“However, it is still too early to announce the modernization of the Su-57”, said Major General Vladimir Popov, member of the Expert Council of the movement “Strong Russia”, Honored Military Pilot. launched and added, so far only 3 squadrons are flying this new generation fighter. “Here, we are most likely talking about the completion of the second-stage engines. By the end of the year they are expected to enter series production with characteristics that are true to the standards of the 5th generation aircraft.” “Today, the Su-57 flies on the AL-41F1S for 4+ generation fighters, despite its high maneuverability thanks to thrust vector control, a new engine has been produced for it, went through testing and the certification was practically passed,” Popov said in an interview with PolitExpert. The upgraded version of the Su-57 is most likely just a second-stage engine integration Now the central question regarding when to put the new engine into production is decided. Boris Popov suggests that Minister Manturov is most likely alluding to this when talking about the modernization of the Su-57. Phase two engines have been included in the project, but their creation is being delayed. “It has to do with economic issues at home and abroad, especially when Western rivals have come a long way. But now this period is over. We are completely independent. production, testing new engines and getting ready for mass production,” Major General Popov explained. “Currently in practice, operational experience is being gathered when the characteristics of the aircraft are confirmed,” emphasized Popov. “It’s not the test engineers that prepare the aircraft, but the technical staff who work directly in the unit. This is like another human quality. In this case, some nuances emerge, those New processes are being approved, parts or even systems are changing,” said the honorary pilot. “Two years have passed since these aircraft entered service with Air Force units. There have been a number of minor changes that need to be made to the structure. This is also a type of modernization for the Air Force. for the Su-57”, Major General Vladimir Popov concluded.

The article was published on “Svobodnaia Pressa” on May 9, 2021. Here is the content: Multi-purpose fighter MiG-35 (Image: Marina Lystseva / TASS) The fourth generation multi-role fighter will be mass produced soon. To be honest, it was only a small amount. But this type of aircraft will have very bright prospects not only in the Russian Air Force, but also in the world military aviation equipment market. And here are the comments of the head of the director of programs MiG-29M, MiG-35 and other light multirole aircraft of the “MiG” Group. Mushegh Baloyan When talking to a TASS reporter about the near future of this model: “The MiG-35 is currently in the state testing phase, with preliminary conclusions to allow the production of the first batch of aircraft. Test pilots loved this model very much because it was easy to maneuver and greatly simplified. There are also some problems arising in the process of operating aircraft, but we (Group “MIG”) together with the customer, the Ministry of Defense in time to resolve all problems “. This MiG-35 aircraft did have a dizzying fate. It is designed-built when the Russian aircraft-building corporation “MiG” is literally feverish for the word. There were very serious problems in financing projects because the Sukhoi Design Bureau, which also makes fighter jets, then pulled all the “financial” blanket toward him. And the consequences of the lack of money are the headaches related to human resources. Those issues touch even the top management of the group — they have not been around for long in their positions. In the mid-2000s, the MiG-35 was unexpectedly listed for a massive tender to buy 126 Indian fighters. However, the proposed MiG-35 at that time was indeed “raw” because it was built in haste. Furthermore, it is equipped with some clearly outdated systems. Bidding is really an adventure. Because at that time, the MiG-35 was not even in service of the Russian Air Force and still not mass produced, so its fate in the bidding was already determined – who dared to quit. Money to buy “crab in the hole” (original – “buy cat in a sack”)? Therefore, this plane was not even on the final list, it was eliminated in the first round. The evaluation panel has listed a series of “weaknesses” of the MiG-35- up to 14 points. All of the above “weaknesses” are not disclosed. However, something has leaked through open sources. The “disparage” is mainly related to the engine because its features are “not in line with the stated” in the bid. And for “Zhuk” radar – according to the announcement, the antenna is an active phase network antenna, however, the “MiG” group has installed a passive network. But six of the planes were built to take part in today’s tests – those were completely different fighters. Between them and the “ugly Indian ducklings”, the only remaining similarity was the fuselage. And now the MiG-35 is again participating in India’s second bid. The results of the first bid can only please the French, because they have sold 36 Raphales to India for an exorbitant price in the country. Once again, the MiG-35 will fight German, French, Swedish and American fighters in India. But for now, it can be said without fear of being bragged that they were “wonderful swans”. The aircraft is equipped with a new version of the RD-33MK engine with outstanding technical and operational features. Its rear combustion (acceleration) thrust increases to 9,400 kgf. The engine uses fully digital control system and plasma ignition method. That means it now meets all requirements for 5th generation aircraft engines. In addition, another engine version can be installed if the customer wishes to- – it has a thrust vector changing nozzle on two planes. It is no coincidence that the MiG-35 was chosen by the stubborn “Strizhi” aerobatic squadron and its pilots decided to switch to this model – because it was super maneuverable and easy to maneuver. . In aircraft-avionics equipment, several systems are also included in the 5th generation. For example, the “Zhuk-A” radar finally has an active phase array antenna. Now, the MiG-35 can detect enemy fighters at a range of up to 200 km. The resolution when taking topographic maps is 1 × 1 meter. MiG-29K The aircraft has an excellent power-to-weight ratio. The combat payload compared to the MiG-29 increased by 2 tons and reached 6.5 tons. It can strike both air and ground targets with the same efficiency because it is fully equipped with modern “air-to-air” and “air-to-ground” missiles. MiG-35 is capable of taking a record altitude in all aircraft participating in this auction of India – up to 330 meters per second. There is also a need to talk about combat radius – up to 1,000 km, and operating range of aircraft without aerial refueling – up to 3,000 km. It must be emphasized that the “technical vision organs” of the MiG-35 are much more diverse than that of the Su-35. The MiG-35 has not only one, but two optical navigation stations with channels of thermal imaging and television. An observation post in the front hemisphere to “serve” the air battles. The second station is designed to observe the ground surface which increases the fighter’s ability to fight against ground targets. The engineers of the “MiG” Group also solved the problem of modernizing this aircraft in an optimal way. Aviation electronic equipment system has an open structure and uses a common data warehouse. This makes connecting new devices as easy as possible – as there is no factory setup and error correction required. Everything is done on the same principle as connecting a new external device to the computer – plugging in the connector, and the operating system recognizes the device and puts it in a general working configuration. The MiG-35 is the second Russian fighter (after the Su-57) to utilize artificial intelligence (AI). Start with some “basic” action – for example, reminding pilots of the imminent danger of maneuvering or when any of the aircraft’s systems are malfunctioning in combat. And even very complex missions. For example, AI can just “look” at a part of an object in the air or on the ground / at sea to be able to immediately determine which type of aircraft or ship, of whom. AI radically interferes with the operation of all systems under special circumstances. For example, if the pilot is unable to control the aircraft due to an injury, the AI ​​can control the aircraft from any distance to the airport and land. In non-emergency conditions, the AI ​​can “advise” the pilot on the use of one or a certain weapon or conduct necessary maneuvers. But despite the plane’s obvious advantages, the Russian Defense Ministry doesn’t seem to trust it. That is why, so we signed a preliminary agreement to buy only 24 units. Yes, that is from now until 2028. But, of course, there are plenty of grounds to believe that this skepticism will vanish at the end of the tests. Currently, the Russian Defense Ministry is working with the “MiG” Group “eagerly” to test the MiG-35. Either way, the deployment of mass production of these machines will be an “inevitable objective”. Because it is necessary to gradually replace 120 MiG-29s, many different variants currently in the equipment of the Russian Air Force. In addition, many different countries also have the MiG-29 and the Air Force of those countries also wants to renew their lineup of light fighters. And so, an additional fifty potential orders could be counted. Yes, there is also a possibility that the MiG-35 will win India’s tender to buy 110 fighter jets. The fighter’s factory-level flight tests were conducted throughout 2017. In order to conduct state-of-the-art flight tests, the aircraft factory in Lukhovitsy built six MiG-35s – three MiG-35S single-seater and three MiG-35UB trainers. And for almost two years now, the six aforementioned aircraft have been tested in many different flight modes. They will themselves be handed over to the “Strizhi” airborne aerobatic squadron as mentioned above. Le Hung- Nguyen Hoang (Translate)

Taiwan Air Force F-16. The Taiwanese military has announced plans to sell its old F-16 radars after Taipei’s fighter squadron received new radar systems. Taiwan’s F-16 fighter aircraft is being upgraded with the new AN / APG-83 AESA radar as part of the retrofitting of the F-16 Block 70 version. However, the old APG-66 radars are still serviceable and valuable in the international arms market, Liberty Times reported. A source familiar with the matter has pointed out that APG-66 radars could also be installed on F-16A / B fighter jets, which are still in service with foreign air forces. After Taiwan completes the retrofit of its jets, a batch of more than 100 APG-66 radars will be sold in accordance with US regulations, with profits transferred to Taipei’s treasury. The value of the old radars has yet to be determined, the source said. Taiwan purchased 150 F-16 fighters from the US in 1992 and received them in 1997. According to the Northrup Grumman group, the new AN / APG-83 features high-resolution synthetic aperture radar mapping in all weather conditions to show pilots a large surface image for item identification. target and more accurate attack information.

According to the latest reports, the number of F-35 fighters in service with the US Air Force, now surpassing all other aircraft of this force, rose to second place – after injections. click F-16. Specifically, with a squadron of F-35 fighters up to 283 aircraft, the number of F-35s of the US Air Force has surpassed both the F-15 and F-10 – two types of backbone aircraft of this force. throughout the decades. The single-engine F-16 fighter with the advantage of low maintenance costs and low operating costs is still the most popular fighter in the US Air Force. Specifically, the US Air Force owns 934 F-16 fighters. This number of F-16s will be gradually replaced by F-35 fighter jets in the future. Designed to be a mixed-attack fighter and strike aircraft, the US F-35 is capable of replacing all other fighters currently in service with this force. However, while the F-35 is being finalized and corrected for hundreds of defects, it still cannot become the backbone of the US Air Force at the present time. In fact, the heavy F-15 fighter jets still have a dominant position in the US Air Force’s bombardments if there is a war. The latest version of the F-15 is the F-15EX, which was rushed into service by this force shortly after making its first flight earlier this year. It is expected that until the 40s of this century, the F-15 will still serve in the US Air Force. As for the A-10 fighter jet, this type of aircraft that is nearly half a century old is still considered “without a worthy substitute”. The failure of the US Air Force to develop a serial version of the A-10 is simply because the aircraft is currently too efficient, and effective enough, until the F-35 comes into its own. future. Up to the present time, the US Air Force owns 279 A-10 Warthog attack aircraft in service. However, only about 60% of these are qualified to fight, the rest need constant revolving maintenance. The US Air Force expects the entire A-10 strike group to be phased out gradually from 2032, even sooner if there are serious accidents in the future. By that point, the F-35 would have to be completed to take the place of the A-10. Photo source: BI. The US is producing F-35 fighters at breakneck speed, both for domestic service and for delivery to allied countries as planned. Source: Chosul.

According to China’s Sina site, owning an air force ready to fight requires the state to pay huge costs, something not every country can do. “Any country that intends to build its own air force must have a solid economic foundation, otherwise they will not be able to maintain a fleet of fighter aircraft,” Sina said. clear. Chinese military experts noted that the Flanker-class fighters were the main foundation of the country’s air force, and they tried to enumerate the factors that influence the cost of the flight. The first indicator to take into account is the fuel consumption, which is influenced by the fuselage weight and the weapon’s weight. Besides, there is also the flight mode (at a lower fuel consumption rate as opposed to tactical maneuvering); engine model (consumption increase is proportional to engine power); pilot skills. The Su-27 Flanker is used as an example. The total weight of fuel carried by the aircraft is 9.7 tons. At the same time an aviation fuel specific gravity of 0.85 will result in a fuel volume of 11,200 liters. “In a normal flight, the Su-27 in cruise mode, excluding maneuvers, fuel consumption per hour is 3,750 liters, its flight time is 3 hours”. If you calculate that with the current jet fuel price of 6,500 yuan per ton ($ 990), the Su-27’s one-hour flight time will cost 63,000 yuan ($ 9,590), “Sina said. just the most economic state “. If we take into account take-off time and the pilot’s tactical actions, fuel consumption increases by at least three times, or about 200,000 yuan per hour ($ 30,400), Sina said. Given this fact, the Chinese newspaper argues that average countries simply cannot have a large-scale Air Force, if one takes into account these factors. In addition to the amount of fuel consumption, the purchase of ready-made fighters abroad requires the payment of tens of millions of dollars per aircraft, possibly hundreds of millions of dollars. After solving the problem of purchasing combat vehicles (including accompanying weapons), it is necessary to continue investing in the maintenance, maintenance, construction of ground infrastructure and pilot training. “The money to maintain a large number of fighters is extremely expensive. But without its own air force, any country in the modern world could be plundered by the opponent”, Sina confirmed. However, the Chinese newspaper also noted that the flight on the Su-27 is not the culmination of costs, as an hour of flight of the F-35 stealth fighter is estimated at $ 36,000, even though it is only a single engine. The aforementioned amount is mainly calculated into the depreciation cost of machinery or the wear and tear of stealth coating, guaranteed weapons, showing that owning the fifth generation fighter is still a dream of many countries.

Qconstruction process

On the first day, the self-defense battalion was established consisting of the commanding board, 2 companies and 2 subordinate platoons with 193 officers and soldiers, of which 21 were officers, professional soldiers, and defense officers. In response to the request in the new situation, on August 21, 2006, the Commander of the Navy decided to upgrade the Self-Defense Battalion of Saigon Newport Company to a self-defense flotilla with 11 affiliated units, including: 1 Fleet of ships; 3 Companies and 7 Platoons. Self-defense flotilla forces are deployed at Tan Cang – Cat Lai Port, Tan Cang – Hiep Phuoc Port, ICD Tan Cang – Song Than, ICD Tan Cang – Long Binh, the Port Cluster of Cai Mep, the Port of Tan Cang – Central Region and the Hai Phong Region.

The Self-Defense Squadron has been regularly strengthened to consolidate its organization, and sent officers to train in military academies and schools. Specifically: coordinating with the Naval Academy to open 6 classes to foster military knowledge; coordinated with the Naval Special Forces Brigade 126 in training in counter-terrorism; organize for young cadres, cadres in the planned source subjects to study in combat units in Region 2, Region 4 of the Navy. Up to now, the frame staff of the Self-Defense Squad have been trained and appointed with sufficient quantity, have good ethical qualities, are capable, and the quality of the contingent of self-defense officers and soldiers has been improved.

The Saigon Newport Self-Defense Force has strengthened and is ready to perform the task.

Are not stop improving operational efficiency

The crew regularly renews and improves the quality of political education, considering it one of the important contents to improve the synergy and combat readiness of the self-defense forces.

The forces of the Navy Squadron actively developed and deployed military training plans to ensure strict and scientific; in accordance with the characteristics and tasks of production and business of the Corporation and the provisions of the Ordinance. Follow the motto “basic, practical, quality“.

Because the training of the Self-Defense Squadron often focuses on Saturday, Sunday, so the Squadron has combined training with ideological work, propaganda, guaranteed number 98% or more and achieved high results.

In addition to the training contents according to the provisions of the Ordinance on Militia and Self-Defense, the force of the Squadron was also strengthened with training in shooting targets at sea, training to drop mines; training in practice of A2 options to serve the protection of public holidays and New Year; terrorism prevention training, fire and explosion prevention training … the theoretical contents were organized in class and discussed in the Navy; practical training contents are organized decentralized in the squadrons, companies, platoons directly under.

The results of the annual military training courses are 100% satisfactory, in which there are many contents achieving the rate of over 70%, fairly and well. Participating in activities of the Southern Maritime Self-Defense Festival continuously won first and second prizes for the whole delegation.

Successful implementation of the mission

The Saigon New Port Self-Defense Force patrols and ensures the security of the port

The crew has well implemented the combat readiness plans, well managed the security and order of the stationed areas, strictly maintained discipline training, built formal order and industrial civilization.

Strictly complying with the regulations on coordination with the police and the army in the areas where they are stationed, coordinating the exercises of plans A2, fire and explosion prevention, terrorism prevention, search and rescue, rescue and security. seaport, military port regulations. Regularly maintain communication between the forces within the unit in order to promptly detect and handle signs, phenomena and acts of illegal intrusion to the unit at all times.

Pilot organization, successfully towing submarines and successfully completing external activities to welcome foreign military ships at Cam Ranh international port; participating in the search, rescue and rescue of CASA- and SU-30 MK aircraft in distress with the highest political responsibility, highly appreciated by the Military Service and the Ministry of Defense;

Organizing the reception and loading and unloading of thousands of tons of weapons and equipment; welcome, see off, ensure absolute security and safety for hundreds of delegations of the Party, State, ministries and people to visit Truong Sa archipelago, DK1 Rig House; constructing many military projects on Truong Sa archipelago, border patrol roads and defensive areas on the mainland to ensure confidentiality and safety; strictly control more than 30,000 people and more than 30,000 vehicles going in and out of facilities every day.

Maintain the No. 1 position in Vietnam in seaport operation

As a mass armed force that cannot escape production, over the years, the forces of the Self-Defense Squad have contributed to bringing Saigon New Port to the No. 1 position in Vietnam in seaport operations.

Account for over 62% market share of handling import and export containers through national seaports; accounting for 25% of the country’s total import-export turnover; Contributing 37% of total import-export tax revenue and 8% of total national budget revenue; Saigon New Port is in the TOP 19 container port clusters with the largest volume in the world, and in the TOP 10 logistics service enterprises in Vietnam.

As one of the 7 State-owned enterprises proposed by the Ministry of Planning and Investment to research and participate in the large-scale State-owned enterprise development project to promote the leading role, paving the way in the seaport operation industry, logistics services in Vietnam. Achieving National Brand for the 6th time in a row; ranked 100 sustainable development enterprises in 2020.

Colonel Nguyen Van Hanh, Deputy General Director cum Hai Doan Chief awarded awards to individuals with outstanding achievements in the year.

Over 20 years of construction and growth, generations of officers and soldiers of Saigon Newport Corporation have completed the assigned tasks. For 12 consecutive years (from 2009 to 2020), the self-defense squadron of Saigon Newport Corporation was awarded the title of Quyet Thang Unit by the Head of the High Command of the Navy; 121 collective turns, 607 individual turns were awarded. In particular, in 2017, the Navy was honored to be awarded the Third Class Fatherland Protection Medal by the State President. On the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the traditional day, the Navy is honored to be awarded the Certificate of Merit by the Minister of Defense.

20 years of construction and development, the self-defense squadron of Saigon Newport Corporation has been contributing to preserving and promoting the tradition of the Labor Hero Unit of Saigon Newport Corporation. Contributing positively to the building of Vietnam’s self-defense force, worthy of the praise of President Ho Chi Minh: “The militia and the guerrillas are the force of the entire nation, an invincible force, the iron wall of the Fatherland, no matter how violent the enemy will touch that force, that wall, All enemies must disintegrate “.