Military and Aviation News Thread (NO DISCUSSION)

[tomcatter]

A very clear explanation, so thanks,.

Just a doubt, when the missile changes it´s PRF, it is to a higher frequency?

Thanks for share your knowledge with us.

[GGTharos]

The PRF will usually go from HPRF to MPRF for terminal guidance.

[shagrat]

Ok, I'm wrong ( no expert, definitely) it is the data link feed guiding the missile, mixed that up, but I understood METEOR ( with Typhoon and Gripen) is the first dual-link missile. As you said the missile can get updates during flight, I understood even change targets through the 2-way link. Now as the data link is a "picture" generated, updated and shared by all aircraft on the same net, the wingmen can use their radar to update target information well out of engagememt range of the enemy aircraft, and relay the target data to the METEOR through the data link...

[shagrat]

...I can't find the video about that EF2000, showing that capability. Ok, I guess it won't be already implemented, as the METEOR suffered considerable delays, but current schedule is "until" 2017, as far as I've read.

Still I'm quite shure other aircraft and updated missile will quickly implement similar features.

[GGTharos]

M-Link and the data-link that's fed to the aircraft are not the same thing.

 

So, maybe newest missiles can use a proper data-link, I don't know. :)

[shagrat]

I guess they just use the data-link feed for updated picture and the M-link to update the missile course... At least that would make sense.

Anyway, with the current estimates of NEZ for the METEOR of more than 3 times higher than "normal" missiles, it is an impressive stand off weapon... more like a cruise missile on steroids against air targets. :D

Edited October 4, 2014 by shagrat

[Darkwolf]

Thank you for taking the time to explain things, GGtharos :thumbup::thumbup:

[Bruce_D]

GRIPEN NG will have Wide Display

 

 

 

http://www.defesanet.com.br/gripenbrazil/noticia/17060/EXCLUSIVE-%E2%80%93-GRIPEN-NG-will-have--Wide-Display-/

[Emu]

GRIPEN NG will have Wide Display

 

 

 

http://www.defesanet.com.br/gripenbrazil/noticia/17060/EXCLUSIVE-%E2%80%93-GRIPEN-NG-will-have--Wide-Display-/

I actually think the Gripen E cockpit looks better, especially the HUD. Maybe it's just the photos.

[Python]

I agree, I like it more as it is, I guess the Swedish air force care more about functionality than aesthetics... weird ;)

 

Also, my post seemed to disappear during the down time, but an F-15D crashed close to home in Lincolnshire (UK) yesterday, the single pilot got out okay.

 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-29544064

[Emu]

No ... nothing like that at all for the 120 or the Meteor.

Typhoons have used an AIM-120C5 with 3rd party designation if that's what we're talking about. The firing aircraft has remained passive throughout.

 

http://ukarmedforcescommentary.blogspot.co.uk/p/eurofighter-typhoon.html

 

Here's a more official link:

 

http://www.eurofighter.com/news-and-events/2009/04/unique-amraam-firing-with-eurofighter-typhoon

 

News | Apr 1, 2009

 

Yesterday we saw the success of a unique AMRAAM firing trial at Moron Air base in Southern Spain. The trial was the result of close cooperation between the Spanish and British Flight Test Centres of EADS CASA and BAE Systems, under guidance of Eurofighter GmbH, using Eurofighter Typhoons IPA4 and IPA5 - Spanish and British aircraft respectively.

 

The objective of the testing was to fire the AMRAAM missile from a Eurofighter Typhoon whilst its radar was in passive mode and thus “invisible” for Electronic Support Measures (ESM) Systems. The necessary target data for the missile was acquired by the radar of a second Eurofighter Typhoon and transmitted using the Multi Functional Information Distribution System (MIDS). Both aircraft were separated by quite a distance in range.

 

This scenario is especially relevant for Eurofighter Typhoon’s Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air combat capability against high level threats, including Low Observable aircraft.

 

Spain’s IPA4 led the trial as the “firer”, while IPA5 as the “cooperator” illuminated the target with its radar active. This trial is the first known testing of its kind and is the first missile firing that Spain has participated in as part of the Eurofighter Typhoon programme, building on their previous flight test work which includes Meteor environmental testing and air-to-ground weapon trials.

 

The complex test was meticulously planned over several months and involved a large team of experts from across all partner nations as well as the US, who provided support for the exercise. The trial took place at a closed range in Southern Spain using a Mirach drone.

 

The 2-way link on the Meteors will also tell the launch party when the seeker has acquired the target and is self-guiding. Not sure whether it's the same for AMRAAMs.

Edited October 11, 2014 by Emu

[GripenNG]

I actually think the Gripen E cockpit looks better, especially the HUD. Maybe it's just the photos.

 

I have to say that the standard three displays look a lot better than the WAD option. But maybe it´s just because its still in photoshop.

[Darkwolf]

I'm really sad for future virtual pilot.

 

in 20 years... shooting aircraft in modern simulator will be so boring.... :P

[nscode]

A tragic event not far from where I live today. A brand new SkyLeader 600 crashed during an opening ceremony for a new private airport. The airport owner who flew it and one passenger were killed.

 

The crash was captured on video that can be found here.

[Yurgon]

A tragic event not far from where I live today. A brand new SkyLeader 600 crashed during an opening ceremony for a new private airport. The airport owner who flew it and one passenger were killed.

 

The crash was captured on video that can be found here.

 

RIP :(

 

What happened? In the video it looks like a steady climb until full right rudder kicks in, causing the plane to plummet to the ground from too low an altitude to recover. Pilot error or malfunction? :confused:

 

Or was it climbing too steeply all along, not gaining enough airspeed?

[Pilotasso]

According to the BBC Bulgaria was to buy Eurofighters from Portugal.

 

Source:

 

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-29593405

 

:huh: :hehe:

[mwd2]

The USS Mount Whitney (US 6th Fleet flagship) has docked in Georgia’s Black Sea port of Batumi.

 

http://rt.com/news/195872-us-warship-arrives-georgia/

[FoxHoundELite]

 

IAF fighter jet Su-30MKI crashes near Pune

 

http://ibnlive.in.com/news/iaf-fighter-jet-su30mki-crashes-near-pune/506110-3-237.html

 

oopsy..glad that both pilots ejected safely

[BTTW-DratsaB]

 

IAF fighter jet Su-30MKI crashes near Pune

 

http://ibnlive.in.com/news/iaf-fighter-jet-su30mki-crashes-near-pune/506110-3-237.html

 

oopsy..glad that both pilots ejected safely

 

Woah, surreal picture.

[Shaman]

${1}

[Cibit]

According to the BBC IS are using iraqi pilots to train some of them to fly captured jet fighters including MIG21's. Wonder how long their newly formed airforce lasts:lol:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-29660029

[Emu]

According to the BBC IS are using iraqi pilots to train some of them to fly captured jet fighters including MIG21's. Wonder how long their newly formed airforce lasts:lol:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-29660029

We should start a book on whether they'll get shot down or crash first.

[NineLine]

This is probably the most efficient way for ISIS to destroy these aircraft they captured ;)

[Milli]

According to the BBC IS are using iraqi pilots to train some of them to fly captured jet fighters including MIG21's. Wonder how long their newly formed airforce lasts:lol:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-29660029

 

Easier to just download DCS World and buy the Mig-21 module. Sorted.

[FoxHoundELite]

look like the Craptor will have some fresh meal here hehe