Kwek 0 Report post Posted September 19, 2006 Nice shots Raymond. The dude that you took the photo in the C-130 is the loadmaster. And fighter jets carry cannon, in the case of F-16s the Vulcan cannon. Machine gun no use lah. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LW Wong 0 Report post Posted September 19, 2006 I see many remove before flight tags in the pictures..I wish I could grab one of those tags Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kwek 0 Report post Posted September 20, 2006 Correction, it the Gatling gun. ...... in the case of F-16s the Vulcan cannon. You can get cheap "Remove before flight" tags from Bangkok - 3 for 100 THB. Prices before the coup. I see many remove before flight tags in the pictures..I wish I could grab one of those tags Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denny Yen 0 Report post Posted September 20, 2006 Correction, it the Gatling gun. You can get cheap "Remove before flight" tags from Bangkok - 3 for 100 THB. Prices before the coup. "Gatling" is correct terminology, because it refers to the continuous "tearing" sound (impossible to hear each individual round) when it is fired. The F-16 canon is M61 A1 Vulcan (aka gatling gun), which fires at 6,000 rounds per second. This is the set-up. Muzzle velocity is at 1,036m per second (3,400ft per sec). The canon is versatile, depending on the mission specs, it uses several types of round. For e.g., armor piercing, tracers, timed exploding rounds, incendiary, etc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sim Lim Shen 0 Report post Posted September 21, 2006 "Gatling" is correct terminology, because it refers to the continuous "tearing" sound (impossible to hear each individual round) when it is fired. The F-16 canon is M61 A1 Vulcan (aka gatling gun), which fires at 6,000 rounds per second. This is the set-up. Muzzle velocity is at 1,036m per second (3,400ft per sec). The canon is versatile, depending on the mission specs, it uses several types of round. For e.g., armor piercing, tracers, timed exploding rounds, incendiary, etc. Marvelous Denny. Where did you get all this information? 6000 rounds/second. That is quick. Do you have any idea, for a typical mission, how many rounds of bullets do they load? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ignatius 4 Report post Posted September 21, 2006 I think its more logical to say 6000 rounds per minute, per sec is like no camera shutter could capture 1 bullet in a frame, hehe typo error i assume Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Denny Yen 0 Report post Posted September 21, 2006 Correction, it should be 6,000rpm or 100rps. There is no typo in the muzzle velocity. A single multi-barrel canon saves weight compared to 2 canons. Furthermore, a high rate of fire can help ensure as much rounds can hit a fast-travelling target. Designers calculated that at 100rps meant that each shell is spaced by 0.01 sec. A fighter such as a MiG-29 (17.20m length) at 90deg angle flying at 1,000 km/h travels 2.78m in 0.01 sec. Therefore, the MIG could get hit 5-6 times (assuming that the aim is accurate). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sim Lim Shen 0 Report post Posted September 22, 2006 Correction, it should be 6,000rpm or 100rps. There is no typo in the muzzle velocity. A single multi-barrel canon saves weight compared to 2 canons. Furthermore, a high rate of fire can help ensure as much rounds can hit a fast-travelling target. Designers calculated that at 100rps meant that each shell is spaced by 0.01 sec. A fighter such as a MiG-29 (17.20m length) at 90deg angle flying at 1,000 km/h travels 2.78m in 0.01 sec. Therefore, the MIG could get hit 5-6 times (assuming that the aim is accurate). Wow Denny. You certainly are very knowledgable. I am very very very impressed with your ability to provide facts and figures, not only in this subject, but also in other aspects. Salute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kwek 0 Report post Posted October 15, 2006 (edited) There's an ebook on Operation Flying Eagle (Tsunami rescue) for those are interested to download. Lot's of RSAF Chinook, C-130 and Super Puma ops photos inside. http://www.mindef.gov.sg/imindef/resources...chingOutOFE.pdf Edited October 15, 2006 by Kwek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gavin Andrew David 6 Report post Posted October 16, 2006 Thanks Kwek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Banshee 0 Report post Posted October 27, 2006 Well done Guys Some excellent photos from an excellent Air arm....more pleeeeeeeeeeeeze Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kwek 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2008 Time to revive this old thread..................... Event: RSAF Open House 2008 Date/Time: 30-31 Aug 9 am to 7 pm Place: Paya Lebar Air Base Getting There: a. Free shuttle service* to Paya Lebar Air Base is available at Hougang SBS Transit Bus Interchange and Eunos SBS Transit Bus Interchange, or b. Hop onto SBS Transit Bus Service 90 at Toa Payoh SBS Transit Bus Interchange and alight opposite Air Force Museum. The entrance is just next to the Air Force Museum * Free Shuttle Service operating hours: 0830 hrs to 2000 hrs Event Description: This year, the Republic of Singapore Air Force turns 40! As part of the 40th Anniversary Celebrations, the RSAF Open House 2008 will be held for the public on the 30th and 31st August 2008. The event will showcase the 3rd Generation RSAF and the capabilities that the RSAF has developed over the years. Exciting highlights include aerial display performances, aircraft rides, hot air balloon rides, display of our advanced weapon systems and carnival activities for all! A set of 5 commemorative stamps featuring the diverse range of vocations that make up the 3rd Generation RSAF will be officially launched by SingPost on 28 Aug 08. The set of stamps in the form of First Day Cover affixed with stamps and Presentation Pack will also be available for sale during the RSAF Open House. There will also be a commemorative 40th Annivesary Book on sale at show site. Publicity Website: Please visit RSAF Open House 2008 website for event highlights, event map and other details. http://www.mindef.gov.sg/rsaf/oh08/index.html Spotting note: This is probably the last few chances to see the F-5s and E-2Cs in RSAF colours. I am sure there will quite a few Mwingers at the Open House! Attendees check in! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pieter C. 5 Report post Posted August 16, 2008 Looks a great program for a fine day out !!! Cannot take part in the lucky draw for flying the Chinook, Herkie Bird or Dutch Lady Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cephas 0 Report post Posted August 20, 2008 (edited) The medics were on patrol via golf carts. But TK's fainting wasn't convincing enough to qualify for a mouth to mouth resucitation. Nowadays mouth to mouth is not used often already. The medics carry a "squeeze bottle" attached to a resusitation mask. They use that for resusitation. Haha.... No wonder they need a golf cart. I've seen how much equipment they carry where I work. Edited August 20, 2008 by Cephas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MIR 2 Report post Posted June 2, 2011 USAF Boeing E-4B arrived from Hawaii yesterday . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
