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[ghazi52]

Three Of The Five Ex-Jordanian F-16s Delivered To The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) On April 27, 2014 Arrive At PAF Base Mushaf-Sargodha Accompanied By Two PAF Mirages.

 

[ghazi52]

Fantastic Four Of PAF.

© A.Mateen Aviation Photography

 

[fatman17]

JF-17 Block III Fierce Dragon/Thunder

A JF-17 Block III prototype was taking off from the CAC airfield, probably equipped for the first time with an AESA radar. As the latest variant of JF-17, Block III carries PAF's ambition to counter the threat from IAF's most powerful 3.5th generation fighter Rafale. The aircraft is expected to feature a more powerful engine (upgraded RD-93MA, 9,300kg class), a new AESA radar developed by NETRI/14th Institute (KLJ-7A, range 170km, track 15, engage 4) or by the 607 Institute (LKF601E, air cooled), HMDS, IRST, upgraded EW suite, new datalink, full authority digital FBW and a variety of air-to-air and air-to-ground guided weapons including PL-10E IIR guided AAM as well as PL-15E active radar homing AAM (using twin launch rails). Additional hard points are installed including ones underneath the engine air intake for ECM or targeting pod. The maiden flight of the #3000 prototype took place on December 15, 2019. Images of that flight indicated the JF-17 Block III prototype features a J-20 style narrow frame wide-angle holographic HUD (EHUD-2?), a slightly enlarged spine, and new forward MAWS sensors behind the engine air intakes. The rear MAWS sensors were relocated to the EW compartment on top of the vertical fin as well. Otherwise the overall aerodynamic configuration remains the unchanged and the aircraft is still powered by the original RD-93 engine. A recent report (February 2020) suggested that the KLJ-7A AESA radar has been chosen by PAF. A recent report (July 2020) suggested that the Russian RD-93MA engine was selected by PAF. It was reported in December 2020 that Argentinian AF has showed some interest. PAC formally launched the production work of Block III on December 30, 2020.
- Last Updated 1/7/21

 

[truthfollower]

JF-17 Block III Fierce Dragon/Thunder

A JF-17 Block III prototype was taking off from the CAC airfield, probably equipped for the first time with an AESA radar. As the latest variant of JF-17, Block III carries PAF's ambition to counter the threat from IAF's most powerful 3.5th generation fighter Rafale. The aircraft is expected to feature a more powerful engine (upgraded RD-93MA, 9,300kg class), a new AESA radar developed by NETRI/14th Institute (KLJ-7A, range 170km, track 15, engage 4) or by the 607 Institute (LKF601E, air cooled), HMDS, IRST, upgraded EW suite, new datalink, full authority digital FBW and a variety of air-to-air and air-to-ground guided weapons including PL-10E IIR guided AAM as well as PL-15E active radar homing AAM (using twin launch rails). Additional hard points are installed including ones underneath the engine air intake for ECM or targeting pod. The maiden flight of the #3000 prototype took place on December 15, 2019. Images of that flight indicated the JF-17 Block III prototype features a J-20 style narrow frame wide-angle holographic HUD (EHUD-2?), a slightly enlarged spine, and new forward MAWS sensors behind the engine air intakes. The rear MAWS sensors were relocated to the EW compartment on top of the vertical fin as well. Otherwise the overall aerodynamic configuration remains the unchanged and the aircraft is still powered by the original RD-93 engine. A recent report (February 2020) suggested that the KLJ-7A AESA radar has been chosen by PAF. A recent report (July 2020) suggested that the Russian RD-93MA engine was selected by PAF. It was reported in December 2020 that Argentinian AF has showed some interest. PAC formally launched the production work of Block III on December 30, 2020.
- Last Updated 1/7/21

is there new helmet with ability to fire missiles? where pilot can see the target?

 

[fatman17]

is there new helmet with ability to fire missiles? where pilot can see the target?

I believe so

 

[ziaulislam]

IF this engine is fitted with this UAV then to be honest it is little bit of disappointment

i am new this, what did you expected? turboprop?

 

[HRK]

i am new this, what did you expected? turboprop?

yes

 

[Zarvan]

The same as what is inside the Mushtaq trainer ?

Suprised to see a UAV this advanced in its development lifecycle. Early prototype it seems. The purchase of Wing Long II does suggest it might be a few years before it enters an operational capacity.

PAC MFI-17 Mushshak - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

At has a Textron Lycoming IO-360-A1B6 engine.

" Pakistan Aeronautical Complex unveiled a light attack variant of the Super Mushshak in March 2019. The aircraft is capable of launching Barq laser-guided and anti-tank missiles.[1][2][3] "

So PAC has experience in both the engine, and design modifications to launch missiles.

WING LONG II purchase if has been made which my sources suggest is not the case. Still that purchase will have nothing to do with speed of development of our MALE UAV.

 

[ghazi52]

 

[ghazi52]

Pakistan Air Force - PAF Hospital located at Sector E-9 Islamabad
And yes its open for the general Public anyone can visit.

 

[fatman17]

Pakistan Air Force - PAF Hospital located at Sector E-9 Islamabad
And yes its open for the general Public anyone can visit.



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Why couldn't they construct a simple building?

 

[fatman17]

Pak AF Commander, ACM Mujahid Anwar Khan visited the Azerbaijan AF Chief today. The AAF acquired ten MFI-17 Super Mushshaks a couple of years back, so is JF-17 Block III now on the agenda? With KLJ-7A AESA radar and more capable weapons plus low price it would be a good option. https://t.co/L6klH5nvSw

 

[Ali_Baba]

It would be a good option as the JF17 has been designed to take on and beat the Su-30 series, which Armenia also operates. Block III is picking up alot of interest right now. Hopefully PAF remembers that it needs to make alot for itself, in addition to sales!

 

[GriffinsRule]

Why couldn't they construct a simple building?

Costs about the same to design a shitty building vs a nicer one

 

[FuturePAF]

It would be a good option as the JF17 has been designed to take on and beat the Su-30 series, which Armenia also operates. Block III is picking up alot of interest right now. Hopefully PAF remembers that it needs to make alot for itself, in addition to sales!

If the demand goes up significantly with foreign sales; they could open up a second line to meet the demand. I’m sure PAC and CAC would be glad to accommodate the orders.