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[barbarosa]

I would like to say once again that If India can cancel our international contracts regarding the export of JF17, such as SL Egypt Nigeria then what is the benefit of building a large no of JF 17. Then PAC should built it according to PAF requirements.

 

[Tank131]

I would like to say once again that If India can cancel our international contracts regarding the export of JF17, such as SL Egypt Nigeria then what is the benefit of building a large no of JF 17. Then PAC should built it according to PAF requirements.

India did not cancel any deal for JF-17 yet. Yes they are pressuring SL not to buy, but as of yet according to SLAF there is no decision on what fighter to acquire.


Certainly they have not affected anything regarding Egypt or Nigeria. Nigeria has, it seems arranged funds for 3 Thunder already and as far as Egypt goes, already operating 220 F-16 and with induction of Rafale and Mig-35, I think superior options given GCC money had more to do with this, though there are rumors (however unlikely) that they are still interestedn in JF-17, especially for co-production. Remember also the Myanmar is said to have bought 17, Morocco is said to have been very interested (hence inviting the Thunder to The Marrakech Air Show). Azerbaijan is said to be interested and with the new government in Argentina, it is said that they will reopen the fighter competition (but that will depend on Chinese willingness to sell AShM to Argentina). But, the main aim is and should still be PAF.


BTW, there is no reason that the PAF shouldn't tailor the design to themselves as the block 2 iteration is what most of these nations would want/need/require/afford, and even potential future upgrades and special requests for various subsystems can be entertained on a case by case basis.

 

[razgriz19]

Correct

If i may ask, any specific reason?

 

[fatman17]

If i may ask, any specific reason?

US and Russian pressure

 

[Sulman Badshah]

 

[Sulman Badshah]

PAF is evaluating TAI Hurkus.
The TAI Hurkus is a tandem two-seat, low-wing, single-engine, turboprop aircraft being developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries as a new basic trainer and ground attack aircraft.

This is KT-1 woongbi (not hurkus)

 

[Bratva]

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Little background on the pic ?

 

[Kompromat]

Its Hurkus

 

[Sulman Badshah]

Its Hurkus

Hurkus canopy design is different and hurkus is 5 blade trainer .. while KT1 is 4 blade and have a flat canopy design

 

[fatman17]

Is PAF planning to replace the Mushshak

 

[Kompromat]

There is a video of PAF Pilots flying Hurkus

 

[fatman17]

Air-Launched Weapons

China offers latest FT-series precision-guided bombs for export

Miroslav Gyürösi, Bratislava and David Xia, London (Additional Reporting) and Robin Hughes, London - IHS Jane's Missiles & Rockets

07 February 2016

An FT-3A precision-guided bomb on a Hongdu Q-5/A-5 test aircraft. (China Aerospace Science & Technology Corporation )

Key PointsThree new variants complement eight FT-series precision munitions now offered for exportChina is seeking to expand its PGB footprint internationally

With the release of the improved FT-3A, FT-6A, and FT-7 variants earlier this year, Aerospace Long-March International Trade Co Ltd (ALIT), an intermediary subsidiary of the China Aerospace Science & Technology Corporation (CASC), is now promoting the complete Fei Teng (FT) series of precision-guided bombs (PGBs) to the international market.

Developed by the CASC China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT), the CALT/CASC FT-1 and FT-3 precision-guided bombs (PGBs) were first exhibited in November 2006 at the Zhuhai Airshow in China.

Since then the FT family has expanded to include additional FT-2, FT-5, FT-6, FT-9, FT-10, and FT-12 designs now ranging in size from about 25 kg to 1,000 kg. These are arguably in direct competition with the Lei Shi-6 (LS-6) series PGBs developed by the Luoyang Optoelectro Technology Development Center (LOEC), part of Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC).

CALT says all of its FT PGBs are equipped with a guidance system that includes global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receivers, which, while CALT officially refutes any dependence on the US-controlled GPS system according to Chinese press reports would allow the option for GPS, the Russian GLONASS, and potentially China's own BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) GNSS receivers.

China launched the fifth of a new generation of navigation satellites on 3 February, the 21st of the BeiDou System. The first 16 BeiDou satellites formed a network that covered only China and nearby regions. The first new-generation satellite, the 17th in total, was launched in March 2015 to help the network transition from regional to global coverage. By the end of 2018, a further 18 satellites will be put into orbit for the BeiDou system, according to Ran Chengqi, Director of the China Satellite Navigation Office and spokesperson of the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System.

 

[Shabi1]

Is PAF planning to replace the Mushshak

PAF likes to evaluate everything to kee it self updated and either buy them or incorporate those features on its own productions. We have permanent pilots in Turkey so probably just checking it out.

 

[fatman17]

The Emir of Qatar will witness a display of the PAF JF-17 fighters as Pakistan’s Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif visits the country this week. A contingent from the Pakistan Air Force are in Doha preparing for the display, as Sharif, along with a high-level delegation, visits to commence a series of diplomatic talks. Areas where both Qatar and Pakistan may improve bilateral relations include energy cooperation, trade and investment, employment opportunities for the Pakistani workforce in Qatar, and in various defense related fields. While a number of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed, an order for the JF-17 may be a bit premature as Qatar awaits the long delayeddeal of Rafale fighters from Dassault.

 

[fatman17]

PM WITNESSES AERIAL DISPLAY BY PAKISTANI COMBAT AIRCRAFT


By Umer Nangiana/Staff Reporter

An impressive airshow put up by Pakistan Air Force (PAF) at the old Doha International Airport yesterday was witnessed by HE the Prime Minister and Interior Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa al-Thani and Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.
A JF-17 Thunder, a multi-role light combat aircraft indigenously produced in Pakistan in co-operation with China, and a Super Mushshak trainer jet presented aerial stunts at the show where pilots demonstrated the two aircraft’s advanced capabilities.
After completing its range of aerobatics, the JF-17 Thunder in its sign-off salute impressed the audience with a spectacular vertical climb, a straight pull-up followed by aileron rolls pumping flares in its trail.
Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, the Chief of Air Staff, PAF, briefed HE Sheikh Abdullah and Nawaz Sharif on the salient features and capabilities of the aircraft.
Nawaz Sharif arrived in Doha yesterday on an official two-day visit on the invitation of HH the Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and HE the Prime Minister of Qatar.
“Pakistan highly values its relations with Qatar. We are benefiting from each other’s experiences in various fields including defence. Pakistan cherishes the level of co-operation between the two countries and desires to further enhance defence collaboration by offering indigenous aviation products,” the Pakistan prime minister said.
The JF-17 Thunder is a light-weight, single-engine, multi-role aircraft which can be used for ground attack and air intercept. The JF-17 can deploy a variety of weapons including air-to-air and air-to-surface missiles. The aircraft is equipped with cutting edge avionics and weaponry.
“It was during our last government that development of the JF-17 aircraft was initiated. In less than a decade it has made a mark in fighter stream around the world. Today, there are four PAF Squadrons already operational,” the Pakistani premier said, adding that due to its multi role, affordability and capability; many air forces in the world are seriously looking for its induction.
“This joint venture of JF-17 Thunder, in collaboration with our Chinese friends, is no doubt a landmark achievement and a source of pride for the Pakistani nation.”
He said Pakistan is also introducing to the ‘Qatari brothers,’ the Super Mushshak trainer aircraft being used back home for decades. Almost all PAF pilots who have proved their excellence and participated in operations against terrorist hideouts, had initiated their training on this aircraft.
Super Mushaak is being manufactured completely in Pakistan and many friendly countries are operating it. Pakistan also provided training to pilots, engineers and technicians of the countries who have acquired this aircraft.
“I am confident that close defence co-operation will further strengthen our strong brotherly relations,” Sharif added.
Besides a large number of Qatari armed forces personnel, the show was witnessed by HE Chief of General Staff Qatar, Major General Ghanem bin Shaheen al-Ghanem, and other high ranking military officers from Qatar and officials of Pakistan Embassy in Doha.