AkshaySG wrote:
If its about Quality then i'd much rather get another Rafale squadron or if not then pour this money into Su-30 upgrades
Frankly such statements make me ashamed!! With the LCA available, throwing Indian jobs away at the drop of the hat makes me glad of only one thing- that I am no longer at the mercy of people foolish as this.
Nothing will change in India. In 2030 we will still be debating LCA or Mig35(Comrade Russi Rakshak)/ Rawfail (Admiral at large) and so on. Heaven help us if India is offered the F35/45 or whatever is the flavor of the day.
So we Indians should not talk about economy at least on BRF!
The LCA program is about an aircraft that provides real capability, a Military Industrial Complex, and good paying jobs to Indians actively engaged in the program. Every import makes their jobs less secure. We should be talking about a 3rd, 4th , 5th line for LCA and for the next serial development. It is a national shame to see the Indian Defense Minister go running around the world begging for support and quick supplies. But as some could put it - to develop or remain dependent, the choice is yours!