'LowObservable' has left out the potential Singaporean buy of perhaps 12? F-35Bs?
In Focus: Singapore steps up deterrent capabilities Greg Waldron, Flight International, February 1, 2012
IN FOCUS: Singapore steps up deterrent capabilities
"...Sources say Singapore could also be interested in the F-35B, the type's short take-off and vertical landing variant...."
Is Not Enough: Reflections on China’s Military Trajectory and the U.S. Pivot 25 Nov 2012
Richard D. Fisher, Jr. | Senior Fellow, International Assessment and Strategy Center
http://www.strategycenter.net/docLib...ough112512.pdf
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For Singapore, widely expected to buy the F-35 and Taiwan, which has also signaled its interest, the F-35B offers 5th generation performance plus tactical concealment advantages, as it could also be employed from the protective cover of U.S. naval formations with carriers or LHD size ships...."
Singapore looks to ties that bind 06 Apr 2013 SEAH CHIANG NEE
Singapore looks to ties that bind - Opinion | The Star Online
F-35 office sees improved relations with contractor 26 Apr 2013 Aaron Mehta
http://www.airforcetimes.com/article/20130426/NEWS/304260013 (page 3)
"...Adding partners can help bring down costs, and both Singapore and South Korea have shown interest in purchasing the plane, which could lead to a boost in orders that will force down unit costs in the future. Singapore has shown "tremendous interest" in the JSF, according to Bogdan. "They are quite enthused about the airplane. I believe by this summer we will hear" if they will be purchasing. Similarly, South Korea should have a decision for their fighter replacement program by June , and said he is "cautiously optimistic" the country will pick the F-35...."
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Have searched for Sea Gripen here, not sure if this undated detailed info has been posted earlier (unsurprisingly these details were news to me but so are a lot of things).
SEA GRIPEN: FORCE MULTIPLIER FOR THE INDIAN NAVY (IN) Apr? 2013?
Tony Ogilvy MBE AFC, General Manager, Aeronautics Head of Sea Gripen Design Centre, Saab UK
Sea Gripen: Force Multiplier For The Indian Navy (IN)
“...The design phase was completed in August 2012, and with a customer in support of this programme the next step will be the production of test vehicle(s) for proof of concept and deck launch & recovery work.
With a catapult launch Sea Gripen will be able to operate to its maximum takeoff weight of 16.5 tonnes, which will provide navies with Gripen EF performance and capability from a carrier base. Without catapult assist-ance, we are working on further methods to increase takeoff payload. Saab anticipates that Sea Gripen will offer a very capable payload performance from a 200 metre deck run, and 14 degree ramp exit. [Bit of CVF metal bashing should put things right with some AAG (Advanced Arrestor Gear).]
The Sea Gripen is an ideal replacement for existing fleets, countries which will return to carrier based operations, and potential emerging aircraft carrier nations. Its footprint will allow it to operate from all existing carriers in service, and fit on every lift in operation worldwide.
Sea Gripen is the new-generation carrier-based fighter option for the future. With all the capabilities of the Gripen EF, it will be the most technologically advanced fighter aircraft in the world for embarked operations.”