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Comparison of the Tejas Mark1 vs korean T-50 Golden eagle

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Comparison of the Tejas Mark1 vs korean T-50 Golden eagle

In this article, we shall compare two fighter aircraft: the KA T-50 from Korea and the Tejas Mark 1 from India. Both fighter jets are unique in their long-term capability and combat power.

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The Tejas MK1 is an Indian aircraft with a single engine, a delta wing, and a light multirole fighter. It was created by the Aeronautical Development Agency. Within its class of modern supersonic combat aircraft, it is the smallest and lightest. Tejas is the second supersonic fighter created by HAL, and Tejas Mark2 is expected to be ready for serial production by 2026. Tejas Mark 1 currently has 65 percent by value and 75.5 percent by number of line replaceable units in 2022, according to indigenous content.

The Tejas’ design was completed in 1990 and has a short tailless compound delta wing with inherent relaxed static stability, making a digital FBW flight control system necessary for improved manoeuvrability. The design and system integration of the Tejas primarily made use of Dassault Breguet’s capabilities. According to the CAG, Tejas Mark1 is an IOC standard aircraft. Some of these shortcomings, and lack of combat endurance, were resolved in the Tejas Mark1 FOC configuration. The upgraded Tejas Mark 1A will have a reduced turnaround time. Tejas Mark 1A’s design work is progressing, and subsystem testing will be finished by 2021, according to HAL Chairman  Director R Madhavan.

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A Tejas Mk1a costs $43 million, and it has successfully tested firing the Python-5 high off-bore sight (HOBS) and close combat missile, further validating the upgraded I-Derby ER capabilities. Tejas Mark 1 BVR missiles are BVRAAM capable, having a generally expanded flight envelope and had greater angle of attack. It used UTTAM AESA radar, which has a range of 150–200 km and it can track an object of 2 msq.

The Tejas Mark 1A, a modified version of the Tejas Mark 1, will contain an AESA radar, a new digital flight control computer, a new electronic warfare suite, and updated avionics. Tejas is an eight-hard point precision weapon launcher that can accommodate a variety of air-to-air missiles, anti-ship missiles, unguided rockets, and conventional/retarded bombs. Tejas MK1 is better combat fighter than Korean Kai FA-50.

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Korean kai T-50 golden eagle 

The Kai T-50 Golden Eagle is a South Korean advanced supersonic jet trainer that was created in collaboration with Lockheed Martin. It is also a light combat aircraft and  nation’s first supersonic aircraft. In 2005, the aircraft started flight operations with the ROKAF. The TA-50 light attack aircraft and the FA-50 light combat aircraft are now part of the programme, which originally included trainers. KAI has confirmed that it has been given a contract to provide Indonesia with another batch of T-50s in July 2021.

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TA-50 now features a triple-redundant digital fly by wire, which is one step less than that quadruplex fly by wire. The T-50 Golden Eagle design is substantially based on the F-16 Fighting Falcon, and they share several similarities. They both use a single General Electric F404-102 turbofan engine, licenced to Samsung Techwin and improved with a FADEC system jointly developed by General Electric and KAI.

The price of a T/A-50 is $30 million, but this price does not include the integration of the missile that the countries are desiring, as a result the price will typically be in the Tejas range or even higher. The T-50 employs ELTA 2032 radar, which has a tuning difference and a 150km range for 5msq. The NEOS used in the T-50 is the first avionics operating system and the only real-time operating system created by an Asian business. It is certified by both IEEE POSIX and DO178B.

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An ELTA EL/M-2032 fire control radar is included with the TA-50 variant. The T-50 is outfitted with an HG9550 radar and a Honeywell H-764G embedded global positioning/inertial navigation system. Since this is a training aircraft, just a few missiles have been installed, however they have committed to do the bare minimum missiles.

Specifications Tejas Mark 1 Korean T-50 golden eagle
Crew 1 or 2 2
Length 13.2 m (43 ft) 13.144 m (43 ft)
Wingspan 8.2 m (26 ft) 9.45 m (31 ft)
Height 4.4 m (14 ft) 4.94 m (16 ft)
Wing area 38.4 m2 (413 sq ft) 23.69 m2 (255.0 sq ft)
Empty weight 6,560 kg (14,462 lb) 6,470 kg (14,264 lb)
Max takeoff weight 13,500 kg (29,762 lb) 12,300 kg (27,117 lb)
Range 1,850 km (1,150 mi, 459 nmi) 1,851 km (1,150 mi, 999 nmi)
Service ceiling 16,000 m (53,500 ft) 14,630 m (48,000 ft)
g limits +9/−3.5 +8/ −3
Thrust/weight 0.94 0.96
Maximum speed 1,980 km/h (1,230 mph, 1,070 kn) 1,837.5 km/h (1,141.8 mph, 992.2 kn)
Fuel capacity 2,458 kg (5,419 lb) 2,690 kg (5,920Ib)

 

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From Doha to the World: The Legacy of Akbar Al Baker at Qatar Airways: Honoured with APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

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From Doha to the World: The Legacy of Akbar Al Baker at Qatar Airways: Honoured with APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

In the organization’s five-decade history, the APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award has only been given six times, including the most recent award given to H.E. Mr. Al Baker. This esteemed honour is given only to visionaries and leaders in the industry who drive advancement in the aviation business while also elevating their brands.

Akbar Al Baker is a prominent figure in the aviation industry and has served as the CEO of Qatar Airways for many years. Here’s a brief overview of his story:

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On September 22, 1961, Akbar Al Baker was born in Doha, Qatar. He completed his studies in Qatar before moving to India to attend Aligarh Muslim University to study economics and business. He joined Qatar’s Civil Aviation Directorate after completing his education to start his aviation career.

Akbar Al Baker was chosen to lead Qatar Airways, the nation of Qatar’s state-owned national airline, in 1997. Qatar Airways underwent a substantial turnaround and expansion under his direction. He was crucial in making the airline into one of the top carriers in the world, renowned for its opulent service, cutting-edge aircraft, and extensive global network.

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Some key highlights of Akbar Al Baker’s tenure at Qatar Airways include:

  1. Fleet Expansion: Under Al Baker’s leadership, Qatar Airways expanded its fleet with state-of-the-art aircraft, including the introduction of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner to its fleet.
  2. Award-Winning Service: Qatar Airways has won numerous awards for its service quality, including Skytrax’s “Airline of the Year” multiple times during his tenure.
  3. Hub Development: Al Baker oversaw the development of Hamad International Airport in Doha, which has become a major hub in the Middle East for international travel.
  4. Alliance Memberships: Qatar Airways became a member of the Oneworld alliance, strengthening its global network and partnerships with other leading airlines.
  5. Crisis Management: During his tenure, Qatar Airways successfully navigated through challenging times, including the 2017 blockade imposed by neighboring countries, which led to the suspension of air travel to several destinations.

Akbar Al Baker is renowned for his hands-on leadership style and for holding the airline to a high standard. He is also renowned for making direct and occasionally controversial comments about business-related issues. In the very competitive airline sector, his leadership has significantly contributed to Qatar Airways’ expansion and success.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker Honoured with Prestigious APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award

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Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker was celebrated by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) as the recipient of the CEO Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes industry leaders for their dedication, efforts, and commitment to enhancing the passenger experience. The APEX/IFSA Awards Ceremony took place at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California on 20 September, where H.E. Mr. Akbar Al Baker also accepted three awards for the airline.

Qatar Airways was also awarded with three more APEX Awards, solidifying the airline’s status as one of the world’s leading airlines. The following titles presented to Qatar Airways were based exclusively on certified passenger votes: 2024 APEX World Class Award, APEX Award for Best Entertainment in the Middle East, and the APEX Award for Global Best Food & Beverage.

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Qatar Airways Group is a unique organization that encompasses multiple subsidiaries and works in synergy to create the smoothest travel journey including airport ground services, onboard catering, private jet travel, and more. Qatar Airways continues to work in line with its promise to provide all passengers with the most seamless and luxurious travel experience in the world, now adding an additional four prestigious awards to the multi-award-winning airline’s accreditation.

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Austrian Ministry of Defense selects the C-390 Millennium as its new military transport aircraft

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Embraer Concludes Flight Tests for Firefighting Capability for the C-390 Millennium

The Austrian Ministry of Defense announced today the decision to select the C-390 Millennium aircraft as its new tactical transport solution. Embraer is honored to be chosen to support this important Air Force in Europe.

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Austria joins Brazil, Portugal, Hungary, and the Netherlands as the future operators of the C-390 Millennium multi-mission platform, an aircraft that is rapidly redefining the standards of tactical transport in the world defense market.

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Embraer is ready to support the Austrian Ministry of Defense and Air Force in order to meet the demanding requirements of their acquisition process and is prepared to further strengthen the relationship with this nation.

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U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Missing in South Carolina, and Asks Public for Help

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U.S. F-35 Fighter Jet Missing in South Carolina, and Asks Public for Help

A US fighter jet went missing in South Carolina during a training mishap. According to US military officials, the search for his missing aircraft was centered on two lakes north of North Charleston.

At around 2 p.m. (local time), the pilot evacuated and safely parachuted into a North Charleston neighborhood. He was transferred to a nearby hospital, where he was in stable condition.

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Military officials appealed to the public for assistance with finding the aircraft on Twitter.

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Authorities stated that they are currently looking into the cause of the pilot’s ejection. According to Salinas, the pilot of a second F-35 made a safe landing at Joint Base Charleston. The pilots and their aircraft were part of the Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, which is stationed in Beaufort, which is close to the Atlantic coast of South Carolina.

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According to base authorities, they were conducting a search over two lakes to the north of Charleston in collaboration with federal aviation authorities. Each of the aircraft, made by Lockheed Martin, cost about USD 80 million.

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