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Comparison of the fifth generation Indian Concept AMCA fighter with the American-built F35 aircraft

Comparison of the fifth generation Indian Concept AMCA fighter with the American-built F35 aircraft

Welcome back to Jetline Marvel website in this article we will compare two fighter jets, the F 35 from the United States and the AMCA from India.

This comparison is solely for the purpose of understanding how AMCA appears after completion, from the table drawing to real life. since it hasn’t yet reached final model, but the F 35 is a war-ready plane.

The AMCA differs from the F 35 fighter jet in that it does not have vertical takeoff and landing. But, most importantly, AMCA may begin production and service in 10-15 years.

Lockheed Martin manufactures some of the highest-quality defense goods in the world, and the F 35 is one of them. HAL is a well-known Indian plane manufacturer.

The AMCA is a stealth supersonic multi-role fighter with twin engines built for the IAF. The AMCA is currently envisioned as a fifth-generation fighter, but it will eventually include emerging, best-of-breed sixth-generation technologies. The AMCA would be the Indian Air Force’s first fifth-generation fighter to enter service.

The F-35 is a stealth multirole fighter with a single engine and supersonic speed. Low observables, modern avionics, and sensor fusion are all features of the F-35, allowing for a high level of situational awareness and long-range lethality.

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The F-35’s human-machine interface relies heavily on the helmet display. Rather than the preceding fighters’ head-up display positioned atop the dashboard, the HMDS displays flight and battle information on the helmet visor.

Let’s have a look at the aircraft’s size and performance.

  • The AMCA is 57.9 feet long, while the F 35 is 51.4 feet long.
  • The AMCA has a 36.6-foot wingspan, whereas the F35 has a 35-foot wingspan.
  • The AMCA is 14.9 feet tall, while the F 35 is 14.4 feet tall.
  • The AMCA has an empty weight of 12,000 kg, whereas the F 35 has a weight of 13,290 kg.
  • AMCA has a gross weight of 18,000kg, whereas F 35 has a gross weight of 22,471kg.
  • The AMCA has a fuel capacity of 6,500kg, while the F 35 has a capacity of 8,275kg.
  • The AMCA is propelled by two modified GE or Safran engines that will be installed in aircraft.
  • The F35 is propelled by a single Pratt & Whitney F135 afterburning turbofan with a thrust of 125 kN dry and 191 kN afterburner.
  • The AMCA has a top speed of 2633 km/h, whereas the F 35 has a top speed of 2,000 km/h.
  • The AMCA has a range of 3,240 kilometres, whereas the F 35 has a range of up to 2,800 kilometres.
  • The AMCA has a combat range of up to 1620 kilometres, while the F35 has a range of 1239 kilometres.

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The AMCA can carry a wide range of weapons.

The 14 hard points with a capacity of roughly 9 tonnes and a single 23mm cannon

It carries S8 rocket pods, Astra mark 1, 2, 3, and NG CCM air-to-air missiles, and Brahmos NG, Sant, and Rudram air-to-ground missiles.
It carries laser guided bombs, NG LGB, precision guided munitions, HSLD, DRDO SAAW, and DRDO glide bombs, among others.

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When it comes to the F 35 fighter jet, it features the most powerful weapon package and advanced combat capabilities.

The F 35 has a single 25 mm cannon, four internal hard points, and six external hard points. It has a total weapons payload of 6,800 kg.

It carries AIM 120, 9x, 132, and MBDA meteor air-to-air missiles.

Surface-to-air missiles Joint air-to-ground missiles, AGM 88G, AGM 158, Spear 3, Air-to-surface and air-to-ship missiles.
It is capable of carrying bombs such as Joint Direct Attack Munitions, Paveway series, AGM 154, and B61 mod.

The F 35 costs roughly $125 million, with the AMCA yet to be determined.

Please share your thoughts on both fighter jets. Will the AMCA be able to obtain the fifth generation tag? let us know in comments.

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Airbus Enhances A350 Cabin with 10-Abreast Seating

Airbus Enhances A350 Cabin with 10-Abreast Seating

Airbus has announced a new partnership with Jiatai Aircraft Equipment, a Chinese aircraft seating manufacturer, to supply upgraded economy-class seats for the A350 widebody series.

This collaboration, unveiled at the 2024 Airshow China, focuses on developing a newly designed economy seat tailored for the A350‘s New Production Standard (NPS) cabin.

One of the key features of the NPS cabin is the ability to accommodate 17-inch wide economy seats, compared to the previous 16.5-inch wide seats that airlines were limited to in the A350’s earlier configurations.

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This change is made possible by the expanded space in the NPS cabin, which is 35 inches longer and 4 inches wider than the previous version. This extra space is achieved by slightly moving the cockpit wall forward and shifting the rear pressure bulkhead back by one frame.

The wider cabin allows airlines to add up to 30 extra economy seats without compromising comfort. For airlines opting for a 3-4-3 seating layout, the 17-inch wide seats are an excellent choice for a more comfortable passenger experience. However, some airlines, such as Iberia, may choose to retain a 9-abreast layout with wider seats for added comfort.

The NPS cabin also offers enhanced flexibility for airline operators. One major advantage is the ability to easily switch between a 9-abreast and 10-abreast seating configuration without requiring significant downtime for aircraft reconfiguration. Airlines can use the same seat rails, tracks, and IFE interfaces, making the transition smoother and quicker.

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In addition, the design of the floor attachments and air-conditioning systems has been optimized for 10-abreast seating, meaning airlines can upgrade their cabins without needing to make substantial modifications to the aircraft’s structure.

Though it’s still unclear when Jiatai’s economy-class seats will be officially added to the A350’s Buyer Furnished Equipment (BFE) catalogue, the collaboration marks a significant step toward enhancing the A350’s cabin offerings.

With this partnership, Airbus is providing more seating options for airlines, ensuring that they can meet diverse customer needs while improving overall operational efficiency.

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