The Navy is the onl...
by akshay
15 Apr 2011 00:51
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

we are already getting two missiles in the form of Spyder. and maitri has started. Akash on trucks is on heavy order for IAF. we need a good gun system to complete the picture. I know this is the MRCA thread but i guess till someone has anything solid to add we can discuss. speaking bout Akash ...i...
by akshay
10 Apr 2011 15:03
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

its not the decision of the IAF that is pending but the Offset deal. With bids expiring in April the offset rules are more important.
IAF has to have submitted the technical report already.
by akshay
10 Apr 2011 14:54
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3950
Views: 1270821

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

ok one more query .....Shivalik class ...why are the second and third ship delayed? instead of ship building catching synergy it seems like the second/third ship has taken an entire extra year. we should be building ships faster rate rather than loosing steam Shivalik took 6 years by that rate the s...
by akshay
09 Apr 2011 21:32
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

ha ha ha ...infernal thread indeed.
but does BRF recommend any of the combatants as of 2011.
by akshay
09 Apr 2011 11:31
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

We cannot have Mig planes and have MKI & MRCA & LCA all together and then Pakfa. This is about M21/23/27 replacement.Of couse GOI will not throw them out but its curtains for them anyways .
by akshay
09 Apr 2011 01:27
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3950
Views: 1270821

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

Shipyards are already up to the brim so I thought it would be great to have some Original Italian equipment other than the otoMelara gun

well i take heart in the fact that we get to build 6 MCMVs here ...so maybe we can 'study'
by akshay
09 Apr 2011 01:17
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

IMHO, IAF should be "slightly" more interested in the strike capabilities of MMRCA. I guess this because IAF had initially wanted Mirage-2000. Mirage-2000 is an excellent a/c. It can certainly hold out on its own in the air but the area in which it really shines is in its strike role. Tha...
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 22:48
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

Of the MRCA candidates which has the best air superiority role? I think the strike can be handled by the many planes in IAF inventory. So while the requirement is for multi-role, what is needed is an air superiority fighter. just my thoughts. Hi ramana Why you think is Air superiority imp?? just as...
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 22:35
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

Are you serious?? Says who? My vote : Gripen Ng or Rafale Your vote is yours with all due respect to it. My point is simply that your arguments are baseless. Neither Rafale or Gripen NG is going to be less expensive than SH. Rafale for certain will not be less expensive than Rafale. Given the pench...
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 18:59
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

But combined with an AWACS or other guidance a pilot may be able to spot another aircraft first and fire off something very quickly - being sure that whet he sees in a particular diirection is definitely an adversary. Why are we talking about Pilots using their naked eyes to find planes?? is there ...
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 18:39
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3950
Views: 1270821

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

Singha wrote: kangnam's will be far more than 2, one can expect 8-10 in first lot and more thereafter. they will each serve around 40 yrs from induction.
Right but kangnam copies Italian Intermarine which is the basis for Osprey.
Isnt the IN going for a cheaper and low quality alternative?
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 17:58
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3950
Views: 1270821

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

Can we discuss the IN acquisition of the Kangnam McMv? Why Kangnam? why didnt GOI buy the Us Osprey when they had a chance?
by akshay
08 Apr 2011 17:51
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011
Replies: 610
Views: 192429

Re: MRCA News and Discussion - March 2011

what needs to be noted is thatIndia wants a 2nd string fighter after the Mki. Various reports are come in that IAf will not choose the f16, now the f18 itslef is an old work horse, they only work in tandem with the Growler. and Boeing cannot provide 126 nos in 10B$, more like 50 nos. The Eft is a pr...
by akshay
01 Mar 2011 13:21
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Su-30: News and Discussion
Replies: 3952
Views: 1188926

Re: Su-30: News and Discussion

What I am wondering though, is that why only 40.....can understand these must be the SF command ones but we still have about 170 left to induct in the coming years...they all should get the AESA's and Brahmos....and then the already inducted ones should be retrofitted.....but guess MOD is also taki...
by akshay
01 Mar 2011 12:25
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

http://www.bharat-rakshak.com/SRR/2010/ ... -none.html

With regards to this BR link can i get some comments specifically about INSAS. I thought INSAS issues was all resolved.
by akshay
28 Feb 2011 13:45
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

Hari wrote:Have seen 4 Su 30s in Trivandrum Airbase, Normally we don't see such birds here. Any exercise going on?
were they su30s? there was a report of 4 gripens making a stopover in the south on their way to south asia.
by akshay
28 Feb 2011 13:02
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

i do have a newbie doubt regarding anti tank missiles like nag or javeline... these missiles have the the range of 4-5km... and for using this missiles tanks should be in a line of sight right...? in these cases how we can effectively use this weapons... Both are LOBL(lock-on-before-launch) weapons...
by akshay
23 Feb 2011 10:53
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

Does anyone have the current status of IGMDP.. has Akash/Nag moved into Full production?
I know of the orders but beyond that any pictures of operation or deployment ino which army units or areas
by akshay
23 Feb 2011 10:44
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Military Aviation
Replies: 4004
Views: 1156811

Re: Indian Military Aviation

Rao sahab, embraer already has all the 90-100 seater civilian jets it needs. # Embraer 170 (80 passengers) # Embraer 175 (88 passengers) # Embraer 190 (110 passengers) # Embraer 195 (122 passengers) why would they co-operate with us on another in the same category ? I think it's not co-op but valid...
by akshay
13 Jul 2010 10:53
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

Can you please keep that poll in the newbie thread. Also to pass that list as BRF-endorsed list ... hmmmm ... I don't agree! But again it is only what I feel! Moderators, please feel free to delete this post if you find it irrelevant. My friend, we are collating responses. If you think an BRfite MR...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 22:56
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

aditya.agd wrote:Steve and Akshay: I share your point.
U have a point there, Aditya

Can we have a poll once again?? ...fresh one.
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 16:21
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Cartosat 2B launch scheduled for 12th July 2010
Replies: 134
Views: 34578

Re: Cartosat 2B launch scheduled for 12th July 2010

guys, have you heard of this site: http://www.n2yo.com . This tracks satellites LIVE in real time on google maps with an easy interface. Here's a link to cartosat 2A: http://www.n2yo.com/?s=32783 Its been able to track most indian satellites. It also gives u the orbits and footprints and all necess...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 14:15
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

We have no choice but to discuss all 6 of 'em while we wait for the shortlist to be announced If you have been here long enough you'd know Brfites preferences from a poll almost a year ago.. Your talking semantics ..what i just mean while you can talk of everything in the MRCA ultimately you need t...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 12:50
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

Mate, until the shortlist is announced the '2 plane that we think IAF will go for' discussions are futile.. The shortlist will be the only way discussions will end up being more streamlined..until then each of the 6 and everyones individual favorite is an equal contender.. Shuklaji, that means you ...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 12:43
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3938
Views: 1442753

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

The number of subs will not come down ..see the foxtrot usage..but yes overall quality if the underwater nw will suffer.But it might be a strategy all the same ..go slow on diesel subs while quitely build Arihant class to 3 nos. I think by 2015 we will have these 16 subs along with 2 Arihant class a...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 12:26
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Cartosat 2B launch scheduled for 12th July 2010
Replies: 134
Views: 34578

Re: Cartosat 2B launch scheduled for 12th July 2010

Can we have some detail on the Orbits of this satellite? Are all three(Cartosat 2,2a,2b) in the same orbit or criss crossing.
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 12:19
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

Can someone shed light on the Army acquiring howitzers, Where is that deal .. are we still with Singapore or the US
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 12:16
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

I think some defence site or blog should hire the services of the octopus paul and predict the winner ,it might save around 100gb bandwidth of BR site :) :) :) believe me Karan ji , we are all octopuses here..but seriously Brfite folks needs to select atleast 2 planes we think IAF will go for ... w...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 01:46
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: MRCA News and Discussion
Replies: 3861
Views: 1230459

Re: MRCA News and Discussion

can we stop this silliness of lists etc WHY? Many here like diff aircrafts and yet there is no authoritative answer in the forum. In fact a "list" is what is required of what BRfites agree on the most. A LIST is exactly what DAC will come out and sent to the GOI to start commercial biddin...
by akshay
12 Jul 2010 01:08
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous

Just to add my 2 cents here, I think the Linux's virtual immunity to viruses can also be accredited to the fact that very very small number of systems run on it. So why would a virus writer rack his brains on writing a virus that won't be worth much even if successful? Incorrect. Linux is used heav...
by akshay
11 Jul 2010 14:24
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3938
Views: 1442753

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

I still don't see how 50000 crores go for 6 subs... this is probably adding a ball park figure for the followup of FRENCH Scorpene(almost 100% improved class+AIP), new FCS and Brahmos Mark 2. remember we had options for 6 more. Still 10 billion USD is too much...need more info on this one.. I always...
by akshay
11 Jul 2010 14:18
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Indian Naval Discussion
Replies: 3938
Views: 1442753

Re: Indian Naval Discussion

Firstly we should create an all new Naval Bases in some other corner of our coastline keeping in mind increasing traffic jam and lower space. .... On the top of that, our Naval Vessel are increasingly getting vulnerable to Terror attack as their close proximity to Commerical Cargo liner ... A terro...
by akshay
09 Jul 2010 16:08
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Su-30: News and Discussion
Replies: 3952
Views: 1188926

Re: Su-30: News and Discussion

^^I have always wondered why TACDE used Mig-27s? They are responsible for developing IAF's aerial warfare tactics. Wouldn't Mig-21s or 29s have been more appropriate? My biggest question is -- why No mig 29's ? is it due to their relatively low strength ? and also why is the Su 30 a part of TACDE s...
by akshay
08 Jul 2010 16:19
Forum: Trash Can Archive
Topic: Are We Ready for a Two-front War ?
Replies: 749
Views: 195008

Re: Are We Ready for a Two-front War ?

kanan ji , Hardware on its own doesn't win wars.Wars are decided by courage(not just of troops,but of entire nation),effective and intelligent leadership(both at tactical and strategic levels) and tenacity of the nations involved. To give you an example in 1939 Nazi Germany had the most powerful la...
by akshay
07 Jul 2010 23:09
Forum: Military Issues & History Forum
Topic: Newbie Corner & Military Miscellaneous
Replies: 4126
Views: 826576

Re: Program management in DRDO

Just going through the many posts regarding the LCA's development, I would request the "gurus" to help me with the following: - it appears that one of the problems with the program have been bad project management. - i bring this up by drawing parallels to the way in which projects are ex...