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10 hours ago, thequietman said:

Maybe buy one of these. Jus load all the generals in, and then lift off!  

 

2 birds, one stone. ????

Would be too heavy to launch.

tourists or no tourists, gotta keep that gravy train moving

When I see things like this I am just so grateful that as a Non Thai National, Thailand's internal affairs are not something I should be concerning myself with.

For a Generals use. It's a bargain.

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Army to Buy B1.35bn Aircraft to Replace An Old Plane

 

Another brilliant, far-sighted move by the Hero-General and his heroic band of well-dressed warriors.

 

While others are wringing their hands and moaning about silly distractions like the economy…the Fearless Leader stays focused on the priority issues facing Thailand. As all correct-thinking people know...lavish, extravagant, luxurious transportation for the military elite is absolutely essential to ensure the country's security. And security is job one.

 

All true patriots joyously praise the nation’s leadership....who remain battle-ready and poised to meet any and all challenges.

 

 

 

Edited July 21, 20205 yr by Hayduke

Loans, what loans, we don't need no stinking loans, we will just use up the money the people will never get there hands on that has just been sitting and not doing anything except collecting dust. We can put it to good use. We need a plane so we can fly over the people, lord over the people and show the world we are a country who is not afraid to spend what we have saved.....isn't that the gist. To me its just Plane old BS and Rubbish.  However, I can not make a difference but the youth of Thailand can. My GF says her Thai friends just accept it because it will never change...

Edited July 21, 20205 yr by ThailandRyan

Timing is everything - and they got this one wrong .......................LOL

Just one more example of thoughtless waste of taxpayer money. And the taxpayers will rise up and make their feelings very well known. The feet of clay of this so-called democratic government are showing more signs of cracks.

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

planned earlier to spend 1,348.5 million baht from its fiscal 2020 on a medium-sized airplane for general use.

For GENERAL use, they certainly got that one right. However, lets not forget Wives shopping trips to Singapore, Mia Noi excursions, and everyday jollies. 

37 minutes ago, ThailandRyan said:

Loans, what loans, we don't need no stinking loans, we will just use up the money the people will never get there hands on that has just been sitting and not doing anything except collecting dust. We can put it to good use. We need a plane so we can fly over the people, lord over the people and show the world we are a country who is not afraid to spend what we have saved.....isn't that the gist. To me its just Plane old BS and Rubbish.  However, I can not make a difference but the youth of Thailand can. My GF says her Thai friends just accept it because it will never change...

Same with my Wife Ryan. She tells me they have all the guns and tanks, what can the people do. Almost as a total defeatist, however, It could look hopeful if the young people carry on as they did last weekend. 

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The Army Transportation Department reportedly planned earlier to spend 1,348.5 million baht from its fiscal 2020 on a medium-sized airplane for general use.

Pun intended?

10 hours ago, JensenZ said:

This really stinks. A few months ago the PM explained to the public there is no more money to help people eat and he was begging the rich to help out. This is absolutely disgusting at this time when Thai people are suffering from extreme financial hardship with no end in sight.

What he meant was ...There is no more money to help 'poor' people.  There is always plenty of money available to help the 'Elite'..i.e. him and his cronies !

A private jet is obviously for the brass. I suppose in the long run it might be more economical to buy a new one for US$4.35 million than to use an existing 737-type?

THIS is exactly why ALL those protesters are out there....... Protesting this Military Dictatorship spending for Army comforts while poor Issan folks are hurting for food, education, and sickness......

14 hours ago, colinneil said:

Toys for the  boys.

Thai airways have lots of spare aircraft, why not use 1 of them? 

Ohh silly me no backhanders if they do that.

Ah, but such an embarrassment when the leasing company repossess the designated VIP transport!

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The army will procure a new plane worth 1.35 billion baht

priorities haven't changed then, talk about rubbing salt into peoples wounds !

14 hours ago, djayz said:

Have the farmers received their 15k yet? 

Have those who lost their livelihoods in the lock down received financial support? 

Is the educational system here so good that it doesn't need to be overhauled and brought up to modern day standards and requirements? 

Is the healthcare system, medical staff, hospitals, medical equipment, etc. of such superior quality that celebrities don't need to run the length of the country in an effort to drum up donations for it? 

Are the police, soldiers, etc. so well paid that they don't need to take backhanders in order to make ends meet? 

The list of issues in this country which should first be tackled before squandering that kind of money of status symbols is as long as my arm.

Again, a limited few taking care of themselves while the majority are simply ignored. Makes my blood boil! 

 

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14 hours ago, tifino said:

for General???????????????? use...  

 

funny, a Gulfstream?

- I'd have thought a Geely,

with complimentary HardPoints  

 as it might go some way towards a  'Tactical' militray justification

Oh I'm sure that it could be used for "humanitarian missions " if needed.

Just like the:

2 Boeing 737s

1 A319

1 A320

1 A340

3 ATR 72s

3 Sukhoi 100s

5 Skikorsky S92 helicopters

8 Bell 412 helicopters

which they currently have configured for VIP transport...

A craftily worded announcement. Buying a top of the line business jet to replace an aging twin turbo prop seems like a waste of money considering plethora of jets on market following pandemic scare.

The Military already took over one of the 10 A340’s which  THAI stopped using years ago ( Nine are still sitting around Thai airports) but presumably this is for the Air Force. Also I distinctly remember that the Royal Thai Police bought a new passenger jet a few months ago to cart around Little Fatty. Wonder when the first submarine will arrive !

14 hours ago, worgeordie said:

Annual Budget

The total annual budget for flying a Gulfstream G500 private jet 200 hours per year is approximately $1,530,601 or $2,368,438 for flying 400 hours per year. The maximum speed of the Gulfstream G500 is 560 mph, but with slower climb, cruise and descending speeds it is more likely to average 448 mph which would equate to an average cost per mile of approximately $17.08 at 200 hours per year. If you fly 400 hours per year, you can spread the total fixed costs over more flight hours which reduces your cost per mile to $13.22.

These budgets do not include the cost to purchase the jet, depreciation or the cost of capital (interest payments.)

 

Better park it next to the Aircraft carrier,as its going to be too expensive to  use !

regards worgeordie

They will spare no expense for the army. They don’t care about the people of Thailand.

14 hours ago, colinneil said:

Thai airways have lots of spare aircraft, why not use 1 of them? 

 

Yes - you see many planes both Military & Civilian doing nothing parked at DMK.

Why does the ARMY need to buy planes is that not the remit of an Air Force?

14 hours ago, Reigntax said:

If only they would fill it up with generals, and ex generals for a one way trip to their masters in China.

That is quite possibly what it will end up being used for. After a late night dash to the airport in the armoured limos (they bought a couple of years ago) convoyed by the "Strikers" they have just acquired...

Did the main Thai media and televisions dare to mention it? In addition, in the midst of a difficult period for millions of citizens? I'm asking the question!

Let the people go hungry this is more important 

15 hours ago, ThailandRyan said:

The top brass need to fly in style.  Why not waste some more money. Why not procure an aircraft from Thai Airways and retrofit it.....

The Air Force has one already an A 340. THai has no small aircraft that you can compare. However, may still have a Saab available.

 

11 minutes ago, Searat7 said:

The Military already took over one of the 10 A340’s which  THAI stopped using years ago ( Nine are still sitting around Thai airports) but presumably this is for the Air Force. Also I distinctly remember that the Royal Thai Police bought a new passenger jet a few months ago to cart around Little Fatty. Wonder when the first submarine will arrive !

Three are still left, not 10.

 

The forum members that cheer-led this government into office should hang their heads in shame.

14 hours ago, djayz said:

Have the farmers received their 15k yet? 

Have those who lost their livelihoods in the lock down received financial support? 

Is the educational system here so good that it doesn't need to be overhauled and brought up to modern day standards and requirements? 

Is the healthcare system, medical staff, hospitals, medical equipment, etc. of such superior quality that celebrities don't need to run the length of the country in an effort to drum up donations for it? 

Are the police, soldiers, etc. so well paid that they don't need to take backhanders in order to make ends meet? 

The list of issues in this country which should first be tackled before squandering that kind of money of status symbols is as long as my arm.

Again, a limited few taking care of themselves while the majority are simply ignored. Makes my blood boil! 

 

It's the same in any banana republic.