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Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.

still pretty, even with that ugly hump

 

[TR_123456]

Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.

still pretty, even with that ugly hump

BAAZ?

 

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BAAZ?

Yup, means "falcon/hawk''in Urdu.

 

[Gessler]

Maritime Strike Jaguar with AGM-84L Harpoon Block-II

 

[Nilgiri]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1722883746058403989

Well Embraer and Mahindra are making their moves now

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1755880596302168554

 

[Aestas Vivax]

Dive into the evolution of the Mig 29, from its inception as a heavyweight fighter to its role as a nimble air superiority craft. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of the Mig 29 in the Indian Air Force, from its crucial role during the Kargil conflict to its latest upgrade, the UPG variant. Discover how this upgrade has transformed the Mig-29 into a formidable force, boasting enhanced range, cutting-edge avionics, and superior combat capabilities. With insights into its advanced weaponry integration and ongoing development, witness why the Mig-29 UPG stands as India's ultimate airborne defender, earning its title as the "Smokey Bandit" of the skies.

still pretty, even with that ugly hump

Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?

 

[Gessler]

Via IAF Twitter

 

[Nilgiri]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1757641343239922174

 

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Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?

No idea, my best guess would be they're to be decommissioned in around a decade from now ?

 

[Zapper]

Any Idea if there might be any more upgrades like the Planned Super Flanker Program? Or is it going to be decommissioned soon?

No idea, my best guess would be they're to be decommissioned in around a decade from now ?

Unlikely to upgrade the Mig-29s'. IN seems to be getting the Rafale-M and IAF's love for foreign maal will only want them get more Rafales. Hopefully, GoI doesn't screw up like the Mirage 2k and actually sets up a production line for the combined requirement of IN and IAF

 

[Nilgiri]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1758317945237966938

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1758379593285673260

 

[Gessler]

No word on numbers but the HPRs are worth $720 million and AD guns worth $850 million.

https://aninews.in/news/national/general-news/ccs-clears-rs-13000-crore-iaf-projects-for-high-power-radars20240222200649/

HPR:

L&T CIWS (Sudarshan):

 

[Gessler]

HPR:

Correction, it appears the HPR that was cleared for procurement now is an interim one, Israeli IP manufactured by L&T.

The indigenous HPR (ground based version of LRMFR) is probably still a few years away.

 

[Nilgiri]

There's a mig 29 engine upgrade coming up apparently

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1760858741380206783

 

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Continued Delayed Procurements Will Hurt India's Preparedness Against China

Continued Delayed Procurements Will Hurt India's Preparedness Against China

As India and China stare down each other in various locations in Ladakh and across LAC, it is all about how well the Indian tiger is prepare...

rbt-defense.blogspot.com

 

[Nilgiri]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1775078265725792689

 

[Nilgiri]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1778598674928734250

 

[Afif]

No word on numbers but the HPRs are worth $720 million and AD guns worth $850 million.

https://aninews.in/news/national/general-news/ccs-clears-rs-13000-crore-iaf-projects-for-high-power-radars20240222200649/

HPR:

L&T CIWS (Sudarshan):

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If Sudarshan means the same in Hindi as it in Bangla, who on earth would name a CIWS 'pretty'? ()

Anyway, does it fire programmable AB ammunitions like AHEAD?

 

[Gessler]

If Sudarshan means the same in Hindi as it in Bangla, who on earth would name a CIWS 'pretty'? ()

No, I think it has a different meaning in Hindi/Sanskrit.

Anyway, does it fire programmable AB ammunitions like AHEAD?

Yes.

 

[Zapper]

If Sudarshan means the same in Hindi as it in Bangla, who on earth would name a CIWS 'pretty'? ()

Indian missiles and weapons systems are mostly derived from Sanskrit scriptures.
In Sanskrit, "Su" means good or auspicious and "Darshan" means vision translating Sudarshan to Auspicious Vision. As per ancient Hindu scriptures, one of Lord Vishnu's weapon is a Sudarshan Charkra and it must've something to do with it too