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Post by kiwirico on Jan 8, 2019 8:36:33 GMT 12
I see many combinations of transports, both large and medium sized... and suddenly even tankers!!! My simple question is; are the Hercs and later on Boeing 757 to be replaced by one single type... or is their a official plan to buy a combination?
My thought was a mix of C-130J (or A.400M) plus few medium sized planes (obviously the C-295).
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Post by kiwirico on Jan 8, 2019 8:27:39 GMT 12
Hi Guys, While I would love to see fast jets in the RNZAF, I believe that ship has sailed unless something unexpected happens overseas, However has any thought been given to obtaining the AT-6 Wolverine or similar for light attack,CAS. A couple of relatively inexpensive squadrons of these might be more palatable than fast jets and may be more suited to the kind of threat environments the NZDF currently operates in. Just my 2 cents worth I'm now in 2 minds although I used to be quite keen on the idea of a handful of AT-6 on strength to provide CAS training for Army & escort / cover for NH-90 operations. It would also add that extra dimension to advanced pilot training... similar to the way the Irish do with their PC9's. On the flip-side CAS training seems to be quite adequately covered for my existing arrangements (I'm guessing!?!) and for NH-90 cover they'd be operating offshore & that means significant resources required to deploy, a 'safe' operating field to be secured in advance, and basically them doing a role that in all honestly would probably be better suited to an ARH. Although not sure... but was there not a serious thought to add a few AT-6C armed versions to the current fleet of T-6 trainers ?
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Post by kiwirico on Jun 6, 2018 21:29:26 GMT 12
So... any thruth about the DASH 8 for RNZAF? Or just another smoke on the Horizon?
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Post by kiwirico on Dec 17, 2017 0:54:23 GMT 12
Perhaps it would be a good idea to add some (eight?) AT-6B armed trainers to train pilots in tactics of close air support and air support for Marines? It would be a first step... if anything will change in future NZ Government thoughts (if any...).
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Post by kiwirico on Dec 15, 2017 8:12:58 GMT 12
[/p] if funds become available at a later date which it should I'd be looking at CH-47F as it will have more utility at home and in the islands for HADR and also for the future more robust JATF, hopefully the Canterbury replacement will have enough space for 6x NH-90 or 4x NH-90 and 1x CH-47. VIP can become a PPP with Air NZ which supplies the aircraft and government pays time much like the RNZAF would do with RAAF C17.
Ideally looking to the future for RNZAF I would like to see RNZAF grow,
12x NH-90 (4xextra) 6x A400M 12 MH-60R (as replacement for Sea Sprites) 6x CH-47F 6x P8 8x King airs 8x AT-6B (JATC weapons training and limited light attack)
No need for 4 extra NH.90 if you will add 6 CH-47F Chinooks. The current Sea Sprites are good enough to fly another good number of years, so no money waste on another expensive helo (MH-60R). Add four to six more AW.109 to supplement the current fleet.I miss the medium sized transports here! 8 AT-6B would indeed a great idea... I have doubts about eight Super King Airs, or will some of them equiped for coastal patrol duties.
Cheers.
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 18, 2017 0:01:38 GMT 12
A bit sillent on this subject... 🤔
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 17, 2017 23:59:58 GMT 12
The new Defence Minister's thoughts on the last government's Defence capability plans are interesting. Ron Mark - "What Culverden tells us about missing defence priorities" (Nov 2016) - medium and light airlifters capable of short take-off and landing - eg: C27 Spartans - one-for-one replacement for the Hercules - so perhaps something less than an A400M - eg: C130J or KC390 - Getting rid of the 757s altogether So... the transport fleet will be a mix of medium/light airlifters and more or less heavy ones. Could be a deal for airbus to provide both products in a special price deal to NZ🤔. A-400M and C-295.
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 22, 2016 2:02:08 GMT 12
[/quote] While my preferred option is, 3x C17 6x KC-130 and 5x Ch-47F
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That would be mine option too... however, there are no more C-17's available. The ultimate 'white tail' C-17 often spoken here is reserved for sale to UAE, although it was still there at the Boeing plant four months ago.
I think a mix of 6 (K)C-130J, including three C-130J-30, five C-295 would be good enough in the first place. Add some extra NH-90's or five CH-47 Chinooks will make the picture complete. I doubt that the RNZAF will ever operate the P-8A. There are cheaper options, like the Bombardier based jet which was also offered to the UK.
Another idea? Secondhand P-3C from US Navy? Just a question.
Cheers.
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 20, 2016 1:27:28 GMT 12
Haha... lol. But I guess the RNZAF did practice that kind of scenarios right?
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 20, 2016 0:35:10 GMT 12
Hi guys,
I am looking for info about Forward Operations Locations, bases that are used in time of War or emergency? Did 14th and 75th Squadrons ever deployed to airfields down on Southern Island? If so... which airfields used?
Thanks
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Nov 20, 2016 0:31:02 GMT 12
I was wondering if the original idea was to have a mixed fleet of medium sized transports and (more or less) heavy weight aircraft? I thought it was to be some A-400M/C-130J class and C-295 class transport to replace the current Herc fleet? I agree... a mixed fleet including CH-47F Chinooks would be ideal...
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 20, 2016 8:53:09 GMT 12
Very interesting stuff to read... very basic info but well done to let the people know what are the options. I have to admid... my choice would be A.400M but the KC-390 is also very atractive, at least in cost. Cheers all.
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Post by kiwirico on Jul 11, 2016 1:58:23 GMT 12
Returning home from a great show at RIAT, RAF Fairford... I spoke with one of the very friendly flying officers of the RNZAF Boeing 757 (NZ7572)... and had a little chat about the ongoing story of transport aircraft replacement. At that point... one Airbus A-400 took off for a display and the officer told me' that one is highly likely our future transport Sir'. I only could tell that such aircraft in RNZAF colours would look splendid.
Cheers.
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Post by kiwirico on Jun 25, 2016 4:29:48 GMT 12
So... I guess a answer what will replace both transport and maritime patrol aircraft will come within two years from now, right?
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Post by kiwirico on Jun 21, 2016 7:37:36 GMT 12
How about the new Italian P-72 maritime patrol aircraft?
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Post by kiwirico on Mar 29, 2016 5:31:16 GMT 12
the airlift project is looking at all airlift for the nzdf and other govt departments they work with. This may include more NH90's, heavier lift choppers, light, medium and heavy lift aircraft. just a matter of how much money is in the pot and the best way to use it to fit the requirements for everyone. That's interesting Beagle, and please give me the freedom to have my own thoughts on this. A mixed fleet with AIRBUS A-400 and EADS C-295 would be ideal (although new C-130J could be good as well). I have no clue what could be 'light' transports, but that might be the type of Raytheon King Air 350 class of aircraft, right? On the helicopter(s) subject; are there any indications that RNZAF would have a option to add a few more on their current fleet? Heavier lift helicopters would be very interesting, as they could be deployed through NZ and abroad helping with disaster relief operations and military operations in near future (Iraq, Afghanistan, or where ever). I would opt for the only one that is reliable and proven... the CH-47F Chinook series. Just my thought, Regards and have a great day.
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Post by kiwirico on Mar 16, 2016 2:09:35 GMT 12
Greetings from the UK, new to this forum so go easy on me. In regards to renewing the airforce fleet my opinion is: 3 CASA C295 in 2018. With FLIR. 3 A400M in 2020. 1 A330 MRTT in 2022. 3 Saab Swordfish Global 6000 in 2024. The 295's would perform light transport and close to shore maritime patrol, taking pressure off the Hercs and Orions until they were replaced. 3 A400M's can do the work of 5 Hercs, service Antartica and deploy NH90's. The A330 can support other nations planes and be of greater strategic use than B757's. 3 Global 6000 based MPA's would be cheaper to buy and operate compared to P8's, but still have range and capability. Thoughts? Interesting thoughts, I have no idea if their is a requirement or wish to have a multiple type of aircraft replacement for the C-130 fleet (and possible Boeing 757)? A mix of heavy weight transport with a few medium size like EADS C-295M? Neither do I know if the future P-3K Orion replacement has to be a long range type like the (expensive) Boeing P-8? I don't know the Global 6000 (MPA) so no idea of that will suit the RNZAF. Any one here has a clue if the RNZAF consider a mixed type replacement for the transport part of this programme? Thanks, KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Mar 7, 2016 2:25:47 GMT 12
Is there any news on the plans for new (?) transport for RNZAF... it has been sillent now for a long time.
Cheers
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Post by kiwirico on Sept 13, 2015 4:23:05 GMT 12
Hello guys,
I was wondering if the RNZAF was ever close to buy (or loan) Lockheed (S)P-2 Neptunes? In several older books around Europe the RNZAF is mentioned as a operator of the Neptune! My question is how come and is there any logic answer for this?
Thanks.
KiwiRico
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Post by kiwirico on Jan 26, 2014 4:30:46 GMT 12
Come on guys, don't fight about the colour scheme..... black, yellow or camouflaged. Finally the RNZAF is to receive and fly a reliable and good fast trainer. As the T-6C is able to have some stores under it's wings, it might also be used for some ground support training. Only thing that I like to know is how many T-6's will RNZAF get? I read somewere 11 aircraft, but not sure. Congratulations to the RNZAF.
Cheers.
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