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LOL its equally surprising that China being most populated country in the world, 2nd largest in terms of land, 2nd largest economy and also in growth (GDP), but still stuck with a 5th gen jet prototype? No engine (have to use Russian engine)? reverse engineering Russian jets? And you want to...

IAF's Rafale deal faces delay

Indeed that statement is hilarious, but, an inquiry could mean further delays in contract negotiations. I also hate the leverage of financial aid UK is trying to use to put pressure on India for the MMRCA deal.

http://www.deccanchronicle.com/channels/cities/hyderabad/rafale-aircraft-shunned-all-countries-708 Antony tells MoD to probe rafale deal | The Asian Age Eurofighter 'stands ready' to renegotiate MMRCA bid with India...

I hope this answers the question: Broadsword: The Rafale’s long flight to India

Sancho, its not a comparison of technical capabilities but life-cycle cost. Indian government wants to see if Dassault lied or quoted less price just to get Rafale selected! If Dassault did not falsify or if the news was false, then great!

I think its established that Eurofighter is much expensive than Rafale. Isn't that's why Rafale was selected? So why would anyone compare with it again? Comparison with Gripen may be because it was preferred (because it was cheaper) over Eurofighter and Rafale is Swiss competition and Russian...

MoD raises objections over Rafale’s lifecycle cost

I would hope by January 26th.

Until the MoD makes an official announcement you could take this news with a pinch of salt... Govt to soon close deal for fighter jets - Economy and Politics - livemint.com Livefist: Eurofighter Lowest Bidder In Indian MMRCA Bid, Sources Tell Newspaper

Even though you may be right in your interpretation, eventually it will be GoI and the finance dept. that has to approve the deal (price of this deal). Deviously, it may be possible that the Airforce/MoD intentionally short-listed two expensive jets knowing they would be rejected at later stages...

This may be jealousy or may be plain bitching since Russia is out of the MMRCA. But if prices balloon to double than expected then India might be forced to cancel it?

RPT-Swiss opt for Saab's Gripen fighter jets - paper | Reuters Sorry for the re-post, immaterial of what has been said by the MOD, price could be important deciding factor for MMRCA.

Sorry for the re-post

AIRSHOW-UPDATE 3-UAE says Rafale proposal 'unworkable' | Reuters Livefist: Big Bad Blow To Rafale, UAE Punches Out

Surprisingly, they don't say anything about Eurofighter's: 1) A to G capability or when or if it will ever achieve? 2) How many A to G or even A to A missiles/dumb bombs did Eurofighter drop? 3) How many of the described 'REASONS' were used by Eurofighter in the past or even in the Libya war...

If UAE is paying 10 billion for 60 Rafale jets, then how much will it cost India to get 126 or even 200? Definitely more than $10 billion :woot:

French Rafale jet deal with UAE seen by year-end-report | Reuters

Typhoon Completes 1st Phase Of Meteor Carriage Tests: Livefist: PHOTOS: Typhoon Completes 1st Phase Of Meteor Carriage Tests ---------- Post added at 11:17 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:16 PM ---------- Livefist: Eurofighter Unveils Future Roadmap For Typhoon