Pakistan Air Force Transport
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some 'rivets' missing on this herky...
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Did you know...
the four CN235M-220s purchased in 2002 can be retro fitted for the Overland/Maritime Surveillance Patrol role with the Thales Ocean Master 400 if the PAF so desires.
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They are cheaper than 235 being only used for transport. Though 235/295 would've been better if navy has plans for additional MPA, surveillance or intelligence platforms.
They also offer equipment for desired role in pallets form so you can configure the aircraft for special mission or used for cargo/transport when needed. Electronic/communication surveillance role should be considered by PAF but, what about an AC-130 like gunship? terrorists would love it!
Not aware of the status of recent upgrades apart from the initial glass cockpit and structural upgrades.
Acquiring them second hand definitely made the sticker price cheaper than the Cn235 new build and the plus point is that PIA are operating the type but a commercial/military logistic supply chain partnership has its risk. The commercial entity can walk away anytime they want whereas the military entity rarely has that luxury.
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