kabe1:


I don't know how anyone can refer to the JF-17 Block II as a 4.5 gen aircraft.

Covert1:

The Pakistanis came up with an upper hand recently in aerial combat with the Indians.

iblawi:


Common with 4th / 4++ generation aircraft. SAAB gripen C/D of SAAF have similar capabilities.

Nothing to prove JF-17 is better than gripen C/D as their capabilities are very similar. The gripen having technological advantage in some areas such as AESA radar, lower RCS and better engines which gives gripen an edge over JF-17 thunder ⚡. That doesn't mean the JF-17 cannot bring down the gripen in combat.

Covert1:
Please nobody crucify me but I must say the truth where it's due, President Buhari may have terrible economic and political policies but in funding military acquisitions he gets an A.

I'm not sure with the previous administration will not be asking now where the money is. President Buhari came in and immediately gave approval for the JF-17s and thanks to President Donald John Trump paid cash for the very powerful and advanced CT/COIN A-29 Super Tucanos plus other acquisitions across board for the military, ONSA and NIMASA.

The current defense minister deserve commendation for effective leadership.

JOSCOFELIX:
i can see that some people .............. so they can put aesa rader and advance equipment on a exiting structure?, so upgrade cannot done on platform with old structure?. your argument is baseless

kabe1:


Gripen which SAAF does not have AESA radar, there is no evidence it has a lower RCS as the JF-17 and it's engine is not better.

Both Aircrafts have very similar characteristics, the Gripen C/D is slightly better but not by much.

ugo4u:

It's basically the kinematics, stealth technology, avionics including RADAR type and payloads

Nemesis4you:


Kindly do not drag in issues which have no relevance & serves no purpose & u have no idea on

I encourage nationalism and recommend it

I encourage pride of ownership and recommend it

And it is applicable to all

So kindly desist unless u want me to start punching holes in all ur posts and make you look clueless

I have zero interest to do so because i understand & respect the right of every citizen of any nation to have pride of ownership and even gloat in the same, so no offense plz dont force my hand

ugo4u:
Make NAF no allow Indians go near that aircraft o! If not Pakistan fit vex cancel subsequent orders those countries don't see eye to eye and I think the JF-17 is a direct response to India's Tejas series.
I know the NAF have no serious allegiance with any country just like ashawos we will open up to any country that is ready to do business with us(A good policy), we will collect Aircrafts from US, Pakistan, Brazil, Russia etc and have a buffet of different varieties of atleast 4th Generation aircrafts in our inventories even though some of theses countries are arch rivals. I suspect the reason why they refused to allow cameras show the cockpit of the JF-17 might not be unconnected to the rivalry btw Pak & India.
All in all the NAF is really having it good, even the CAS is also rated on the JF-17 and even holds an instructor license on the bird, the moderator at the event even confirmed it that the CAS flew the aircraft when it arrived.

ugo4u:
Make NAF no allow go near that aircraft o!

kabe1:


Gripen which SAAF does not have AESA radar, there is no evidence it has a lower RCS as the JF-17 and it's engine is not better.

Both Aircrafts have very similar characteristics, the Gripen C/D is slightly better but not by much.

kabe1:


Do you think you're talking with your village people here?

How is it that you can claim with confidence that Nigeria bought and inducted Block III JF-17?

An aircraft that is not even in service with Pakistan.

Whyem15:
US TO SUPPLY NIGERIA DRONES TO CURB INSECURITY
The United States government is showing their commitment towards helping Nigeria to overcome the security challenges, recently they revealed their plan to supply drones.

The American Ambassador to Nigeria, Ms. Mary Beth Leonard, stated this in Sokoto at a round table discussion with journalists in the state.



Leonard said the drones would help Nigeria to end the activities of bandits, kidnappers, and Boko Haram in the country.

The American ambassador said: “Insecurity has shortchanged the development of the country in many areas of human endeavour.



“America is concern about the security situation of the country.”

The ambassador further explained that the US has been supportive of Nigeria on information gathering and hardware to combat security through modern technologies and other relevant areas of concern.

She said, however, protocols and channels that facilitate the implementations were considered by departments and expertise.



The ambassador who is going round states in the country to inspect American programs in the country said, “USAID had from 2015 to date invested about one hundred and twenty-two million dollars on different activities that comprised improving primary healthcare, immunisations, public access to quality healthcare, education, agriculture, and empowerments programmes.

https://eonsintelligence.com/details/news-108923456/us-to-supply-nigeria-drones-to-curb-insecurity-1433442530

Nemesis4you:


Kindly do not drag in issues which have no relevance & serves no purpose & u have no idea on

I encourage nationalism and recommend it

I encourage pride of ownership and recommend it

And it is applicable to all

So kindly desist unless u want me to start punching holes in all ur posts and make you look clueless

I have zero interest to do so because i understand & respect the right of every citizen of any nation to have pride of ownership and even gloat in the same, so no offense plz dont force my hand

iblawi:


Hahaha

All this while I thought the gripen comes with AESA radar and lower RCS as a standard feature and I also thought south africa didn't buy BVR missiles because they plan to integrate theirs not knowing they have no requirements for BVR.

This are the kind of things we should be learning here not all those jargons many people talk about here.

Covert1:


Hey Nigerian cum Indian it seems to be that your time of the month. People who sound condescending are actually the dunces.

Nemesis4you:


" Condescending & dunce "

Pot calling kettle black lol

Ok you called it
we will fun from now on

lebuhsi:
JUST IN: Video footage of the Deep Blue Project - Maritime Asset Demo at Navy School of Underwater Warfare, yesterday.


https://twitter.com/eonsintelligenc/status/1395678212416581638?s=19

Covert1:


You warranted the "C & D" there was no need

Oya na

Covert1:


Guess this answers your question about the AESA regarding SAAF. No need for response.

I'd add it is subjective to say they have no requirement for BVR. They actually want it not that it's necessary, they have no threats.

But it does seem they do have a very wicked IRIS-T not that it would be much of any advantage against BVR. Largely funding is mostly their problem and then BEE.

fabselad:

bird strikes

Stephandesward:

I remember once when I was on break, the SBS would swim from their base to the sailing club, I remember an instructor telling them, that in case of mishap in water, they need need to be able to stay afloat for at least 2 hours, pending when assistance or rescue comes, those were among the first sets of SBS.

Stephandesward:


Go online Google jf17 cockpit, you would see plenty pictures, even f22 cockpit Is online.
Only 4 Nigerian pilots are rated on the jf17....the CAS is an alpha jet pilot, and even flew against boko haram. Jet your facts right.

fabselad:


But one can say the RD- 93 can survive harsh conditions especially dust and bird strikes and is also easy to maintain.

Nemesis4you:


Bird ingestion no engine will survive & no engine exists which can resist damage from proper bird ingestion during flight AFAIK, flame out is given