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Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 11:45am On Mar 11, 2022 |
Good day, citizens of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Nairaland Netizens. In response to the previous thread made by @God1000 asking if Nigeria has combat helicopter gunships, I'll be making this thread to educate the Nigerian public. Re: Do We Have Any Of These Helicopter gunships In Nigeria? @lalasticlala @mynd44 please move to the Frontpage let's educate our people LET'S GO GREEN 47 Likes 7 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 11:51am On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce just like any other Airforce around the world is tasked with protection of the territorial integrity of it's nation airspace. The Nigerian Airforce is the most sophisticated Airforce in the entire West African sub-region having participated in countless wars, missions and campaigns. It's equipped with fighter aircrafts, Helicopter gunships, Attack aircrafts and other aircraft types. Note: This list would include some retired airframes 42 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 11:58am On Mar 11, 2022 |
First on the list, is the Nigerian Airforce Alpha jet. This is the workhorse of the Nigerian Airforce. It's the prominent attack platform of the Nigerian Airforce. It was first purchased in the 1980s. Initially 24 airframes were ordered. In recent years, more were ordered. Unfortunately, some had crashed and were written off. Currently, atleast 13 airframes are serviceable. Alot of the airframes have been upgraded locally. These planes has served in missions across North East Nigeria, Northwest Nigeria, Liberia Civil wars, Sierra Leone civil war, 2017 intervention in Gambia, airstrikes in Southern Niger, etc. Most Nigerian Airforce airstrikes were conducted by the Alpha jet. 39 Likes 6 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:12pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Next on the list, is the Nigerian Mil Gunship helicopter series. The Mil gunships are Russian built combat helicopters. The helicopters were purchased in the early 2000s for the Nigerian Airforce in order to combat the Niger-delta militancy. Currently, the Nigerian Airforce operates the Mi-24v, Mi-35p and the latest and modern version which is the Mi-35m. Due to American sanctions on Russia, the delivery of the remaining 5 Mi-35m helicopters have been delayed. The helicopters in the Nigerian Airforce inventory, are currently serving in the war theaters. Nigeria operates atleast 20 of the helicopter type. 41 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by PrinceOfLagos: 12:16pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
I laugh ![]() ![]() Compare this children toys you posted here to Egypt or Morocco fighter jets you will be shocked 287 Likes 19 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:19pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce Jaguar Jets are fighter bombers which were purchased in the early 80s by the shehu shagari administration. They were 18 in number. The planes had to be retired early in the mid 1990s during the Abacha regime due to sanctions and lack of spares and had a low service time. It was the most advanced aircraft purchased by the Nigerian Airforce until the arrival of the JF-17 fighter aircraft in 2021. 38 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Blackfire(m): 12:25pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Russia beware of us 160 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:29pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce F-7Ni Airguard are the FASTEST aircraft in the Nigerian Airforce with a speed of 2200km/hr. They are the airdefence interceptors. The planes are responsible for keeping the Nigerian airspace in check against intruders. It's a Chinese built aircraft, a Chinese version of the Mig 21. 15 aircrafts were purchased. Over the years few crashed, the recent being the mid air collision in Abuja few days to 1st October 2018. They are mainly based at the Nigerian Airforce airbase, Makurdi, Benue state. 26 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Parachoko: 12:34pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
PrinceOfLagos:Nah small small man The military failed to spend on Defense OBJ failed to spend on them too Nah the result we dey see now 81 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:37pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce Mikoyan Gurvenich Mig 21 are Russian built Fighter-interceptors purchased in the 1970's. They are presently RETIRED. 35 aircrafts were purchased, they participated in the Nigeria-Chadian conflict of 1982. They were retired in the 1990s due to lack of spares and ageing airframes. 18 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by omowolewa: 12:40pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Let's pledge some to Ukraine 15 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:42pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Nigerian Airforce Agusta Westland AW-109 helicopters are utility helicopters which are also modified into helicopter gunships. There are atleast 18 airframes in the Nigerian Airforce. Currently, the gunships provide airsupport mostly in the Northwest, and are most suitable for low intensity conflicts. They are armed with gunpods and rockets. 35 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 12:54pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce JF-17 Block 2 4th generation multirole lightweight fighter aircraft is the most modern combat aircraft in the Nigerian Airforce. Nigeria declared interest in the aircraft in the year 2014, with plans to purchase at least 25-40 airframes. Currently, 3 of the aircraft were delivered in the year 2021. It was made by a collaborative effort by Pakistan and China. 34 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 1:04pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian A 29 super tucano is a turboprop ground attack aircraft. The Brazilian-American airframe was purchased in the most expensive deal of the Nigerian Airforce, valued by atleast 550 million dollars from the government of the United States. 12 of the airframes were purchased. The aircrafts are based at the Air combat training group, Kanji with some of the aircrafts being deployed in the North East, currently combating ISWAP and JAS elements. It brings unique abilities to the Nigerian Airforce and it's and advanced craft 25 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 1:09pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Nigerian Airforce M-346fa attack aircrafts are currently being purchased from Leonardo Italy. The Airforce plans to purchase 24 aircrafts. These aircrafts will be essential to the support of ground troops. Deliveries will start in the year 2022. 25 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Miracle2022: 1:13pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
God bless the Nigerian Air force God bless buhari God bless Nigeria. For good 16 years PDP bought not even one aircraft. 64 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Wannabenz: 1:17pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
All of them na old model. 22 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 1:18pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
The Ah-1z supercobra attack gunship, is an American built attack helicopter. Nigeria has paid 800 million dollars for the purchase of 12 airframes and support spares. Currently, the delivery is being delayed due to human right records. Sources familiar with the matter claims this situation is similar to the purchase of the Super Tucano and would be cleared soon. If eventually delivered, it would be a game changer for the Nigerian Airforce. 50 Likes 2 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by TheWolfen(m): 1:18pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Great 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Stormtrooper11(m): 1:22pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
That's all for Combat Aircrafts folks, maybe next we will do a list of Nigerian spy and transport aircrafts. Thanks. ![]() @lalasticlala @mynd44 @God1000 62 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Nobody: 1:45pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Stormtrooper11: Which Air Support? You forgot to mention the incompetence of the quota-system pilots flying these gunships. Go and check the inventory of the Algerian and Egyptian Air Force and see what serious Countries operate in their Air Force. May God help all of you to prevent any serious war, external aggression & invasion against Nigeria; the woes of Ukraine will be a child’s play in comparison to what will roast & incinerate all of you. You’re not even ashamed of yourself. Mentioning Augusta AW-109 that farmers are using for aerial application of pesticides & fertilizer on their farmlands in Europe. 98 Likes 17 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by CaptainStephen(m): 1:52pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Good, educate this ignorant folks here. 40 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Ekejoestar(m): 1:53pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Nigeria have the potential to be among top weapons manufacturer in the world but bad leadership is the problem. I pray God will give us a good leader that will help us achieve our full potential and take our rightful place as the greatest super power in Africa and the world at large. shogsman: Fixed 17 Likes |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Totilopussylick(m): 1:59pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
PrinceOfLagos: Those children "toys" are capable of performing wonders ![]() ![]() 27 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Totilopussylick(m): 2:01pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Blackfire: To say na Nigeria vs Russia war going on now in Ukraine, Nigeria for done turn dessert ![]() 9 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by foryourmindlol: 2:09pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
CaptainStephen:Educate them that Nigeria is a shithole or what? The entire fleet is laughable. 54 Likes 6 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Truvelisback(m): 2:09pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Blackfire:Una never fit challenge Cameroon wey take una Lands na Russia una wan challenge? ![]() 31 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by Truvelisback(m): 2:12pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Totilopussylick:Na Handicap match be dat ![]() 9 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by MangekyoAlt: 2:14pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Our fleet is made up of mostly 1st and 2nd generation aircrafts. The only few here that are close to 3rd generations are the JF-17 and the Tucano. Next time, our govt should save money to buy the Russian made Sukhoi SU-25, SU-27 and other variants of it that we probably would be able to afford. Russian planes are miles cheaper than the ones from the west. 31 Likes 3 Shares
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Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by revolt(m): 2:18pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Quota system won't even let them get good pilots. Plus bulk of these jets are cold war technology. We are doomed I'd we ever get attacked 18 Likes |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by JohnBullMySon: 2:19pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
MangekyoAlt:The future m346 and Cobra are good upgrades though. 6 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Combat Aircrafts Of The Nigerian Airforce (Photos) by careytommy37(m): 2:34pm On Mar 11, 2022 |
Stormtrooper11: Please remove pictures of late officers. It's painful using them to do a campaign 30 Likes |
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