Top Ten Air Forces In The World - Page 3

Anon · 03-31-2005, 22:50 PM

Not if you're discussing it to validate my selection of Sweden in the top 10 airforces of the world.

Dima · 04-01-2005, 00:52 AM

well, actually, that's why i mentioned it, because the Gripen is one the premier light fighter aircraft in the world, it can fill in so many roles and is has the lowest maintenance costs of the F-16, itself, MiG-29, and Mirage 2000, all of these aircraft involved in the Indian tender for 126 aircraft ro replace their flying coffins

i believe that Sweden belongs in that group, what about Canada we have some 90-110 F/A-18's, i think, where would we fit?

Anon · 04-01-2005, 09:18 AM

Canada?

I dunno, 25th maybe?

Dima · 04-02-2005, 01:02 AM

really? why? our pilots aren't that bad

ajaybhutani · 04-02-2005, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dima

well, actually, that's why i mentioned it, because the Gripen is one the premier light fighter aircraft in the world, it can fill in so many roles and is has the lowest maintenance costs of the F-16, itself, MiG-29, and Mirage 2000, all of these aircraft involved in the Indian tender for 126 aircraft ro replace their flying coffins

they arent flying coffins.

killer · 04-02-2005, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dima

well, actually, that's why i mentioned it, because the Gripen is one the premier light fighter aircraft in the world, it can fill in so many roles and is has the lowest maintenance costs of the F-16, itself, MiG-29, and Mirage 2000, all of these aircraft involved in the Indian tender for 126 aircraft ro replace their flying coffins

i believe that Sweden belongs in that group, what about Canada we have some 90-110 F/A-18's, i think, where would we fit?

first world top Ten airforce

1. USA
2. Russia
3. Isreal
4. India
5. France
6. UK
7.China
8. Taiwan
9. Japan
10.cannot name one. take your pick.

Grippen. It is a good aircraft but is still not proven it hot desert climate unlike F-16 mirages and migs. so do not jknow how the engine will work.

Mig 21. it is a very very good plane. had bad publicity only. accident do occur in IAF as young pilots were put to it without getting any training on a AJT. it is like driving a formula 1 car after learning to drive bettle car.

ajaybhutani · 04-02-2005, 04:37 AM

Killer,
Gripens use american engines.

killer · 04-03-2005, 01:07 AM

[quote=Killer,
Gripens use american engines.[/QUOTE]

ajaybhutani

Yes Gripens uses american engines,but are they proven engines for hot climates..

Anon · 04-03-2005, 11:26 AM

"really? why? our pilots aren't that bad"

No AWACs, no jamming support, no heavy bombers(or medium bombers for that matter), few tankers, and a small overall force size.

Anon · 04-03-2005, 11:27 AM

"Yes Gripens uses american engines,but are they proven engines for hot climates.."

The F-404 engine is the same as that used by the F-117 and F-18A-D.

I'd say that yes, the F-404 is completely battle proven in hot environments(Saudi, Iraq, Kuwait).

Dima · 04-03-2005, 21:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M21Sniper

"really? why? our pilots aren't that bad"

No AWACs, no jamming support, no heavy bombers(or medium bombers for that matter), few tankers, and a small overall force size.

oh, whoops, i'm only thinking about fighters, sorry, lol

killer · 04-04-2005, 08:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by M21Sniper

"Yes Gripens uses american engines,but are they proven engines for hot climates.."

The F-404 engine is the same as that used by the F-117 and F-18A-D.

I'd say that yes, the F-404 is completely battle proven in hot environments(Saudi, Iraq, Kuwait).

THANKS FOR THE INFO.

Proud Indian · 07-29-2005, 04:49 AM

Dude wat list
AUSTRALIA? (I m an australian) BUT still aall v'v got is fa 18 and F111(ALMOST out of DATE)
Dude do ya knowwat u r talkin about

Cowboykiller · 07-29-2005, 04:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lemontree

If size counts then the Indian Air Force is the 4th largest in the World and it stand amonsgt the top ten of the world.
My list without any order:-
1. USAAF.(best)
2. Russian AF.(lacking money)
3. PLAAF.(reduced to 29 Divisions from earlier 50 Divisions)
4. Indian Air Force.
5. RAF.
6. Israeli Air Force.(the best trained)
7. French Air Force.
8. Australia
9. Luftwaffe
10. Taiwan/Japan/Spain/Italy

Sorry, but India doesn't belong in the top ten.

bigross86 · 07-29-2005, 06:44 AM

No particular order:

Israel
USA
UK
Beats me.

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03-31-2005, 22:50 PM	#31 (permalink)
Anon New Member Join Date: 08-03-03 Posts: 0	Not if you're discussing it to validate my selection of Sweden in the top 10 airforces of the world.

04-01-2005, 09:18 AM	#33 (permalink)
Anon New Member Join Date: 08-03-03 Posts: 0	Canada? I dunno, 25th maybe?

04-02-2005, 01:02 AM	#34 (permalink)
Dima Contributor Join Date: 01-27-05 Posts: 434	really? why? our pilots aren't that bad

04-02-2005, 04:37 AM	#37 (permalink)
ajaybhutani *Senior Contributor* Join Date: 09-05-04 Posts: 2,100	Killer, Gripens use american engines.

04-03-2005, 01:07 AM	#38 (permalink)
killer Regular Join Date: 03-26-05 Posts: 37	[quote=Killer, Gripens use american engines.[/QUOTE] ajaybhutani Yes Gripens uses american engines,but are they proven engines for hot climates..

04-03-2005, 11:26 AM	#39 (permalink)
Anon New Member Join Date: 08-03-03 Posts: 0	"really? why? our pilots aren't that bad" No AWACs, no jamming support, no heavy bombers(or medium bombers for that matter), few tankers, and a small overall force size.

04-03-2005, 11:27 AM	#40 (permalink)
Anon New Member Join Date: 08-03-03 Posts: 0	"Yes Gripens uses american engines,but are they proven engines for hot climates.." The F-404 engine is the same as that used by the F-117 and F-18A-D. I'd say that yes, the F-404 is completely battle proven in hot environments(Saudi, Iraq, Kuwait).

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