RSAF will never replace all those 3 aircrafts at one go.Originally posted by SibeiSuayKia:i mean the F-5 T , A4-SU and F-16...
nothing to discuss actually when the SAF hasn't even decided on what aircraft to getOriginally posted by OrneryBoy:such topics are not wise to put at discussion..
USA will do things at the 11th hour, I won't be surprise that they are doing it again. AARAAM, they wun give until we are in direct threat like Taiwan (I wish to refrain as it is quite senitive issue)Originally posted by esesce:Well we already know that either the Eurofighter, F15T or Rafale will replace the A4. My guess is that they will first phase out the A4 gradually. Once all have been replaced, then they will wait & see.
If the new jet performs up to their expectations, then they will start to phase out the F5. Considering it takes time to train pilots for the new jets, I have a feeling the F5 will be around for at least another 6 to 7 years.
BAE seems more willing to share technology & provide all weapons including BVRAAM & Stormshadow. The US AFAIK still has not handed over AMRAAM missiles & have opted to do so only when there is a need. That plus I think its really unwise to get all our jets from one country. As for the French, well I dunno, I'm guessing there must be a reason who several countries decided not to get the Rafale after shortlisting it.
The US has already relaeased AMRAAMS to both singapore and thailand.Originally posted by sbst275:USA will do things at the 11th hour, I won't be surprise that they are doing it again. AARAAM, they wun give until we are in direct threat like Taiwan (I wish to refrain as it is quite senitive issue)
You still want to be cheated by European makers after the Fennec that is rarely used in the end other than for training?
Kindly explain how they "cheated" us of the Fennec.Originally posted by sbst275:You still want to be cheated by European makers after the Fennec that is rarely used in the end other than for training?
Why it is always that the NGF is replacing the A-4 directly? Base on the current specs of the contenders, it is more like the F-16C/Ds is going to replace the A-4 current role in the RSAF while NGF is going to fill up the gap left by the F-16. Thus indirectly, the NGF is replacing the A-4SU. I think it is more appropriate if the F-16 replace the role of the A-4SU while making way for better air superiority fighters.Originally posted by esesce:Well we already know that either the Eurofighter, F15T or Rafale will replace the A4. My guess is that they will first phase out the A4 gradually. Once all have been replaced, then they will wait & see.
Well if you recall, one A4 squadron was replaced by F16C/D. And the official statement from RSAF is that they are looking for a replacement for the A4. That's why the Typhoon/Rafale/Eagle are refered to as A4 replacements.Originally posted by foxtrout8:Why it is always that the NGF is replacing the A-4 directly? Base on the current specs of the contenders, it is more like the F-16C/Ds is going to replace the A-4 current role in the RSAF while NGF is going to fill up the gap left by the F-16. Thus indirectly, the NGF is replacing the A-4SU. I think it is more appropriate if the F-16 replace the role of the A-4SU while making way for better air superiority fighters.
Currently, 20 F-16 ordered 4 years ago is replacing (had replaced?) an old A-4 squardron and i believe the replacement will continue this way.
My two cents worth.
black knights using a mix of A4SU and F16'sOriginally posted by SibeiSuayKia:will we be selling the A4-SU to other countries?
or will we keeping them in war storage?
regarding F-5 ..
will the F-5 interceptor aircraft have problems engaging SU-30 mkm?
if both pilots same skill
will RSAF 's black knights aerobatics change planes oso?
since they using A4-SU
Thats the official statement, but i beg to differ. However if you will to read my explaination, the NGF will replace the A4 but not directly. Does it in a way go in line with the statement?Originally posted by esesce:Well if you recall, one A4 squadron was replaced by F16C/D. And the official statement from RSAF is that they are looking for a replacement for the A4. That's why the Typhoon/Rafale/Eagle are refered to as A4 replacements.
Isit? Not that i know.Originally posted by |-|05|:Anyway singapore has pulled out of the F35 program.
Which source is that?Originally posted by |-|05|:black knights using a mix of A4SU and F16's
Anyway singapore has pulled out of the F35 program.
where did you get that info from?Originally posted by sbst275:It has been said that F-5 will be replaced together with A-4 when it is possible as bth are also ending their service age.
Only 2 types of fighter jets will be used in future.
I agree on this, RSAF says its a replacement BUT it isn't a replacement in an operational sense.Originally posted by foxtrout8:Thats the official statement, but i beg to differ. However if you will to read my explaination, the NGF will replace the A4 but not directly. Does it in a way go in line with the statement?