Iran's Newest Warplane Something from GI Joe?

[meatloaf109]

Only with regards to commercial aviation. As far as military aircraft, it's based on the operator's choices and sometimes treaties with other nations may come into play. The SAM you saw being restored probably had english on it based on the original customer's request

So, what do you think. Would the Iranians mark everything in English only, if this were an actual aircraft and not some mock-up? I'm not really up on them, but I'm pretty sure they hate us.

 

[meatloaf109]

On the slideshow of images it has an RAF roundel under one wing!!

That's Green, White and Red, Iranian insignia.

 

[FLYBOYJ]

So, what do you think. Would the Iranians mark everything in English only, if this were an actual aircraft and not some mock-up? I'm not really up on them, but I'm pretty sure they hate us.

I can't explain why they did this, perhaps so the west could read it or since a majority of their aircraft and technical information is in English they use it as a second language.

It also could be that since they bought some of this stuff from "Sporty's" and "Aircraft Spruce" it was in English to begin with!

 

[FLYBOYJ]

Seems all their placards are in English.

Photos: Grumman F-14A Tomcat Aircraft Pictures | Airliners.net

 

[N4521U]

Question is, who makes this kit?

 

[DerAdlerIstGelandet]

I can't explain why they did this, perhaps so the west could read it or since a majority of their aircraft and technical information is in English they use it as a second language.

It also could be that since they bought some of this stuff from "Sporty's" and "Aircraft Spruce" it was in English to begin with!

Do you know when that pic was taken?

 

[Njaco]

Question is, who makes this kit?

IranMart.

 

[R Pope]

Probably pretty stealthy, looks to be made of plywood! Note the nice finish around the cockpit where the canopy seals down, and the ripple finish where the light is reflecting on the far side of the nose.
Unless those guys are 8 feet tall, the span can't be more than about 20 feet.

 

[tyrodtom]

Pretty odd they can make a airplane, but can't make a stencil machine that writes in Farsi.

 

[Jack_Hill]

No (dirty)canopy hook/joints, twisted fiberglass structure, microlight radio, 100 euros GPS, incredible wings/fin and rudder profiles.
How can Iran fall so deep ?
Not even talking 'bout air intakes.

 

[DerAdlerIstGelandet]

No (dirty)canopy hook/joints, twisted fiberglass structure, microlight radio, 100 euros GPS, incredible wings/fin and rudder profiles.
How can Iran fall so deep ?

Don't forget the car stereo...

 

[Matt308]

I would put DeckApe up against Iranian aerospace engineers any day of the week. These Islamonazi's haven't even mastered card models.

 

[meatloaf109]

Don't forget the car stereo...

Been searching for that face plate, I know I've seen it before.

 

[fubar57]

Don't forget the car stereo...

It would be pretty cool rockin' to the oldies as you're punching out of a fireball.

Geo

 

[Capt. Vick]

Hahahahahaha!!!!!

 

[FLYBOYJ]

Do you know when that pic was taken?

Not sure, it seems recent

 

[tyrodtom]

I think these pictures were just meant to impress the general public in Iran, not the international aviation crowd.

 

[Marcel]

I think these pictures were just meant to impress the general public in Iran, not the international aviation crowd.

that's what my Iranian collegue said. It's almost the end of the persident's turn and he has to show off to show what a good president he's been. Prtetty pathetic.

 

[GrauGeist]

The Iranian people have to be alot smarter than that...I've seen more realistic concept vehicles at auto shows...it even looks like the wheels would fall off if someone tried to move it!

The only person being fooled here is Amanutjob himself if he believes anyone would take this aircraft seriously!

 

[Njaco]

I've always thought the Iranian people on the whole are more intelligent and sharper than their contemporaries. I'm sure there were some giggles in the back alleys of Tehran this week.