PAF to Acquire Fighter Jets from Korea

**ronki** · February 4th, 2013 02:26 PM

I think nagpadala na ang PAF ng mga pilots sa SK para i-train eh.

**Altis6453** · February 4th, 2013 03:02 PM

Originally Posted by Tj_abs

Parang analog vs digital hehe. Problem pa natin is logistics/ after service. Mahal mag maintain ng ganitong air craft. Much cheaper siguro kung missile na lang ang develope natin

The PH has a long way to go before it's able to get SAM or SSM technology. For now, being able to train pilots and ground personnel to handle more sophisticated jets is the roadmap to building a credible defense over our skies.

**desmosedici** · February 4th, 2013 09:45 PM

Deym leave some money for a bundle of Exocets. Don't care for overpriced aircraft but they better make sure whatever aircraft they get is capable of carrying Exocets.

**Altis6453** · February 5th, 2013 12:53 PM

Originally Posted by desmosedici

Deym leave some money for a bundle of Exocets. Don't care for overpriced aircraft but they better make sure whatever aircraft they get is capable of carrying Exocets.

Based on publicly available info, the Golden Eagles are not equiped to handle the Exocet weapon system.

**desmosedici** · February 5th, 2013 06:08 PM

Originally Posted by Altis6453

Based on publicly available info, the Golden Eagles are not equiped to handle the Exocet weapon system.

Do you know what these birds can pack in terms of long range anti ship capability?

**JohnM** · February 5th, 2013 06:31 PM

Originally Posted by desmosedici

Do you know what these birds can pack in terms of long range anti ship capability?

According to wiki none as of now. The only AGM mentioned was the Maverick. That's why we still need MRFs after the LIFTs.

**desmosedici** · February 5th, 2013 09:33 PM

Originally Posted by desmosedici

Do you know what these birds can pack in terms of long range anti ship capability?

Mavericks are for tanks. PAF should buy the appropriate weapons to counter what's on the threat board.

**Altis6453** · February 5th, 2013 10:30 PM

Originally Posted by desmosedici

Mavericks are for tanks. PAF should buy the appropriate weapons to counter what's on the threat board.

There's a source online which says that a variant of the Maverick, the AGM 65F is the anti-ship version being used by the US Navy. The max effective range is about 22 km, so it's not quite long range.

We should have moderate expectations with the Golden Eagle jets since its primary purpose is for training. Its ability to mount more sophisticated missiles doesn't make it a frontline fighter or one intended for interdiction missions.

**Monseratto** · February 5th, 2013 10:56 PM

Since the Golden Eagle is a bastard twin of the F-16... It may be modified carry the AGM 84 Harpoon anti-ship missle. Cost of one missle= USD 1 million a pop.

**JohnM** · February 6th, 2013 09:51 AM

The Harpoon is also almost twice as heavy as the Maverick which further degrades the FA50's already unimpressive range.

Originally Posted by Altis6453

We should have moderate expectations with the Golden Eagle jets since its primary purpose is for training. Its ability to mount more sophisticated missiles doesn't make it a frontline fighter or one intended for interdiction missions.

Yep it's a trainer that also happens to be able to carry missiles, radar, and a gun. Vote wisely if you want the PAF to get an MRF as it is slated to be purchased in the next administration ;)