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 Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:05pm On May 19, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:00pm On May 19, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:59pm On May 19, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:55pm On May 19, 2024 |
Ghana, Tunisia and Libya Special Forces fastrope from an Italian Navy Helicopter during Flintlock Exercise 2 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:00am On May 19, 2024 |
bidexiii:Total waste, that's why we need to be careful with Western equipment and always employ a mix of military equipment. We used to have people on hear claim using a mix of equipment, it must be a logistical headache. While there's some merit to that, the Ukrainian army use equipment from more than 30 Countries and use Main Battle Tanks from 7 different countries in a war with Russia. I don't see them complaining about logistics. 2 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:57am On May 19, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:56am On May 19, 2024 |
Senegal Special Forces fires a rifle during Flintlock 24 in Jacqueville, Côte d’Ivoire, May 16, 2024. 3 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:39am On May 19, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:38am On May 19, 2024 |
NAF @ 60: CAS HIGHLIGHTS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AS CRUCIAL TO OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has underscored the importance of Research and Development in enhancing Nigerian Air Force (NAF) operational effectiveness. He also stressed that cultivating indigenous capacity to manufacture and service platforms is essential to surmounting some of the constraints experienced in aircraft maintenance. Air Marshal Abubakar delivered these insights during the NAF Inter-Command Research and Development Competition, held earlier today, 18 May 2024, at NAF Base, Bill Clinton Drive, Abuja as part of activities lined up in commemoration of NAF's 60th Anniversary Celebrations. Speaking further, Air Marshal Abubakar went down memory lane to recount a poignant moment in NAF's history where, after acquiring 18 Jaguar aircraft in 1984, the entire fleet became grounded 7 years later with some having as little as 150 hours of total flight time majorly due to lack of spares or technical know-how. He went further to lament a similar fate with the MiG 21 aircraft, procured in 1975 and later retired in the late 1980s, with flight hours ranging from 43hrs to 469hrs. These premature retirements, he noted, underscored NAF's struggle to sustain operations due to technical shortcomings, echoing challenges in maintaining aircraft weaponry and other critical equipment. "This, once more," declared the CAS, "highlights the indispensable role of Research and Development in NAF's operations." The CAS then went on to highlight NAF’s distinction as a trailblazer in research and development endeavours. According to him, "With the production of the Tsaigumi UAV to pioneering advancements like rocket launchers, heat shields and weaponization of Alpha Jet aircraft, the NAF has consistently showcased its competence in Research and Development innovations. These achievements have ensured the readiness and deployment of NAF platforms and equipment across operational theaters." Recognizing the paramount importance of Research and Development, Air Marshal Abubakar, announced that he had approved the installation of 8 diverse CNC machines at the Air Force Force Research and Development Centre in Osogbo. He also added that the NAF was on the verge of signing a technology transfer agreement with a company in Europe for the production of the 57mm rocket armament. According to him, “These endeavors epitomize our commitment to prioritizing Research and Development, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, strategic partnerships, and lessons learned, in alignment with my command philosophy." In his opening address, the Chief of Standard and Evaluation, Air Vice Marshal MN Onyebashi, elucidated the competition's purpose which he says was to showcase innovative solutions addressing operational, maintenance, and service-related challenges within the NAF. The occasion was graced by Branch Chiefs, senior officers from the Nigerian Army, Navy and NAF as well as participants from NAF Commands across the country. Edward Gabkwet Air Vice Marshal Director of Public Relations and Information Nigerian Air Force 18 May 2024
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:27am On May 19, 2024 |
kabe1:The Nigerian Air Force has so far received; 2x Beechcraft King Air 360 ISR from an order of 2. 4x Diamond DA-62 ISR from an order of 4. 2x T-129 ATAK helicopters from an order of 6. 4x Wing Loong II UCAV from an order of 4. 1 Like
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:16pm On May 18, 2024 |
bidexiii:We need to bridge our capabilities between a 4th gen fighter and a 5th gen fighter, for that reason I don't think buying additional JF-17s make a lot of operational sense, especially when we have a significant order of M346FA fighters coming by the end of the year. The M346FA provides the exact same capabilities as the JF-17. It can carry out air-to-air, air-to-ground and armed reconnaissance missions. The advantage actually is, Nigeria has a Leonardo MRO facility so maintenance isn't going to be an issue, besides we signed a maintenance contract alongside this deal for 20 years with Leonardo. Overall this is an incredibly well structured contract. This simply means we will require an aircraft that will provide us better performance. The Rafale is a good option, the SU-35 is not an option, the J-10C is the best available to us if we want to go down this route. 3 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:32pm On May 18, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:32pm On May 18, 2024 |
Moroccan and Senegalese Special Forces participate in Exercise Flintlock 2024. 2 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:40pm On May 18, 2024 |
bidexiii:The M346FA and the JF-17 have similar capabilities. I wouldn't go for more JF-17s. I think we should look at the J-10C instead. We need Aircrafts with good stand off capabilities. |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:38pm On May 18, 2024 |
bidexiii:I agree with you. Although I still think the Nigerian Air Force requires at least 1 squadron of a decent multirole fighter. Preferably the J-10C. I don't really see any much activity with the army. Apart from the weekly APC purchases and the MD Helicopters, there's really not much activity. I mean the army needs additional Tanks and Artillery pieces, but we don't see much movement. 5 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:14pm On May 18, 2024 |
Nigeria will add 52 new aircrafts by 2025. 24 x M346FA 12 x AH-1Z Zulu Helicopters 12 x A109 Trekker Helicopters 4 x T-129 Helicopters The service is also expected to add 2 x CASA 295 and possibly 4 x CASA CN235 Transport Aircrafts. 2 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:09pm On May 18, 2024 |
Nigerian Air Force T-129 ATAK Helicopter. Nigeria intends to have the 3rd largest Air Force in Africa. Currently Egypt has the largest Air Force in Africa with over 1,000 Aircrafts, followed by Algeria in 2nd place, Morocco in 3rd and Nigeria in 4th place. 7 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:59am On May 18, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:58am On May 18, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 11:57am On May 18, 2024 |
Ivorian Special Operation Forces conducts shooting drills during Flintlock 24 near Jacqueville, Côte d'Ivoire 2 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:16am On May 18, 2024 |
Senegalese Special Forces 3 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:13pm On May 16, 2024 |
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 12:13pm On May 16, 2024 |
Nigerian special forces fastrope from a Nigerian Navy AW139 Helicopter onto Spanish Navy offshore vessel Furor (P 46) during a zonal arms and drugs trafficking scenario in support of exercise Obangame Express 2024, May 15, 2024. 5 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:59am On May 14, 2024 |
Nigerian Air Force F-7 low level flying. /mediaviewer 1 Like |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 6:33pm On May 12, 2024 |
Nigerian Navy LST NNS Kada conducting Joint Training Exercise with US Navy Ship. 1 Like
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 7:01am On May 12, 2024 |
Exercise Obangame. The Nigerian Naval Eastern Command participates in this years Obangame with 8 Ships and 2 Naval Helicopters.
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 10:23am On May 10, 2024 |
mupper2:The company probably has a license for it. However this information is not public. 2 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 1:13pm On May 09, 2024 |
Nigerian Army has taken delivery of 20 x units of Nigerian made APCs from EPAIL Nigeria. 11 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 8:41pm On May 06, 2024 |
Nigerian Air Force Cessna 680 Citation Sovereign. This Aircraft was formerly used by NEMA as an Air Ambulance before it was transferred to the Nigerian Air Force.
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:19pm On May 04, 2024*. Modified: 9:58pm On May 04, 2024 |
Delivery flight of the second and final ordered Beechcraft King Air Aircraft recently delivered to Nigeria. 5 Likes
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:48pm On Apr 30, 2024 |
neyobills:The Toyota Hilux has it's role to play in the Nigerian army. It might not be pretty but we don't have billions of dollars lying around to move all our men in Armoured vehicles. It is the way and formation it is used that matters. The Tucanos is a serious option for the US military. https://www.sncorp.com/news-archive/a-29-super-tucano-delivered-to-us-air-force-special-operations-command/ Within the Nigerian context there's no capability the A-10 will provide, we don't currently have any the A-10 has limitations in the sort of support it can provide to Nigerian ground forces. The A-29 is simply a better platform. |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: African Militaries/ Security Services Strictly Photos Only And Videos Thread by kabe1: 9:38pm On Apr 30, 2024 |
neyobills:Reconnaissance, Network Capabilities, Multi-role should I continue? |
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