Nigerian navy A109e Helo

Nigerian Air Force MI-35M

Beast mode

Another video of last algerian exercise


Start video from 02:05 to 07: 29

Sukhoi 24 air refuel , , sukhoi 30. Mig 29 , mi 28 , tos 1 , artillery , manpads .atgm , ...ect ...

- Pantsir in action at 03:48
- See t90 firing at high speed (look more than 50km\h) at 05:48 .




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9uVS3wtP_A

https://tribuneonlineng.com/220217/
Army Begins Local Production Of Tactical Vehicles
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Exclusive – 19 Squadron Oryx pilot nominated for top UN peacekeeping medal

The phrases “remarkable courage” and “extraordinary threat” written by no less a person than the UN Secretary-General do not affect the man they were written for. Just the opposite, he was doing his job and that it meant coming under enemy fire was part of the package.

That in a nutshell sums up the approach and attitude of SA Air Force (SAAF) helicopter pilot Lieutenant Colonel Stefan King, second in command of 19 Squadron based at AFB Hoedspruit in Limpopo.

He was nominated for the Captain Mbaye Diagne Medal for Exceptional Courage, the UN’s highest peacekeeping award. This year the medal was presented posthumously to Malawian peacekeeper private Chancy Chitete, who saved a wounded colleague’s life at the expense of his own during a firefight against militia in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

King has been flying military helicopters since 2003 and is current on both the Agusta A109 light utility helicopter and the Oryx medium transport, in service with the SAAF combined helicopter unit (CHU) in the DRC as part of the UN mission’s Force Intervention Brigade (FIB).

He was commander of Oryx (tail number 1227) which had flown a routine ferry mission and landed at Goma just as dusk was settling on the night of November 14 last year. Before shutdown was complete he was contacted via the external communications plug-in with Brigadier General Njabulo Dube, the South African FIB commander.

“It was explained some of our forces involved in a major UN operation had come under heavy fire in a multi-pronged attack. Would I please go and assist in whatever way I could?”

An affirmative saw King and his flight crew – co-pilot lieutenant Ernest Hlongwane and flight engineer Warrant Officer Fanie Jiyane – take off with a British Army major as an observer also aboard.

“We were there because there were no attack helicopters that could be deployed in support and our job was to put up a show of force of some sort,” King explained.

This saw the flight crew don NVGs (night vision goggles) and head towards a point where, as he put it, “the action seemed thick”.

The Oryx does not have any armament fitted but carries well over a hundred flares for self-protection. This time around the flares were put into an offensive role and set off to distract militia attacking Guatemalans cut off from own forces while collecting water. This only came to light when the helicopter landed after the emergency sortie.

“We did numerous runs and each time set off flares to deter enemy fire. Each run saw the helicopter come under fire and at least two RPGs (rocket-propelled grenades) passed close enough to make our NVGs useless for a while. After just over an hour of orbiting and flare runs our fuel situation reached the stage where we had to abort.”

King was afterward told by some Guatemalans had the Oryx and its flares not arrived, they would have been “goners”.

“I don’t know whether it was the British observer or the Guatemalans who nominated me for the award,” he told defenceWeb, adding he and his crew did what they were trained and deployed for.

https://www.defenceweb.co.za/aerospace/military-helicopters/exclusive-19-squadron-oryx-pilot-nominated-for-top-un-peacekeeping-medal/

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MiddleDimension:


anf their nuclear weapons? can Egypt still face a nuclear armed Israel

Israel won't use weapons that they don't technically have.

Besides warfare isn't just about weapon A vs weapon B. A lot of factors and variables come into play... Including those beyond human control.

T62 tank used for formation algeria

The post disappeared so mine also disappeared

lionel4power:


Israel won't use weapons that they don't technically have.

Besides warfare isn't just about weapon A vs weapon B. A lot of factors and variables come into play... Including those beyond human control.

Correct

Also both Israel and it's adversaries won't take a position where there r no winners .

Off-Topic

Video of Iranian Air Defence System shooting down US Military UAV


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1Q5VJB-N-k

Nigerian Air Force Pilots training on the Super Mushak

Nigerian Defence Industry

New Nigerian Light Tactical Vehicle

Henry240:
Nigerian Defence Industry

New Nigerian Light Tactical Vehicle

Nice picture
Is the gun mounted remotely controlled or what

Henry240:
Off-Topic

Video of Iranian Air Defence System that shot down US Military UAV


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1Q5VJB-N-k

The United States is surely going to retaliate !

bidexiii:


The United States is surely going to retaliate !

They've called off a retaliation for now. If this was a fighter jet with a pilot, they would have retaliated for sure.

However what this shooting down has show is, Iran has the capacity to defend itself and any battle with Iran would be bloody.

Even if it does lead to regime change in Iran, a military operation in Iran by the US, it would lead to an insurgency in Iran, which would most likely lead to a military defeat for the Americans.

The good part for us would be an increase in the price of crude, which might hit 200 dollars per barrel.

bidexiii:



Nice picture
Is the gun mounted remotely controlled or what

I can't really say, however the vehicle would be exhibited, July 6th.

Nigerian Defence Industry

Proforce MK3 MRAP

Henry240:

They've called off a retaliation for now. If this was a fighter jet with a pilot, they would have retaliated for sure.

However what this shooting down has show is, Iran has the capacity to defend itself and any battle with Iran would be bloody.

Even if it does lead to regime change in Iran, a military operation in Iran by the US, it would lead to an insurgency in Iran, which would most likely lead to a military defeat for the Americans.

The good part for us would be an increase in the price of crude, which might hit 200 dollars per barrel.

Sharp guy

Henry240:

I can't really say, however the vehicle would be exhibited, July 6th.

Fingers crossed, can't wait till its unveiled.

bidexiii:



Sharp guy

no dulling, make dem fight.

After all, na who don chop belle full dey get strength to dey fight. We, we Neva chop anything, tok less of to belle full.

Nigerian Air Force reactivates 3x L-39ZA aircrafts

The Defence Industries Corporation (DICON) and the Nigerian Army
Vehicle Manufacturing Company (NAVMC) Kaduna will unveil the first
indigenous light Tactical Vehicle jointly produced by the
organisations.

Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai said this Thursday while
some new combat vehicles produced by the NAVMC in conjunction with
DICON, in Rigachukwu, Kaduna state.

He said the collaboration between the two organisations is yielding
positive result with the production of indigenous military equipment
including vehicles and weapons, which he said would go a long way in
curtailing insecurity in the country.

“I know everybody is concern about insecurity, but unfortunately over
the years since 1960s we have not made any serious headway in local
Defence production. If this one takeoff as we envisage we will no
longer cry of insecurity, God’s willing,” he said.

The army chief said the DICON, a civil-driven establishment under the
Ministry of Defence, would soon be turn around by the new
Director-General, Maj. Gen. Victor Ezugwu, who resume recently at his
new appointment.

Maj. Gen. Ezugwu was, until his recent appointment, the Group Managing
Director of the NAVMC.

The army chief, accompanied by some principal staff officers from the
Army Headquarters Abuja, the Director General of DICON and other
senior officers serving in Kaduna state, also test run Light Combat
Vehicle and Light Tactical vehicles produced by the organisations, and
inspected the improvement on the locally produced mine- sweeper. He
also inspected some equipment at the company’s production plant.

Today is a good day to be on this thread. Bravo to the Nigerian armed forces

Seened:
Today is a good day to be on this thread. Bravo to the Nigerian armed forces

i swear bro i just dey get joy since

Seened:
Today is a good day to be on this thread. Bravo to the Nigerian armed forces

hope killed plenty boko haram and violent herdsmen

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Port: Yamaha FL250GET.
STEERING SYSTEM
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FUEL TANKS
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One supply fuel tank of capacity 25 litres.
Tanks are located under the cabin floor and in the bilge.
Tanks are removable and serviceable.
NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
VHF Radio (1).
Horn (1).
Wiper (1) Navigation lights (1 set).
Searchlight, manual control (1).
GUN POINTS
Fore and aft gun points.
Gunman’s armored shields.
BOAT FITTINGS
Cabin lights (1 set).
Bilge pump (1).
Cleats (4).
Fair leads (2).
Grab rails (1 set).
Mooring ropes (4).
Batteries, 100 AH, sealed (2).
CD/ Radio player (1).
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Life buoy rings (1).
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Seating capacity: 7.
Extra load: 200kg.
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OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS: NAF RECEIVES 3 L-39ZA AFTER IN-COUNTRY REACTIVATION

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken over 3 L-39ZA aircraft, which were reactivated in-country by the original manufacturers of the aircraft, Messrs Aerovodochody of Czech Republic, assisted by NAF engineers and technicians. The colourful handing over ceremony, which had the Czech Republic Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Marek Skolil, in attendance, took place today, 21 June 2019, at the NAF 403 Flying Training School (403 FTS), Kano. The reactivation will ensure that the NAF increases the number of fighter pilots available to man its existing fighter jets as well as the new platforms, such as the A-29 Super Tucano and JF-17 Thunder Multi-Role Fighter, which are to be inducted into NAF inventory soon.

The Guest of Honour at the Ceremony, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar, while making his remarks, explained that the handing over of the 3 reactivated aircraft marked another milestone in NAF’s efforts to ensure that 403 FTS continues to operate optimally. He noted that the in-country reactivation of the aircraft was also done in pursuit of the overall objective to domicile all maintenance and training activities locally, thereby resulting in huge foreign exchange savings which could be channeled towards providing other facilities. The CAS emphasized that the Service, having recognized the fact that conducive atmosphere was key to ensuring that students derive maximum benefit from training institutions, had renovated and equipped classrooms; upgraded and re-equipped the map room and provided a new Computer-Based Training (CBT) Laboratory to supplement and enhance the training efforts of 403 FTS.

Air Marshal Abubakar, who also noted that the NAF was encouraged by the presence of the Czech Ambassador at the event, explained that the project was a reflection of the Czech Republic Government’s commitment to the NAF’s capacity building efforts. He added that the Service was extremely pleased with what had been achieved in just 4 months, especially the transfer of skills and expertise to NAF engineers and technicians. According to him, “the Service is looking forward to sustaining the good working relationship that has been re-established as well as having a long and fruitful partnership that is beneficial to the 2 countries. It is also my belief that we will reach a reasonable conclusion on plans to overhaul additional 6 x L-39ZA aircraft”, he added.

The CAS seized the opportunity to thank the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, for giving priority attention to NAF’s efforts in maintaining current platforms and equipment as well as the support given to NAF to acquire new platforms such as the A-29 Super Tucano, JF-17 aircraft as well as additional Mi-35M and Agusta A-109 Power helicopters. He reiterated the unalloyed loyalty and commitment of the Service to continue to support the Federal Government in its policy thrust of providing security, improving the economy and fighting corruption. Air Marshal Abubakar also commended the Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command as well as the Commander 403 FTS and his team of instructors, engineers, technicians and other supporting staff for their efforts at ensuring quality training for student fighter pilots and providing serviceable aircraft that can support and sustain training. He equally lauded the Chiefs of Aircraft Engineering and Logistics for providing the leadership and direction that ensured the success of the reactivation process.

In his remarks, the Czech Republic Ambassador traced the history of the long standing cordial relationship between Nigeria and Czech Republic since independence, especially the various contributions in terms of military technical assistance, equipment and training. He especially noted the supply of the L-29 aircraft, which were used for training as well as combat operations during the Nigerian Civil War. He noted that this paved way for the acquisition of the L-39ZA, which has been used extensively by the NAF for training over the past 33 years and, more recently, for operations in the Northeast. Mr Skolil expressed his delight that Aerovodochody, which has been in the Aviation Industry for over 100 years, had completed the reactivation programme on time as well as to specification. He said the Company has continued to evolve with changing technologies and recently launched the first prototype of the latest version of the L-39, the L-39Next Generation (L-39NG), which would be available for acquisition by the NAF at a reduced cost since modernization elements in the existing L-39s would not be phased out with their airframes but transferred to the new L-39NG.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Commander 403 FTS, Air Commodore Nnamdi Ananaba, highlighted that the reactivation of the 3 aircraft had commenced a few months after the graduation ceremony of Basic Flying Course 18 (BFC - 18), when the school did not have enough aircraft to accommodate an increased demand for fighter pilot training occasioned by the need to meet aircrew requirements for newly acquired platforms. He lauded the CAS, who, he said, in characteristic manner, declared a state of emergency and orchestrated the processes that led to the reactivation of the 3 L-39ZA aircraft, within record time, as well as the improvement of facilities in the school to accommodate a larger intake of students. At the end of the ceremony, an acceptance flight, which featured some aerobatic maneuveres, was conducted on the newly reactivated aircraft.

IBIKUNLE DARAMOLA
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

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