Comments: Flat Nested Threaded Embedded Oldest First Newest First possible????????????????? By harsha_06 on Thursday, May 22, 2008 (EST) Does this news make any sense ????? Is it possible for an F-18 to operate from a ski-ramp???????? Why would the Indian navy want F-18 when we ordered the MIG 29K for the Aircraft carrier????? Reply to this Comment Can a F-18 use a ski jump? By vkthakur on Friday, May 23, 2008 (EST) The simple answer would be yes. Whether or not it can do so without sacrificing its impressive weapon load would need to be calculated. The US uses catapult assist for career operation. The Indian Navy opted for a ski jump on Vikramaditya probably to minimize modifications on the MiG 29K and to facilitate simultaneous operations by Sea Harriers. > Why would the Indian navy want F-18 when we ordered the MIG 29K for the Aircraft carrier????? If the Air Force opts for the Super Hornet the Navy would be better off using them too for several reasons. Reply to this Comment Average Rating: For AESA?????? By harsha_06 on Friday, May 23, 2008 (EST) Why would the IAF go for F-18 E/F when we are scheduled to recieve 230 of Su-30 MKI planes by 2013-14 ??????? Is it the AESA factor??????? Can't we land an MKI on an aircraft carrier and take off on a mission like it was told in the article. Reply to this Comment Re: For AESA?????? By vkthakur on Friday, May 23, 2008 (EST) Yes, AESA radar would be one reason. Diversification of inventory would be another. If our relations with Russia deteriorate for example...Besides, the Chinese operate the Su 30 and know what it is about. The Su 30 is a larger and heavier aircraft than the Super Hornet and so not as well suited for operating from the restricted space on a carrier. Besides, it has not been developed from the ground up for carrier operations - No folding wings, no arrester hook, etc. Reply to this Comment Average Rating: Diversify IAF inventory????????? By harsha_06 on Friday, May 23, 2008 (EST) Is it not reported before issuing RFP for MMRCA contract that IAF wanted to lessen its headache of diversified inventory ???? IAF already operates 15 different types of aircraft in its inventory. It was reported that IAF wanted a single supplier for the MMRCA contract. Is a split in the contract possible in near future???????????? Isn't there a risk of sanctions if we switch to US aircraft???????????????? Reply to this Comment Re: Diversification of inventory By vkthakur on Saturday, May 24, 2008 (EST) Diversification of source of supply would have been a better choice of words on my part. > Is a split in the contract possible in near future???????????? Considering the delay in releasing the RFP, a change in its terms would lead to an unacceptable dealy. >Isn't there a risk of sanctions if we switch to US aircraft???????????????? Russia would lose credibility as an arms supplier, something it cannot afford to do. Its earnings from sale of arms have dropped dramatically over the past one year. The drop is not hurting them yet because of buoyant oil prices, but that could change. Besides, it would be better if India discovered that Russia is not a reliable arms supplier now than later. Reply to this Comment Average Rating: Regarding Russia and MRCA contract By harsha_06 on Sunday, May 25, 2008 (EST) Russian hardware proved to be best in some aspects ( Consider the MKI ) and the reported collaboration in R-120 missile reported to have 120kms range. Can India risk to lose russia as an arms supplier ??????? Should India consider its old bilateral ties(like with russia) or should it choose the aircraft that best suits its needs in MRCA contract ???? How far can we trust the american planes or their technology ????????????? ( they may be sophisticated and advanced) They can pull the plug (sanctions) on us anytime We cannot risk choosing 126 aircraft of american origin ??????????? Reply to this Comment

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