Pakistan F-16 Discussions 2

[Gripen9]

So true,

I left the IIAF F-14s as it was selected by then Shah rather then the Air-Force, but either way an awesome combo he signed ( F-14s providing top cover for F-16s ), IIAF would have been a force to reckon with.

I excluded A-7s even though PAF coveted it through out the 70s ( OMG , PAF chasing after a Carrier jet ? ) since it was adopted by USAF and US ANG, holly sh.t, USAF and ANG using Carrier based jet, what on earth ?

PS: Corrected RIAF to IIAF.

F-4 Phantom served USAF, USN, USMC faithfully. It was developed as a fleet defense fighter.
A-4 Skyhawk with its awkward high undercarriage served with multiple AFs and was used the Israelis and Argies in war as well.

 

[MIRauf]

F-4 Phantom served USAF, USN, USMC faithfully. It was developed as a fleet defense fighter.
A-4 Skyhawk with its awkward high undercarriage served with multiple AFs and was used the Israelis and Argies in war as well.

Well hopefully this will end the usual comment of 'Carrier Fighter for Land Airforce ? how absurd' statements. least we can hope.

It was always fun to watch Kuwait Airforce A-4s flying around the airport, good memories.

 

[Scorpiooo]

Right now PAF need something stronger in weight and range then thanders and practical to maintain ...

 

[TheDarkKnight]

Come on Brother! YOU are a smart guy, Ignore the keyboard warriors, and think how a carrier capable a/c will fit into the paradigm without an a/c carrier.

Higher interoperability with PLAN. Unlike JF17, the j35 will be in large numbers in PLAN and PAF can benefit from a better supported program. It may make economic sense as well. Since it will in service in China, the Chinese will be bankrolling upgrades and PAF can be on a ride along. Spares and maintenance can be shared with China incase of war. Additionally in a far fetched scenario PAF can perform joint naval operations with PLAN Aircraft carriers. The a/c aircrafts are built for short and rougher landings, so PAF will have more options/flexibility in landing and taking off from roads and motorways.

 

[khanasifm]

Right now PAF need something stronger in weight and range then thanders and practical to maintain ...

How about adding weight on the nose [emoji103] and rear of Jf17 to make it stronger in weight [emoji23]

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Kidding [emoji81]

 

[ghazi52]

4 Tails, & unlimited Tales

 

[khanasifm]

4 Tails, & unlimited Tales

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What about number 29 ? The 5th sqn

 

[m52k85]

What about number 29 ? The 5th sqn

I still dont understand how no. 29 has been stood up without acquiring new airframes.

4 Tails, & unlimited Tales

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Goes to show the minute differences between the Blk 15, Blk 15 ADFs and Blk 52.

 

[khanasifm]

The Definitive Answer On Why F-16s Carry AIM-120 AMRAAMs On Their Wingtip Rails

The answer to why the Viper flies with heavier AIM-120s on its wingtips and lighter AIM-9 Sidewinders under its wings may surprise you.

www.thedrive.com

 

[Talon]

Worth also remembering that while an F-16 can carry half a dozen missiles including four bvr.

6*

 

[Windjammer]

6*

Would surely love to see the full pack.

 

[ziaulislam]

Lolllzzz
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Like??

Like letting pakistan getting bankrupted

Had the arabs and later IMF WB not saved pakistan *** we would have bankrupted on 20b laons repayment

Once u bankrupt the rupee becomes a meaningless paper and within a night traders will be asking for dollar, ghandi jee or even afghani currency

Pakistanis are not angels...infact market work is even more extreme here

 

[GriffinsRule]

Would surely love to see the full pack.

Here’s A Closer Look At The Heavily Armed F-16 Fighter Jets That Ventured Into The South China Sea

Flying far from their home in Japan, the four F-16s, each armed with six missiles, executed operations in one of the tensest areas of the planet.

www.thedrive.com

They can but its not usually the case or even viable. Unlikely we will ever see this type of a loadout in PAF. Its rare even in USAF

 

[khanasifm]

Combat aircraft article about making f-16 stealthier

Current cross section b52 100 sq meter
F-15. 25
F-16 and Mig 29 5 sq meter
Rafael. 1 Sq meter
Typhoons .5 sq meter


After treatment f-16 averages to 1.2 sq meter

Details in the article but aesa radar also plays a role

So Jf17 block 3 would also go down

 

[Scorpiooo]

Combat aircraft article about making f-16 stealthier

Current cross section b52 100 sq meter
F-15. 25
F-16 and Mig 29 5 sq meter
Rafael. 1 Sq meter
Typhoons .5 sq meter


After treatment f-16 averages to 1.2 sq meter

Details in the article but aesa radar also plays a role

So Jf17 block 3 would also go down

Which article, can you plz share