Henry240:


Very good choice for Zambia. Instead of the J-10, Namibia should go for this or the FA-50. Mali, Burkina-Faso, Ivory Coast and Cameroun should also consider the L-15.

Surrounded by neighbors with advanced platforms, the FA-50 would be obsolete.

ActivateKruger:


Surrounded by neighbors with advanced platforms, the FA-50 would be obsolete.

The only threat they have come from Botswana, That's it. One more, the FA-50 is a light multi-role fighter jet in the same class as the Gripen, JF-17 and LCA. I don't see how the FA-50 is obsolete or less advanced than it's competitors.

Henry240:


The only threat they have come from Botswana, That's it. One more, the FA-50 is a light multi-role fighter jet in the same class as the Gripen, JF-17 and LCA. I don't see how the FA-50 is obsolete or less advanced than it's competitors.

Dude, the FA-50 is an advanced trainer don't dare compare it with the Griffin.

frumentius:

Or, instead of starting from scratch, come in as 50% partner with Denel so the Bateleur -stalled after the prototype because of a lack of funds - can finally be developed.

Highly unlikely the development of this aircraft would be resurrected.

Banking world snatched many.

Iliouchine 76 MD Algerian AF used for refueling

algeria tested the IL-76MD-90A this summer maybe a futur upgrade or new command

Henry240:


The only threat they have come from Botswana, That's it. One more, the FA-50 is a light multi-role fighter jet in the same class as the Gripen, JF-17 and LCA. I don't see how the FA-50 is obsolete or less advanced than it's competitors.

Technically they have no threats but they need to think of the future. Botswan is looking at 8 gripens, Angola as SU30s, and a bunch of older Russian jets and South Africa as Gripens even the L15 is out classed

ActivateKruger:


Dude, the FA-50 is an advanced trainer don't dare compare it with the Griffin.

The TA-50 is a Trainer. The FA-50 is on the other hand is a Light Multi-role fighter jet.


https://warisboring.com/this-south-korean-jet-is-a-bargain-dogfighter-b39390212b18#.z59kcxg24

andrewza:


Namibia should join Botswana in getting Gripens. SAAB and Denel have a full set up support serves in South Africa.

if south African was keen on marketing the gripen and Hawk 120 jet ,may be by now a number of them would have being acquired in Africa.

China's Hongdu L-15AFT showcased by Zambian Air Force

 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grXKG04In70

africaken254:
China's Hongdu L-15AFT showcased by Zambian Air Force

 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grXKG04In70

Ok..all dz photos and videos of the L-15 got me jealous already
General Henry pls get CAS on the line

Henry240:


The TA-50 is a Trainer. The FA-50 is on the other hand is a Light Multi-role fighter jet.


https://warisboring.com/this-south-korean-jet-is-a-bargain-dogfighter-b39390212b18#.z59kcxg24

Same class doesn't mean comparable

Henry240:


If Paramount can secure orders in the SADAC region, this would boost the desire for countries across the continent to pick-up units. Just one SADAC sale, Mozambique, Botswana or Zimbabwe.


Normal Police/Intelligence SF kitting. Cool.

SANParks will definitely buy some

africaken254:
if south African was keen on marketing the gripen and Hawk 120 jet ,may be by now a number of them would have being acquired in Africa.

It's a missed opportunity considering that Denel assembled most of the SAAF Hawk with ATE (now part of Paramount Group) fitting the avionics. It's could have been a win for the local aviation industry.

Henry240:
Proforce defence Remoeye 006 Surveilliance drone

dz should b in d Ichoku-Class ryt?

A beauty tho

Henry240:
There literally tons of photos available from AAD 2016. It sure was the most photographed event in Africa this year.


Since we are all on the Zambian L-15, here are some more.

Awesome photos! Missed this display

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/09/nigerian-navy-acquires-new-vessel-china/
NN UNITY will be arriving in November 2016.

gees9:


Awesome photos! Missed this display

Since today is our "L-15 day", I'll share all the photos of Zambia's beautiful AFT jet. Very beautiful plane.

LTGEN:
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/09/nigerian-navy-acquires-new-vessel-china/
NN UNITY will be arriving in November 2016.

moonwalking

AAD 2016

Zambian Air Force L-15 AFT

More

LTGEN:
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/09/nigerian-navy-acquires-new-vessel-china/
NN UNITY will be arriving in November 2016.

I'm relieved NNS Unity is on her way home, however i'm quite disappointed with the manner this second contract ended.

Odunayaw:
dz should b in d Ichoku-Class ryt?
A beauty tho

Yeah, same class as the Ichoku.

LTGEN:
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2016/09/nigerian-navy-acquires-new-vessel-china/
NN UNITY will be arriving in November 2016.

Why do Nigerian generals buy 1 ship like this and 1 ship like that? Why ain't they buying a fleet in a single platform?

ActivateKruger:


Why do Nigerian generals buy 1 ship like this and 1 ship like that? Why ain't they buying a fleet in a single platform?

from time memorial we buy in pairs
the NNS unity is d sister ship of NNS centenary which have been delivered

That is correct to a certain extent, Nigeria dating back to the SHAGARI era either bought ships in pairs or in triplets.

Odunayaw:
from time memorial we buy in pairs the NNS unity is d sister ship of NNS centenary which have been delivered

The NNS Aradu was a solo frigate though.

ActivateKruger:


The NNS Aradu was a solo frigate though.

In addition to NNS Aradu, we bought 2 Corvettes. So it was actually a triplet order.

ActivateKruger:


Why do Nigerian generals buy 1 ship like this and 1 ship like that? Why ain't they buying a fleet in a single platform?

We got 3 ships from this contract. The contract for NNS Unity.


- NNS Centenary (F91) , 92 meters

- NNS Unity (F92), 92 meters

- NNS Sagbama (P184), 45 meters.

ActivateKruger:

The NNS Aradu was a solo frigate though.

forgot to add "asides Aradu"

frumentius:

Or, instead of starting from scratch, come in as 50% partner with Denel so the Bateleur -stalled after the prototype because of a lack of funds - can finally be developed.

Beautiful UAV. I think Nigeria working with Denel on some projects would be good for us. If it is pride, let us put it down as it will take us no where. I really admire some things coming from SA.

Your first NNS Unity photos

Henry240:
Your first NNS Unity photos

Baby must be so stealthy. Coating looks different from her previous pictures. Armament details please?