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India.com
5 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
Big humiliation for Turkey's Erdogan as Indonesia..., had claimed about KAAN fighter jet...
New Delhi: Turkey/Turkiye had claimed that the deal with Indonesia has been finalized regarding the KAAN fifth generation fighter aircraft. Along with this, Turkey also said that it is in talks with many countries regarding the KAAN fighter aircraft. But now a big revelation has happened. Indonesia has claimed that it has not yet finalized a deal with Turkey on the KAAN fighter jet. Indonesia's big disclosure on KAAN fighter jet deal Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan claimed in a post on X this month that Indonesia has signed a deal to buy 48 KAAN fighter jets. He had said that KAAN fighter jets will also be manufactured in Indonesia, which will also benefit Indonesia's domestic defense industry. But the Indonesian government has clarified that it has not finalised the deal for the purchase of 48 KAAN fighter jets and the number and terms of the deal are still under discussion. Indonesian newspaper Jakarta Globe has reported that Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin and Turkish Defence Industry Secretary Haluk Gorgun signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the acquisition of the jets on June 11. But the Indonesian Defence Ministry spokesman has clearly stated in a press conference that the deal has not been signed. Indonesia punctures Turkey's claim Indonesian Defence Ministry spokesman Farega Ferdinand Wenas Inkiriwang has said that 'no number is mentioned in the MoU. The 48 jets mentioned by President Erdogan is just the number of the Indonesian Air Force's needs, not the units ordered.' Apart from this, he has also said that until a legally binding contract is signed, no number or terms can be made public. This statement directly nullifies Turkey's official announcement and shows that Turkey's statement is only to create an atmosphere regarding the KAAN fighter aircraft and to show how many countries of the world are in a race to buy KAAN fighter aircraft. KAAN is Turkey's 5th Generation Fighter Jet, and it is being introduced at a time when many countries are unable to buy American F-35 Lightning II aircraft, especially Gulf countries like Saudi Arabia and UAE, which have been repeatedly blocked by the USA over security and technology transfer.
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Business Standard
10 hours ago
- General
- Business Standard
British stealth jet stays parked in Kerala days after emergency landing
A Royal Navy helicopter flew into Kerala earlier this week and unsuccessfully attempted to fix the aircraft that some experts said could be a hydraulic system failure New Delhi A British fighter jet that made an emergency landing at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala almost a week ago continues to be parked there, as of Friday. The fifth-generation stealth F-35 Lightning II, part of the United Kingdom's Royal Navy, was based on the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales before it encountered bad weather or a technical issue during a sortie on June 14. The fighter jet failed to land on the deck of the warship and diverted towards Kerala with help from the Indian Air Force (IAF). While the peacetime stranding of a foreign fighter jet is
India.com
14 hours ago
- India.com
Meet F-35B Lightning: UKs Fighter Jet That Royal Air Force Calls ‘Stealth Aircraft'; Check Role, Capabilities, And…
photoDetails english The F-35B Lightning is a 'stealth aircraft' operating alongside the Typhoon, according to the UK's Royal Air Force. It is a short take-off and vertical landing aircraft that can operate from aircraft carriers and in austere environments. Meanwhile, to bring forward a recent event, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday (June 15) informed in a post on X that a British Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram airport on Saturday night. Updated:Jun 20, 2025, 03:56 PM IST Role 1 / 10 The Royal Air Force described the fighter jet as a "multi-role machine" and added that it is capable of conducting electronic warfare, air-to-surface, air-to-air missions, and intelligence gathering simultaneously. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) Capability 2 / 10 The aircraft features advanced sensors, mission systems, and low-observable technology, also known as stealth, which allows it to operate undetected in hostile environments. Using the integrated sensors, the pilot has situational awareness of the battle space while operating the F-35B Lightning. The pilot could share the collected information with other platforms using secure data links or utilize it to employ its weapons or electronic attack capabilities. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) History 3 / 10 As per the Royal Air Force, Lockheed Martin's F-35 Lightning II is "the result of decades of development starting with the US Navy's 1983 Advanced Tactical Aircraft (ATA) program to replace the A-6 Intruder and DARPA's Advanced Short Take-Off/Vertical Landing (ASTOVL) project, aimed at creating a supersonic successor to the Harrier." The ASTOVL and ATA programs evolved, merging into the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program by 1996. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) Boeing and Lockheed Martin 4 / 10 Boeing and Lockheed Martin were entrusted to produce demonstrators for a competitive fly-off. The timeline of the production, test and delivery was such that in 2001, Lockheed Martin won the contract with its X-35, which became the F-35 Lightning II. The UK joined as a 'key partner', choosing the F-35B STOVL variant for its Harrier replacement and its Queen Elizabeth-class carriers. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) UK's First F-35 In... 5 / 10 The UK received its first F-35B in 2012, and RAF Marham was made the 'primary base' for the aircraft. In July 2012, the UK government decided to purchase an initial batch of 48 aircraft. The first of these was delivered on July 19, 2012, for trials work, a task 17 (Reserve) Squadron assumed in 2014. "617 Squadron reformed as the first front-line Lightning squadron in 2018, comprising RN and RAF personnel, followed by 207 Squadron – the Operational Conversion unit – in 2019. Lightning achieved its Initial Operational Capability (IOC) in December 2018 and became IOC (Maritime) in December 2020," the RAF's website elaborated. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) First British Pilot To Fly F-35 6 / 10 To go back a little on the timeline, Squadron Leader Steve Long became the first British pilot to fly an F-35 on January 26, 2010. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) First Operational Squadron 7 / 10 The first operational squadron, 617 Sqn, arrived in the UK in 2018. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) Joint US-UK Carrier Operations 8 / 10 US Marine Corps F-35Bs joined UK jets for training ahead of HMS (Her Majesty's Ship) Queen Elizabeth's first operational cruise in 2021, marking the start of joint UK-US carrier operations. (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X) British Royal Navy F-35B's Emergency Landing 9 / 10 In a post on X, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on June 15 (Sunday) informed that the Royal Navy F-35B fighter recovered off an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in India on the night of June 14 (Saturday). "Operating from UK Aircraft Carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, it was undertaking routine flying outside Indian ADIZ with Thiruvananthapuram earmarked as the emergency recovery airfield," the IAF said. "On having declared a diversion off an emergency, the F-35 B was detected and identified by the IAF's IACCS network and cleared for the recovery. IAF is providing all necessary support for the rectification and subsequent return of the aircraft," the IAF added. (Photo Credit: @IAF_MCC) Credits 10 / 10 Note: All information about the jet has been accessed through the UK Royal Air Force's official website (Photo Credit: @RoyalAirForce/ X)
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
F-35 fighter jets are world's most advanced and Trump offered them to India. Know its key features, cost
US President Donald Trump in a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier this year made a landmark offer to supply India with the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet. Trump announced that the new administration was ready to sell one of the top US military prizes -- F-35s. "We're also paving the way to ultimately provide India with the F-35 stealth fighters," Trump said. The proposal sparked significant interest in New Delhi as the F-35 fighter is hailed as most lethal, survivable, and connected fighter aircraft in the world. Let's try and understand what is F-35 jets, its primary variants and its key features. What is F-35 and what are its variants? The F-35A is the US Air Force's latest fifth-generation fighter. The F-35A will provide next-generation stealth, enhanced situational awareness, and reduced vulnerability for the United States and allied nations. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Neuropathy is not from Low vitamin B. Meet the Real Enemy of Neuropathy (Stop Doing This) Health Insight Journal Learn More Undo ALSO READ: VA spokesperson issues clarification on bombshell report claiming doctors can refuse treatment to Democrats According to a report in InsightsonIndia, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) is a single-seat, single-engine stealth fighter designed for multi-role combat missions. It is classified as a Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft (FGFA) with advanced stealth, electronic warfare, and sensor fusion capabilities. The multirole combat aircraft has been designed to perform air superiority, strike, electronic warfare, and intelligence-gathering missions. Live Events What are its primary variants? F-35A – Conventional takeoff and landing (U.S. Air Force). F-35B – Short takeoff/vertical landing (U.S. Marine Corps). F-35C – Carrier-based operations (U.S. Navy & Marine Corps). Who develops F-35 fighter jets? Manufactured by Lockheed Martin under a US-led multinational program. ALSO READ: VA policy change: US doctors can question veterans whether they attended Trump's rallies before treatment? What are the key features of F-35 fighter jets? Stealth Technology: Designed with radar-evading features, ensuring low observability in combat Advanced Avionics: Uses sensor fusion and AI-driven systems for superior battlefield awareness Supersonic Speed: Achieves Mach 1.6 (1,960 km/h) while maintaining stealth capabilities Network-Centric Warfare: Shares real-time tactical data with ground, naval, and aerial forces Combat Proven: Operated by multiple NATO allies, expected to remain in service until 2080s High Cost: Costs over $100 million per unit, with lifetime operational costs exceeding $2 trillion ALSO READ: American Express hints at a big upgrade to its Platinum Credit card in 'largest investment ever' F-35 is world's most advanced fighter jet Renowned for its ability to operate undetected at supersonic speeds, F-35 is world's most advanced fighter jet. It boasts advanced electronic warfare systems, open architecture, sophisticated sensors, and exceptional information fusion capabilities. These features allow the jet to detect and engage targets at long ranges, making it a formidable asset in modern aerial combat. It has been embraced by numerous allied nations, making it a truly global asset: Australia operates 72 F-35A jets. The United Kingdom, Italy, and Norway are program partner nations that have integrated the F-35 into their fleets, according to India Today.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
What IAF said about British F-35 fighter jet's emergency landing in Kerala
After a British F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Sunday, the Indian Air Force (IAF) said it was fully aware of the landing and added that it facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons. "A normal occurrence of diversion by F-35. The IAF is fully aware and facilitated the aircraft for flight safety reasons," an IAF spokesperson was quoted as saying by PTI news agency in a brief statement. The spokesperson further added that all assistance is being given and that the Indian Air Force is coordinating with all agencies. Also Read | Why a British F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing in Kerala's Trivandrum airport The British F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala on Saturday night, reportedly due to low fuel and rough sea conditions. As reported by Hindustan Times, the F-35 jet reportedly took off from a British aircraft carrier around 100 nautical miles from the Indian coast. It sought permission from the airport authorities and landed safely around 9:30 pm on Saturday. Also Read | IAF Apache helicopter makes 'emergency landing' in Punjab's Nangalpur An emergency was declared at the airport to ensure the jet landed safely. The jet is currently at the airport and is awaiting the necessary permission from Indian authorities after refuelling. 'The jet is currently at the airport and the refuelling has been completed. It will be allowed to depart after requisite permission from the Indian authorities,' an airport official said, requesting anonymity. Also Read | Air India flight makes emergency landing in Thailand's Phuket after passenger finds bomb threat note on board The F-35 Lightning II, developed by Lockheed Martin in the US and used by key NATO allies, including the United Kingdom, is one of the most advanced fighter jets in service globally.
