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The most logical answer is to pursue J-10B on priority basis with the addition of additional JF-17s as Winjammer pointed out. The reason I say so is because India will have 12 Rafales by the end of 2012.

Indeed, I had a hunch this would be the case with Rafale. EF if my memory serves right refused to give such an offer.

haha. BAE is a bit risky at this point. Share price is going down a bit may fall further if it is confirmed Rafale was chosen. It would be a wise choice if we know for certain or maybe a hint that the next 80 would go to EF :P

I think cost was never an issue with J-10B as China would be providing some level of assistance in the form of long term financial assistance. It was more to do with what IAF would procure and how to respond to that decision.

:lol: I did look it up. I think BAE is up 1 %

True, the next logical step for PAF is to pursue J-10B on priority basis and perhaps increase the amount of JF-17s to be procured. I think the only reason PAF delayed it's purchase was to see who IAF would choose.

False Alarm folks... India Rafale deal not yet signed - French source Jan 31 (Reuters) - A French source close to the matter said on Tuesday that India had not yet signed a contract to buy Dassault Aviation Rafale fighter jets, though a step forward had been taken. Dassault has placed the...

me too. lol. Would have made millions today.

That made my day sardar jee. :rofl:

Yup, like I said huge boost for Dassault. Just like winning a 10.5 billion USD lottery. :)

Both EF and Rafale are in the running for a contract with UAE. PAF has a long history with UAE and Saudi.

Regardless, this will be a big boost for Rafale and huge turn around in fortune for Dassault. It was really struggling over the years this may lead to potential new contracts with UAE or possibly others. Not only for them but for France as well.

I maybe wrong here. I'm not exactly sure. I think interests was shown but opted out later citing cos Something did happen in the 90s when Rafale sought customers.

Rafale was evaluated extensively by PAF due to blockage by US over F-16s. PAF did not opt for it citing costs. EF was not.

Another valid point. This hurdle may have tilted IAF to towards Rafale and eventually chose it. However, I still believe past relationship with Dassault and France may have had higher consideration.

Dude, some advice for you. Never underestimate your opponent. The day you do. You're gone.

I agree with you to some extent. Decision may have been in line with cost, reliability and no strings attached policy of Dassault and France plus as you pointed out possibility of further upgrades to it. Not to mention India's past relationship with Dassault. Nonetheless, I think all...

Where did I say we have Eurofighter? it is a well known fact that Eurofighter is deemed as closest in comparison to a 5th generation fighter. Anyways, it's good for PAF as we have had some exposure to Rafale.

Congrats to the Indians. Shocking decision though. Eurofighter is superior by all means.

Barricaded is when police step in and there is permission to stop traffic from entering into a specific area prior to rally or event that falls within the law. This was blatant breach of traffic laws. Again, actions speak louder than words. Had it been APML I would be against it even then. I'm...