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Chinese & Thai Air Forces Engage in Simulated Air Combat During Exercise Falcon Strike 2024


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The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF) has sent a fleet of fighters to Thailand as part of the ongoing Exercise Falcon Strike 2024. In a display of military cooperation, the PLAAF’s J-10C fighters are squaring off against the Royal Thai Air Force’s Saab Gripen fighters in simulated air combat scenarios.

 

The exercise, which commenced on August 18 and will run through to August 29, marks the seventh iteration of Falcon Strike between the two nations. The PLAAF deployment, which began on August 14, includes advanced J-10C fighters, two-seat J-10AS variants, JH-7A attack aircraft, and a Xian Y-20 strategic transport aircraft.

 

Falcon Strike 2024 is aimed at enhancing military cooperation and interoperability between the Chinese and Thai air forces. The timing of the exercise aligns with a diplomatic visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Thailand, following his official trip to Myanmar.

 

The Royal Thai Air Force’s Saab Gripen jets are serving as the "red force" in the exercise, providing a formidable challenge to their Chinese counterparts.

 

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2 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

Now you know why the US is hesitant to share Western fighter jet technology with Thailand, Sweden seems to be ok with it though, at least according to the new Saab fighter jet deal.

On the contrary, the US is very keen to get the aircraft contract that it has bid on and share its technology.  The Saab deal is not yet finalised.

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12 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

On the contrary, the US is very keen to get the aircraft contract that it has bid on and share its technology.  The Saab deal is not yet finalised.

 

The sticking point, or "significant factor", was the "tactical data link technology" that SAAB was offering. Also, an article yesterday on the BankokPost stated the Airforce has already chosen the SAAB over the US F-16.

 

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"One significant factor driving this preference is the comprehensive offset policy offered by Saab AB. This includes access to Saab’s tactical data link technology, which is highly valued by the RTAF for future integration. The air force has plans to develop its own version of this technology, named Link T."

 

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17 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

On the contrary, the US is very keen to get the aircraft contract that it has bid on and share its technology.  The Saab deal is not yet finalised.

They may imply that but it’s a bit naive to think they want to sell the F35 to Thailand. Main issues being because it is just too sophisticated for them and their over buddiness with China. With that, this article is rather cringe. 🙄

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19 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

Also, an article yesterday on the BankokPost stated the Airforce has already chosen the SAAB over the US F-16.

The Bangkok Post also reported that the deal has yet to be confirmed by the Minister.

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3 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Falcon Strike 2024 is aimed at enhancing military cooperation and interoperability between the Chinese and Thai air forces. The timing of the exercise aligns with a diplomatic visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Thailand, following his official trip to Myanmar.

 

The Royal Thai Air Force’s Saab Gripen jets are serving as the "red force" in the exercise, providing a formidable challenge to their Chinese counterparts

I'm just popping in for a diplomatic visit. Oh by the way, I'm bringing my air force with me!

 

Coupe of chaps with me would appreciate a really good look at those new Swedish jets you have got. They are going to Moscow next month to brief up our comrades...

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11 minutes ago, daveAustin said:
29 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

On the contrary, the US is very keen to get the aircraft contract that it has bid on and share its technology.  The Saab deal is not yet finalised.

They may imply that but it’s a bit naive to think they want to sell the F35 to Thailand.

It's a bit naive to suggest that anyone thinks, or has stated, that the F35 is on the table.

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4 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

 

Thailand's integration with its motherland is almost complete then.

Thailand is an Asian nation, would you expect them to totally side with the west?

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