Hi Mr. MK, I agree that the PAF squandered a good decade or so, and did not induct anything close to being 4th generation. Moreover, training a pilot on a 4th generation takes a few years and there is a huge teething timeline given a new platform. Unfortunately given the financial situation of Pakistan, the PAF really is limited by it options and Chinese aircraft are their only realistic option.
The JF-17 mated with a good AESA radar, a good BVR and the WS-13 will be a good bird, for the low mix option. I also agree that the PAF is in dire needs of a heavy interceptor/fighter in the class of the J-11B or J-10B. I do not trust the F-16 option as it is sanction prone. Take care.
The JF-17 mated with a good AESA radar, a good BVR and the WS-13 will be a good bird, for the low mix option. I also agree that the PAF is in dire needs of a heavy interceptor/fighter in the class of the J-11B or J-10B. I do not trust the F-16 option as it is sanction prone. Take care.