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Glass cockpit of the updated Do 228.
https://x.com/ReviewVayu/status/1707009 ... 10936?s=20 ---> The IAF has inducted the first of six new Dornier Do-228 aircraft manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. This new version is equipped with new engines, composite propellers, upgraded avionics and a glass cockpit.
https://x.com/ReviewVayu/status/1707009 ... 10936?s=20 ---> The IAF has inducted the first of six new Dornier Do-228 aircraft manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. This new version is equipped with new engines, composite propellers, upgraded avionics and a glass cockpit.
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https://x.com/BharatShaktiBSI/status/17 ... 55992?s=20 --->
* Newly inducted Dornier Do-228 aircraft with Garrett 10 engines & five bladed propeller, was ferried to AFS Guwahati in @EAC_IAF on Sep 28th.
* Air Marshal SP Dharkar, AOC-in-C EAC reviewed its potential & was briefed about the operational capability it adds to @IAF_MCC's transport arm.
* Newly inducted Dornier Do-228 aircraft with Garrett 10 engines & five bladed propeller, was ferried to AFS Guwahati in @EAC_IAF on Sep 28th.
* Air Marshal SP Dharkar, AOC-in-C EAC reviewed its potential & was briefed about the operational capability it adds to @IAF_MCC's transport arm.
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VIDEO: https://x.com/ghatakoperator/status/171 ... 17331?s=20 ---> Indian Air Force C-295 MW aircraft at Prayagraj today.
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No apologies needed. It is all good. Thanks.
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The engine of the first craft has different colors of the Il-76 and in the second one is the first engine missing?
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Il-76/78 make excellent test craft for DRDO - we should transfer one now and one more later. They don't need to fly often, perfect for R&D
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It would be wonderful if IAF inducted 20 odd heavily commercial aircraft like 777 or 747 in transport roles. IAF pilots would love it as well, as they would be type trained to fly commercial when they retire, and it would be cheaper and leave the C17 hours for all military equipment only.
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The IAF should seriously consider the A330 MRTT - will free up the C17's from "troop transport' duties, increase our refuellers. The fuel consumption is better, engines can also be serviced at the MRO's in case required, freeing up the maintenance pool. Plus in a pinch, we will have additional engines available from the commercial fleets. (of course no nationalised airline, but I am sure in wartime that will take a backseat).
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This exact reason will be used by MOD Babus to shoot down the proposal.Cybaru wrote: ↑08 Nov 2023 08:53 It would be wonderful if IAF inducted 20 odd heavily commercial aircraft like 777 or 747 in transport roles. IAF pilots would love it as well, as they would be type trained to fly commercial when they retire, and it would be cheaper and leave the C17 hours for all military equipment only.
IMHO, if IAF should purchase any freighter, they should not fixate themselves on this juggad workarounds and procure a proper versatile military freighter like C-390. It is the purchase of Il-78 that has hobbled IAF efforts to get a proper refueling aircraft. Rather than fixating on A-330 and kc-46 which are only needed for overseas exercises, we need practical solutions based on C-295 or C-390. This would preserve C-17 airframe life and could be deployed immediately when needed.
I wonder why IAF did not invite Kawasaki C-2 to participate in the competition since it weighs less and can carry for longer distances than A-400.
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https://thewire.in/security/iaf-lands-s ... ue-mission
Looks like the IAF is really squeezing the Hercules' very hard. Wouldn't be surprised if there's follow on order soon. If HAL doesn't step up soon with the MTA, we'll be forever dependent on imports in this category.The narrow and undeveloped 3,600 feet advanced landing ground had earlier been declared ‘unsuitable’ by the IAF for C-130J-30 operations. But despite that, the IAF executed a perilous mission to deliver crucial equipment for rescuing trapped workers in Uttarakhand's mountain tunnel.
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Airbus Offers To Enhance Production of C-295 As Per IAF Requirements
https://defence.in/threads/airbus-offer ... ments.776/
27 Nov 2023
https://defence.in/threads/airbus-offer ... ments.776/
27 Nov 2023
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https://x.com/AdithyaKM_/status/1729097 ... 25791?s=20 ---> Radius of action of IAF's heavy lift fleet. C-17 dominating IL-76, duh.
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This should theoretically take care of the An-32 replacement program as well.Rakesh wrote: ↑28 Nov 2023 20:28 Airbus Offers To Enhance Production of C-295 As Per IAF Requirements
https://defence.in/threads/airbus-offer ... ments.776/
27 Nov 2023
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https://x.com/ReviewVayu/status/1755880 ... 97325?s=20 ---> Embraer & Mahindra announce signing of an MoU with objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft by the Indian Air Force in its upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement project. MoU signed in New Delhi
https://x.com/ReviewVayu/status/1755880 ... 68554?s=20 ---> Embraer and Mahindra will engage with the Indian Air Force to identify the next steps of the MTA program, as well as contact the local aerospace industry in India to start developing the industrialisation plan for the project.
Please click on link below to read the rest of the tweet.
https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1755 ... 31418?s=20 ---> Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft by the Indian Air Force in its upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement project. The MoU was signed at the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi.
https://x.com/ReviewVayu/status/1755880 ... 68554?s=20 ---> Embraer and Mahindra will engage with the Indian Air Force to identify the next steps of the MTA program, as well as contact the local aerospace industry in India to start developing the industrialisation plan for the project.
Please click on link below to read the rest of the tweet.
https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1755 ... 31418?s=20 ---> Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the objective of jointly fulfilling the acquisition of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission aircraft by the Indian Air Force in its upcoming Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement project. The MoU was signed at the Embassy of Brazil in New Delhi.
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https://x.com/alpha_defense/status/1757 ... 81876?s=20 ---> Marking a milestone in the ‘Make in India’ C-295 program, the Airbus Defence and Space Quality Management System (QMS) for the C295 aircraft has received approval from the Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance (DGAQA), the Indian regulatory authority, to produce detailed parts and sub-assemblies in India.
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India-Airbus C295 Program: Approval By Indian Regulator To Produce Detailed Parts And Assemblies In India
https://bharatshakti.in/indian-regulato ... -in-india/
13 February 2024
https://bharatshakti.in/indian-regulato ... -in-india/
13 February 2024
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https://x.com/Gibdan1/status/1765043743596384563?s=20 ---> Second Indian Air Force C-295M at the Airbus Factory in Seville, Spain.
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https://x.com/IAF_MCC/status/1765928204391641385?s=20 ---> As part of a training mission, the Indian Air Force C-295 MW aircraft made its maiden landing at Agatti Airport recently. Landing at the remote location after taking off from the hinterlands, this marks a significant milestone in enhancing our nation's aerial capabilities.
https://x.com/dillipmahapatra/status/17 ... 94680?s=20 ---> Indian Air Force’s C-295 transport aircraft made its maiden landing at Agatti Airport recently in the Lakshadweep islands territory. Landing at the remote location after taking off from the hinterlands, this marks a significant milestone in enhancing India’s aerial capabilities.
https://x.com/dillipmahapatra/status/17 ... 94680?s=20 ---> Indian Air Force’s C-295 transport aircraft made its maiden landing at Agatti Airport recently in the Lakshadweep islands territory. Landing at the remote location after taking off from the hinterlands, this marks a significant milestone in enhancing India’s aerial capabilities.
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https://armyrecognition.com/defense_new ... craft.html
India company HAL decides to design locally-made Medium Transport Aircraft
POSTED ON TUESDAY, 19 MARCH 2024 16:54
PS is this news worthy of a new thread?
India company HAL decides to design locally-made Medium Transport Aircraft
POSTED ON TUESDAY, 19 MARCH 2024 16:54
PS is this news worthy of a new thread?
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Lets wait for some specs or a name (other than MTA) to come out. But great news. Thank you for posting.
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^^^
Opportunity lost with Brazilian Embraer C-390 Millennium.
India got basically stuck with Russian JV that never materialized. India still had the opportunity to join Embraer as a JV partner but did not have to foresight to do so even though the specifications matched exactly more or less.
This is like 20 years later
Imagine if the HAL/Embraer had occurred … the first C-390 would be rolling out of HAL production facilities since 2020. Alas … one can only dream
Opportunity lost with Brazilian Embraer C-390 Millennium.
India got basically stuck with Russian JV that never materialized. India still had the opportunity to join Embraer as a JV partner but did not have to foresight to do so even though the specifications matched exactly more or less.
This is like 20 years later
Imagine if the HAL/Embraer had occurred … the first C-390 would be rolling out of HAL production facilities since 2020. Alas … one can only dream
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VIDEO: https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786041338045268253 ---> Buffalo vs IAF C-295 MW. Who wins?
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Holy cow.. or BuffaloRakesh wrote: ↑03 May 2024 06:19 VIDEO: https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786041338045268253 ---> Buffalo vs IAF C-295 MW. Who wins?
As if pilots didn't have enough worries about birds in the air..
It's good that the guards didn't get injured.
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^^^
Looks like emergency highway landing airstrip
Looks like emergency highway landing airstrip
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Lovely location.
After that buffalo on that expressway I hope the pilots don't encounter a beached whale on this strip ...
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And the plane did not get damaged. In fear, that buffalo could have charged right into the side of that plane. A miracle that did not happen.Manish_P wrote: ↑03 May 2024 07:15Holy cow.. or BuffaloRakesh wrote: ↑03 May 2024 06:19 VIDEO: https://x.com/NewsIADN/status/1786041338045268253 ---> Buffalo vs IAF C-295 MW. Who wins?
As if pilots didn't have enough worries about birds in the air..
It's good that the guards didn't get injured.
That C-295 is brand new and is the first and only example in the country. The second one is still outfitting in Spain.
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^ i am just glad the ramp was at least partially up... the bovine might have jumped right into the plane for a test flight.
Our stoic IAF folks would have simply termed is as a test - 'Operation Buff Bluff'
Our stoic IAF folks would have simply termed is as a test - 'Operation Buff Bluff'
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#breakingnews The 2nd C-295 transport aircraft delivered to Indian Air Force by Airbus
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https://x.com/VivekSi85847001/status/17 ... 3097236738 ---> Airbus Defence has delivered the third C-295 Tactical Transport Plane to the Indian Air Force.
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https://x.com/rahulsinghx/status/1804346884322136137 ---> With the IAF's hunt for new transport planes set to gather speed in PM Modi’s third term in office, US firm Lockheed Martin considers building the C-130J in India. It's competing with Airbus & Embraer for the multi-billion-dollar order for up to 80 aircraft.
Lockheed considers India unit amid 3-firm race to bag cargo aircraft deal
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-ne ... 60122.html
22 June 2024
Lockheed considers India unit amid 3-firm race to bag cargo aircraft deal
https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-ne ... 60122.html
22 June 2024
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Fourth and Fifth C-295 delivered by Airbus to Indian Air Force.
https://x.com/AirbusDefence/status/1809 ... rce-sg6skn
https://x.com/AirbusDefence/status/1809 ... rce-sg6skn
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Thank You Pushkar Saar. Nice to see the serial numbers moving in sequence....
CA-7101 was the first aircraft to be delivered. And since then, the numbers are moving as follows ---> CA-7102, CA-7103, CA-7104 and CA-7105.
As per contract, 16 will be delivered by Airbus and the remaining 40 by TASL. So the 16th C-295 should have the serial number of CA-7116.
Look out for the serial number for the 17th (and first TASL-built airframe) C-295, which should have a serial number of CA-7117.
CA-7101 was the first aircraft to be delivered. And since then, the numbers are moving as follows ---> CA-7102, CA-7103, CA-7104 and CA-7105.
As per contract, 16 will be delivered by Airbus and the remaining 40 by TASL. So the 16th C-295 should have the serial number of CA-7116.
Look out for the serial number for the 17th (and first TASL-built airframe) C-295, which should have a serial number of CA-7117.
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https://x.com/singhshwetabh71/status/18 ... 7684567184 ---> IAF C-130J with chin-mounted FLIR Star SAFIRE III EO/IR.