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[Manticore]

PAF pilot at Holloman AFB.

these images were posted in key publishing back in 2006

 

[Jango]

these images were posted in key publishing back in 2006

Yup...they are from 2006.

 

[Hyperion]

9g certification, yes!

So is that a requirement for a viper pilot?

 

[fatman17]

Turkey, Pakistan hold joint air, naval forces exercises


6 March 2013


The Turkish and Pakistani military forces have initiated two joint military exercises, a naval operations exercise and an air force cooperation drill, beginning on Monday Today`s Zaman reported.

According to a statement released by the General Staff, the combined naval military exercise code-named "Aman-2013," being held at the invitation of the Pakistani naval forces, will be conducted from March 4 to 8 in the Indian Ocean. The aim of the exercise is "to show a common determination against terrorist and criminal events in a naval operating area" and "to contribute to international peace and stability," as it was described in the official statement.

The aerial operation, called "Indus Viper-2013," which will be held at the Mushaf Air Base in the Punjab province of Pakistan, is to take place between March 4 and 18. The goal of the operation is "to contribute to the development of military cooperation between Turkish and Pakistani air forces, to develop coordination between the participating elements of the operation and to improve information and experience sharing on different types of aircraft and armament."

Turkey will participate in the naval exercise with the frigate TCG Gokova (F-496), one underwater defense and one underwater assault team and two staff officers. Various units from Australia, Bangladesh, China, England, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the United States will also participate, according to the General Staff statement.

Five Turkish F-16 fighter jets will join the air force exercise. A previous Indus Viper operation took place at the Mushaf Air Base in 2008.

would love to get info on DCAT of this meet

 

[fatman17]

BLR Aerospace Delivers 600 FastFin® Systems To Date;

Expands Military Footprint.

Source: BLR Aerospace

Created: March 4, 2013

Sales increased over 30 percent in 2012


Bell Helicopter has made the FastFin System standard on new Bell 412 EPs.

LAS VEGAS, Nev., March 4, 2013 — BLR Aerospace opens Heli-Expo 2013 with 600 FastFin® Tail Rotor Enhancement and Stability Systems sold to date, and a rapidly expanding military presence. Overall, the company continues to deliver strong growth. Sales increased over 30 percent in 2012, and BLR’s global military footprint skyrocketed with large fleet-wide conversion sales to Colombia, Peru, Pakistan, and the Philippines. Attendees are encouraged to visit BLR Aerospace throughout the convention at Exhibit N3724, where details on FastFin technology, performance improvement, and return on investment calculations will be shared.

Colombia has purchased nearly 60 systems to date as a part of a military cross-branch upgrade initiative, including the presidential fleet, and is currently the world’s largest fleet operator of the FastFin System. Additionally, the Pakistan Air Force, the Peruvian National Police and the Philippine Air Force have commenced fleet-wide FastFin upgrade programs, ordering a combined 55 systems in the last twelve months.

“FastFin has established a position as a must-have technology for a range of missions,” said BLR Vice President of Sales and Marketing Dave Marone. “Those who test the system consistently decide to add it to their fleets, and would not want to fly without it. Our friends at Bell Helicopter have made it standard on new Bell 412 EPs.”

Other military operators include: The Austrian Air Force (Bell 212), the Jordan Air Force, the Turkish Air Force (UH-1H), the United States Navy (UH-1N), and the United States Department of State (Huey II). The Canadian National Defense Force has completed a flight test with the FastFin System for use on its fleet of military Bell 412s (Griffin).

With FastFin installed, most operators realize between a 10 and 90 percent increase in useful load depending on specific model and density altitude. The FastFin system includes two parallel stall strips, known as Dual Tailboom Strakes, on the tailboom and a reshaped vertical fin. FastFin optimizes airflow around the tailboom, dramatically improving tail rotor authority and wind azimuth tolerance. FastFin also improves aircraft stability, positively impacting operating costs and cycle fatigue in structures and demands on tail rotor rotating components. FastFin is widely certified and available for most Bell Mediums.

About BLR Aerospace

BLR Aerospace is focused on Performance Innovation. With certified performance improvements flying on over 4,000 airframes, BLR proudly serves the civilian and military turbine helicopter, turboprop, and general aviation market segments worldwide.

Note: BLR is no longer known as Boundary Layer Research and appreciates the news media’s support in accurately using the BLR Aerospace name.

 

[fatman17]

Saturday, March 09, 2013


PAF ready to meet all challenges: air chief

Staff Report

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force chief on Friday said we must be ready to respond to any internal and external security threats.

Air Chief Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt inspected one of the main operational air base, in connection with a series of inspection visits of various commands and bases in order to carry out operational evaluation of the PAF installations, equipment and support units. Upon his arrival at the base, a smartly turned out contingent presented guard of honour. The air chief reviewed the parade, and addressed a joint gathering of the airmen. While addressing the base personnel, he said, “Besides focusing on and maintaining the highest professional standards, there is a need for the PAF to prepare to meet the security challenges both internal and external.”

The air chief emphasised upon the commanders to put in more efforts in improving the quality of living of the airmen. He also visited the deployed army units and appreciated their sense of duty and morale and contribution towards PAF’s combat readiness.

The air chief was briefed on the role and task of the various units with a focus on operational and administrative tasks and various projects of infrastructure development being carried out at the base.

Later, the air chief visited various squadrons and installations where he interacted with the airmen.

 

[Jango]

Saturday, March 09, 2013


PAF ready to meet all challenges: air chief

Staff Report

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force chief on Friday said we must be ready to respond to any internal and external security threats.

Air Chief Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt inspected one of the main operational air base, in connection with a series of inspection visits of various commands and bases in order to carry out operational evaluation of the PAF installations, equipment and support units. Upon his arrival at the base, a smartly turned out contingent presented guard of honour. The air chief reviewed the parade, and addressed a joint gathering of the airmen. While addressing the base personnel, he said, “Besides focusing on and maintaining the highest professional standards, there is a need for the PAF to prepare to meet the security challenges both internal and external.”

The air chief emphasised upon the commanders to put in more efforts in improving the quality of living of the airmen. He also visited the deployed army units and appreciated their sense of duty and morale and contribution towards PAF’s combat readiness.

The air chief was briefed on the role and task of the various units with a focus on operational and administrative tasks and various projects of infrastructure development being carried out at the base.

Later, the air chief visited various squadrons and installations where he interacted with the airmen.

Jacobabad?

 

[Windjammer]

Jacobabad?

No 9 Squadron F-16A in the back ground going through MLU. !!

 

[Windjammer]

 

[Jango]

No 9 Squadron F-16A in the back ground going through MLU. !!

Isn't the F-16 sent to Turkey or US for MLU?

 

[Windjammer]

Isn't the F-16 sent to Turkey or US for MLU?

I believe some work is also carried out in the house, if you look at the F-16, top of the nose just in front of the windscreen, it's supporting the new antennas....one of the features on the upgraded older F-16s.

@Oscar, if you have had your corn flakes, your input would be very valuable. !!

 

[Jango]

@Oscar, if you have had your corn flakes, your input would be very valuable. !!

BTW, isn't that a F-16 B?

 

[Windjammer]

BTW, isn't that a F-16 B?

Yes my bad, it's a dual seater. !!

 

[SQ8]

@Oscar, if you have had your corn flakes, your input would be very valuable. !!

Still munching on granola..
And it look more like an indepth visit rather than a MLU..

 

[umair86pk]

MLU contract with TAI has a stipulation that TAI will train PAC tech people on MLU to be conducted at PAC after initial 3 aircrafts upgraded in Turkey.

Still munching on granola..
And it look more like an indepth visit rather than a MLU..

It looks like that aircraft is in finishing stage after MLU.