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Malaysia weighs Boeing, Sukhoi bids for next fighter deal
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Reply #60 IceMallet's post
not scared. it just that malaysian have a deep sense of loyalty to their political parties and would willingly sever ties and even sacrifice their lives for their political parties. little do they know that political party leaders either backbencher or the opposition, are almost all best of buddies 
I've seen enough of politics destroying a community.
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Monday, December 19, 2005. Issue 3319. Page 7.
Thailand Inks Deal for 12 Fighters
By Lyuba Pronina
Staff Writer
Irkut
Bangkok is wrapping up its first-ever arms deal with Russia, which includes a dozen Sukhoi-30 fighter jets.
Russia has signed a preliminary agreement to sell $500 million worth of military aircraft to Thailand in what would be the first such deal with the traditional U.S. arms client.
"We signed a memorandum for 12 Sukhoi-30MKMs during President Vladimir Putin's visit [last week] to Malaysia," a senior official at Irkut, the privately controlled maker of the Sukhoi fighter, said Friday. Putin was in Malaysia for a summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Thailand originally agreed to buy the jets last year but put off the deal after a tsunami that killed hundreds of thousands of people hit the region last December.
The Irkut executive, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of negotiations, said the memorandum of understanding also included delivery of helicopters to Thailand.
"We have gone half the distance and expect to sign the contract in the first half of next year," said Alexei Fyodorov, Irkut board chairman.
"This is good news for Russia, we haven't sold a single cartridge to Thailand," said Konstantin Makiyenko, deputy head of the Center for Analysis of Strategies and Technologies. "It also means that Russia has taken over the region -- we have fighter jets in China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam and now Thailand."
Makiyenko estimated that the deal would bring Russia at least $500 million. Rosoboronexport, the state arms sales agency, was not available for comment Friday.
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Although the version might not be correct since MKM is for Malaysia with specific Malaysian requirement. |
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Sukhoi Su-30 Multi-Role Flanker 
Role: interceptor, airborne command, multi-role fighter
Builder: Sukhoi, KnAAPO, IAIA (former IAPO), HAL (license production)
Variants: Su-30 (Su-27PU), Su-30I, Su-30K, Su-30KI, Su-30KN, Su-30M, Su-30MK, Su-30MKI, Su-30MKM, Su-30MKK, Su-30MK2, Su-30MK2V, Su-30MKV, Su-30MK3
Operators: Russia, Algeria, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Venezuela, Vietnam
Su-30: Two-Seat Interceptor & Command Post
The Su-27PU (later known as Su-30) was developed in the late 1980s as a long range interceptor and airborne command post for the Soviet Air Defense Forces. The two-seat Su-27UB combat trainer was selected as a basis for this variant because it had the performance of a single-seat Su-27 and the benefits of having a two-men crew.
To adapt the Su-27UB to its new role the aircraft was fitted with an in-flight refuelling system to increase range and the aircraft's avionics were changed, fitting special communications and guidance equipment to command formation flights of single-seat Su-27 interceptors. The rear cockpit received a large CRT display which provides the formation leader with tactical information regarding targets and interceptors. The navigation and fly-by-wire systems were also upgraded.
Since series production of the Su-30 started in 1991, the first aircraft being test flown on 14 April 1992, only a handful have entered service with the Russian Air Force.
Su-30MK: Multi-Role Twin-Seater
In 1993 Sukhoi converted the first series produced Su-30 into a demonstrator to market the multi-role version designated Su-30MK. MK standing for Modernizirovannyi Kommercheskiy ('modified commercial') indicating that this new version was developed especially for the export market. Centerpoint of the new version would be an upgraded multirole fire control system, depending on the customer's requirements. The air-to-ground capability of the aircraft is effectively greatly enhanced and a large variety of new guided missiles and bombs were added to the armament options. For the air-to-air role, the new RVV-AE (R-77) medium-range active radar homing missile was added to the options.
Su-30K & Su-30MKI: India's Twin-Seater Flankers
The first customer for the multi-role Su-30MK was India. To meet the customer's demands the Su-30MKI variant was developed. The Su-30MKI differs substantially from the original Su-30MK demonstrator.
The new variant is fitted with canards and new thrust vector controlled (TVC) engines to boast the aircraft's manoeuvrability. The nozzles of the AL-31FP engines are able to vector up to 15 degrees in both vertical and lateral direction.
The Su-30MKI is fitted with the NIIP N011M multimode phased array radar, which is also the radar of the Su-35/37 advanced single-seaters. The IRST system was replaced with an updated version - OLS-30. The head-up display and navigation systems were replaced with systems from the French manufacturer Sextant Avionique.
The first prototype Su-30MKI (Su-30I-1) was first flown on 1 July 1997, the second prototype on 23 April 1998. Both of these were converted from series produced Su-30s. The first batch of Su-30s for the Indian Air Force was however delivered in the spring of 1997. These were of the Su-30K type ('commercial' version of the basic Su-30), sometimes also designated Su-30MK since some limited upgrade work had been done. The Su-30K/MK fleet will be replaced by new Su-30MKI aircraft, with Russia buying back the Su-30Ks.
India's orders for the Su-30MKI count 32 aircraft produced by Irkut, 140 license-built by HAL, 18 Irkut produced Su-30MKIs as Su-30K replacements, and an additional batch of 40 license-built aircraft is being considered. As of mid-2007, at least 50 Su-30MKIs including the first 32 produced by Irkut, are believed to have entered service.
Su-30MKK: China's Multi-Role Twin-Seater
The Su-30MKK multi-role twin-seat fighter was developed for China. Like the Su-30MKI it gas a twin-seat cockpit with modern multifuction displays and is equipped with an in-flight refuelling system. In addition to these updates, the aircraft is also fitted with the larger fins of the Su-35 design to accomodate more fuel. However it does not have the canards and TVC engines for super manoeuvrability. The aircraft carries the N001VE radar which is compatible with the RVV-AE missile. Like other Su-30MK derivatives it carries a wide arrange of air-to-air and air-to-surface weapons on 12 hardpoints. The take-off weight however has been increased to 38,000 kg by airframe and landing gear stengthening. This makes the Su-30MKK the only Su-27 derivative which is capable of both maximum payload and maximum fuel carriage.
In 1999 Sukhoi converted the T10PU-5 (first Su-30 prototype) into the first Su-30MKK, first flying on 9 May 1999. It was quickly followed on 19 May 1999 by the first production Su-30MKK '501' built by KnAAPO made its maiden flight. In the summer of 1999 another production Su-30MKK was roled out, this aircraft carrying serial '502' was painted in similar colors as the Chinese Su-27SK/UBK fleet. Series production has begun of about 50 aircraft destined for the PLAAF. Follow up orders consist of the updated Su-30MK2 and Su-30MK3 specification (alternative designations are Su-30MKK2 and Su-30MKK3 respectively).
Other Export Twin-Seaters
The multi-role two-seat Su-30MK variant are attractive candidates for many countries that are in the market for a fourth generation fighter. Indonesia followed India and China by obtaining two Su-30MKK variants. No official designation has been appointed to this variant. They are believed to be equivalent to the PLAAF Su-30MKK and/or Su-30MK2 variants. Earlier, Indonesia cancelled a contract for single-seat Su-30s (see below) because of monetary issues. The selection of the Su-30MK seems more to be an issue of having a modern combat-capable trainer, since Indonesia also obtained two single-seat Su-27SK in the same deal, than to have a multi-role two-seater. Indonesia plans to place a follow-up order of 6-8 aircraft to establish a full Flanker squadron, but the order is yet to be placed. It remains to be seen which variant will be chosen.
Vietnam also placed on order for a slightly modified version of the Su-30MK2, reportedly designated Su-30MK2V and featuring upgraded communications suite and improved ejection seats. The four two-seat aircraft were delivered in November 2004.
Malaysia signed a contract for 18 Su-30MKM fighters in 2003. The Su-30MKM is another multi-role Flanker variant based on the Su-30MKI, tailored to the customer's requirements with regards to its avionics suite. For example, Israeli-produced ECM systems as seen fitted on the Su-30MKI are replaced by Russian and South African systems. Two of Sukhoi's Su-30MKI pre-production aircraft (bort numbers 04 and 05) served as Su-30MKM prototypes. The Su-30MKMs are being manufactured at the Irkutsk Plant and the first two aircraft were formally handed over to the RMAF in April 2007 at Irkutsk, before arriving in Malaysia on June 18, 2007. Two more examples quickly followed, with all aircraft to have been delivered in 2008.
The Su-30MKM proposal was pitted against the Boeing F/A-18 Super Hornet. Malaysia opted to order the Su-30MKM first, but is still considering to buy Super Hornets and have a mixed fleet. Alternatively, additional Su-30MKMs may be ordered. Malaysia currently operates a mixed fighter fleet, with both the Russian MiG-29N Fulcrum and F/A-18D Hornet. RMAF officials were quick to counter early reports that the new Su-30MKM aircraft would replace the Fulcrums, saying that the MiG-29s will remain in service as a pure air defense fighter.
In 2005, Thailand formally requested information for the possible acquisition of the Su-30 (probably for the two-seat multi-role Su-30MK). The Russian offer is believed to include a minimum of ten aircraft. Thailand is also reviewing advanced block F-16s and the Gripen. A Gripen deal seems unlikely, because Thailand prefers a barter deal, the reason why Thailand is now considering Russian fighters, despite it having been operating Western fighters thus far.
In 2006, Venezuela ordered 24 Su-30MK2 AMV (also known as Su-30MKV) multi-role Flankers with the first deliveries taking place in late 2006. The Su-30MKV is based on the Su-30MK2, produced by KnAAPO.
In January 2006, Algeria signed a contract for 28 Su-30MKA. The Su-30MKA is a variant based on India's Su-30MKI and Malaysia's Su-30MKM developed by Sukhoi OKB and Irkut and produced by the Irkut Aircraft Production Association plant in Irkutsk. The Su-30MKA will feature French avionics, probably including the Thales Damocles laser designation and targetting pod, but is said to be closer to the Su-30MKI than the Su-30MKM. Production is underway and the first two aircraft have been handed over to Sukhoi design bureau for flight-testing in July 2007. Irkut plans to deliver the first six aircraft before the end of 2007. |
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Cont...
Su-30KI: Multi-Role Single-Seat Su-30
KnAAPO started development of an upgrade programme for the single-seat Su-27SK in 1995, then designated Su-27SMK. The upgrade would improve range and combat effectiveness by making it multi-role. The first phase of this upgrade resulted in the Su-30KI single-seat tactical fighter in 1998. Based on the Su-27SK, it was fitted with IFR probe, satnav receiver, ILS/VOR navigation and landing systems, RVV-AE missile capability. The next phase implements new advanced avionics, computers, phased array and weapons.
The Su-30KI (No 40-02) prototype being converted from the Su-27SMK demonstrator, first flew on 28 June 1998. The aircraft is painted in a grey-black-blue paintjob and first was revealed at the MAKS '99 international aerospace show.
Earler in 1997 Indonesia placed an order for 24 Su-30KI fighters, believed to be the same standard as the 'Su-30KI upgrade' although some sources say it was specifically developed for Indonesia. The order was cancelled.
Su-30KN: Multi-Role Upgrade
The Irkutsk Aircraft Industrial Association (IAIA), jointly with Sukhoi Design Bureau, "Russkaya Avionika" Design Bureau and Russia's Air Force developed an upgrade for operational two-seat fighters, the Su-27UB, Su-30 and Su-30K. The Su-30K prototype was upgraded to Su-30KN standard. The first phase of the upgrade enables the aircraft to operate guided ASM and bombs by adding a new mission computer, upgrading the N001 radar and weapons control system. The cockpit has been equipped with colour MFDs. It also adds to the RVV-AE (R-77) missile to its inventory. This first phase can be followed up by a second stage upgrade which enhances the air-to-air capabilities by replacing the slotted antenna with a phased-array antenna. Other suggested improvements include modern avionics and bigger MFDs. |
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First two Su-30MKM for Malaysia (At Irkut)
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Malaysia - Air Force Sukhoi Su-30MKM M52-04
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First Su-30MKM Fighters for the Royal Malaysian Air Force
IRKUTSK AVIATION PLANT: The first two serially produced Su-30MKM fighter aircraft for the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) were rolled out and demonstrated today at the Irkutsk Aviation plant. The ceremony was attended by a high-ranking delegation of the Malaysian Defence Ministry and the RMAF, top management of Rosoboronexport, the Russian aircraft design and production agencies, and a large number of media representatives from Malaysia and Russia.
In 2003 the Su-30МКМ was selected by the RMAF with the main competing aircraft being the American F-18 Super Hornet. In August 2003, during the course of President Vladimir Putin抯 official visit to Malaysia, the contract for the supply of a number of Su30MKM aircraft was signed. Up until then the RMAF mainly operated aircraft of Western origin, except for the Russian MiG-29s held in high esteem by the RMAF.
The Su-30МКМ (multi-role, commercial, Malaysian) is the latest version of the renowned multifunctional fighter the Su-30МКI. This was delivered to the Indian Air Force by the 揑rkut |
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Reply #62 yaminz's post
""We signed a memorandum for 12 Sukhoi-30MKMs during President Vladimir Putin's visit [last week] to Malaysia," a senior official at Irkut, the privately controlled maker of the Sukhoi fighter, said Friday. Putin was in Malaysia for a summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations."
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Amboi, Siam pun dah bernafsu kat Cik Su.. |
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uikssss... haritu kata tak jadi??? jadi... tak ada la deal ayam dengan Swedes?
pueh la ruskies blasah ayam siam |
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Kat Ruskies, Siam barter pakai ayam lain ni huhu |
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Reply #70 StealthTuah's post
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Nei reporter punyer mistakela... 18 sbnr nyer... |
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Reply #73 IceMallet's post
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Reply #73 IceMallet's post
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uiksss... apa pulak silapnya. kedua-dua jenis ayam siam sodap diblasah. |
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Siamese chicken... nice....  |
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huh.. dah jadi thread ayam laa pulok.... |
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Cuba imagine, mcm mana ayam-ayam tu dihantar? Lepas tu ayam ada had tahan, kalau tidak rosak. Rusia boleh jual bekalan ayam dalam negeri dgn mudah kot. |
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Post time 19-12-2007 09:19 AM
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