FuturePAF
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My Random thought is based on that other changes and optional engine change in next 2 years will being next iteration sub block of this block 3 (can be labeled any i e block 3.I or 3.5) for next block 3 thandars
It’s always possible the PAF will see the need to add or modify the Block III once they start using it, but IMHO they have probably figured out what capabilities they need and have worked it into the Block III once it’s inducted. Generally, unless it’s a major upgrade down the line like the potential AESA upgrades to the Block I and II, we don’t really see any changes once inducted. It wouldn’t be cost effective to be constantly upgrading. It indicates possibly poor planning or lack of foresight.
Be that as it may, even if the Block III gets an upgrade in a few years (like a dedicated nose mounted IRST, retractable inflight refueling probe, onboard oxygen generator, EW suite upgrade) I don’t expect it to be called anything other than a “fully realized” Block III
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