July 17, 201213 yr From Defense Aerospace [excerpt] India’s Aircraft Carrier Ambitions Take A Dive(Source: India Times; published July 16, 2012) NEW DELHI --- Just when the US is seeking to "rebalance'' 60% of its formidable naval fleet towards the Asia-Pacific region, and China steams ahead to commission its first aircraft carrier this year, India's long-standing aim to operate two full-blown carrier battle groups (CBGs) by 2015 has taken a huge hit.
July 17, 201213 yr This isn't "news." India has high hopes, but doesn't possess a credible infrastructure, to bring those hopes to reality. Because of this, they are still relying on the Russians to complete many of their programs - and they are so far behind, it ain't funny. Perasonally, I think they have the cart before the horse - they are wanting to building all these fancy ships and they don't a have capable yard to keep up with the workload. They should modernize their yards, so they are able to crank-out larger numbers. Until, they do, it will be a loonnngggg time before their dreams become reality!
July 17, 201213 yr Author This isn't "news." Not all 'news' is surprising. In any event, let's see if they can do any better with the Scorpene submarines.
July 17, 201213 yr Author Of course, India is not the only one experiencing some difficulty in producing a viable warship ... LPD-17 (cough) ... LCS (cough) ...
July 17, 201213 yr LCS is a warship?! No way, man. You've GOT to be kidding me! (Completely and utterly laced with sarcasm).
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