Indradhanush 2015 - IAF-RAF Exercise - PHOTOS!!!

[skysthelimit]

Indian Air Force C-17A Globemaster CB-8008 EGXC 170715

I propose we christen it "Ghatotkach"

 

[Storm Force]

iMPRESSIVE INDIAN AIR POWER IN UK

 

[Kompromat]

IAF has no single seat MKIs?

 

[FNFAL]

IAF has no single seat MKIs?

any su30 will be twin seat

 

[Stephen Cohen]

IAF has no single seat MKIs?

No ; all MKIs are Twin seaters to enable the pilot focus on flying
and Weapon System officer to do fire away his armaments

 

[Capt.Popeye]

any su30 will be twin seat

LOL, some guys here seem to hardly read the posts here.....Single-seat Su-30s; Holy Musa !!

 

[Kompromat]

LOL, some guys here seem to hardly read the posts here.....Single-seat Su-30s; Holy Musa !!

I thought MKI would have a single seat version as well.

 

[FNFAL]

LOL, some guys here seem to hardly read the posts here.....Single-seat Su-30s; Holy Musa !!

Let not be harsh...you can always learn a new thing each day

I thought MKI would have a single seat version as well.

Su30 has it roots in the Su27UB trainer. In essence it started out as a long range two crew plane back in late 80s.

 

[Kompromat]

Let not be harsh...you can always learn a new thing each day
Su30 has it roots in the Su27UB trainer. In essence it started out as a long range two crew plane back in late 80s.

I always knew that it was a long range strike variant with a tandem seat etc. I was under the impression that IAF would have single seat air dominance variant, given the outstanding maneuverability of this aircraft.

 

[FNFAL]

I always knew that it was a long range strike variant with a tandem seat etc. I was under the impression that IAF would have single seat air dominance variant, given the outstanding maneuverability of this aircraft.

Aah..The MKI is actually ar Su30M , which was always a multi role/mission Af. You could find its bro from the western sphere- the F15E strike eagle. When the need comes, You can fight your way in-deliver firepower in enemy territory and fight your way out.
The single seaters would be more relegated to the purely interceptor/air dominance version such as other flankers or F15c

 

[Koovie]

Fighters with canards are just so hot !!!!!

I always knew that it was a long range strike variant with a tandem seat etc. I was under the impression that IAF would have single seat air dominance variant, given the outstanding maneuverability of this aircraft.

The IAF prefers a two seat layout for its heavier fighters. The FGFA are envisaged to have the same 2 men layout.

 

[jaiind]

In order to make the SU 30 mki as a single seat variant,it must have to incorporate the DSI tech

 

[Akasa]

I thought MKI would have a single seat version as well.

It does; it's called the J-15.

 

[ZooZoo]

I always knew that it was a long range strike variant with a tandem seat etc. I was under the impression that IAF would have single seat air dominance variant, given the outstanding maneuverability of this aircraft.

Su30 is derived from Su27.. All Su30 in world are 2 seater...

This is Su30 Family

Sukhoi Su-30 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia



The Single Seat version of Su30 is not in market yet...

 

[Hindustani78]

Ministry of Defence
31-July, 2015 15:21 IST
Indian Air Force (IAF) Contingent Set to Return Home on Completion of Exercise Indradhanush

1. Having ‘touched the sky with glory’ in consonance with the motto of the Indian Air Force (IAF) “Nabhah Sparsham Deeptam”, the air warriors of IAF are now set to return home after successful completion of the Indo-UK bilateral air exercise, Indradhanush. This was the fourth edition of Ex-Indradhanush which commenced at UK on 21 Jul 15. Different elements of the IAF contingent operated from separate Royal Air Force (RAF) bases – The Sukhois from Corningsby, combat support elements from Brize Norton and the Garud special forces from Hunnington. The exercise comes to a close today. The C-130J flew out of Brize Norton on 30 July as necessary equipment is required for receiving the rest of the contingent at intermediate bases.

2. The IAF team has flown combat training missions along with RAF, involving contemporary tactics. The two air forces also operate common combat support platforms, namely the Globemaster and the Super Hercules. Mutual exchange of ideas as regards operational philosophy for tactical and strategic missions has provided invaluable learning for both sides. The IAF Garud regiment of Special Forces is operating with the RAF regiment in various aspects of training. The troops practiced various missions in urban warfare which also included combat missions in a near-realistic scenario.

3. The bonhomie amongst personnel on both sides has been exceptional and in the true spirit of a bilateral exercise. The Air warriors of the IAF have been performing exceptionally well, demonstrating their high standards of training, Operational preparedness, flexibility and adaptability. The RAF had been very forthcoming in meeting all operational, maintenance and administrative requirements of the IAF contingent. Needless to say, the learning value from this interaction has been immense.