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Also better view of the Jf17 paintjob
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Also better view of the Jf17 paintjob
Congrats to PAF at RiAT 2025
The Artwork on it shows a datalinked web, I am guessing the plane above the jf17 is the next upgrade called pfx
The other side has a drone links
The Artwork on it shows a datalinked web, I am guessing the plane above the jf17 is the next upgrade called pfx
The other side has a drone links
There is sorta mini-argument going on between various pakistani defense/osint handles on twitter because of the Blurb written for JF17's on RIAT
This picture list more power/thrust and further below says 'improved engine'
People were already speculating that Rd93-MA variant might be being used (or ws13) before this picture came and now seeing this they began posting its rd93-ma now
Then some others said its not updated engine but 'composite materials' and stuff that improved weight issues,
This picture list more power/thrust and further below says 'improved engine'
People were already speculating that Rd93-MA variant might be being used (or ws13) before this picture came and now seeing this they began posting its rd93-ma now
Then some others said its not updated engine but 'composite materials' and stuff that improved weight issues,
Thermal test chamber-blackhole!
Well this is from Dubai airshow last year
He is from the PAF contingent in civilian clothing saying they will be switching to ws13, so maybe they did start doing that
A little background story of Pakistan's Z-10ME that it is receiving from China.
Pakistan's Z-10ME comes with the TY-90 that is designed specifically for helicopter to helicopter combat. And that missile can datalink with other systems like ground radars and drones. Indian Apaches instead use MANPADS-derived Stingers for helicopter combat.
Ironically the Z-10 was last on Pakistan's list. The AH-1Z, Mi-35, and T129 were ahead. But due to American sanctions (AH-1Z and T-129), and Indian pressure (Mi-35), these attack helicopters were denied to Pakistan. So China upgraded the Z-10 with better engines to suit Pakistan's high-altitude performance demands, and Pakistan finally gets to modernize it's attack helicopter fleet.
Ironically the Z-10 was last on Pakistan's list. The AH-1Z, Mi-35, and T129 were ahead. But due to American sanctions (AH-1Z and T-129), and Indian pressure (Mi-35), these attack helicopters were denied to Pakistan. So China upgraded the Z-10 with better engines to suit Pakistan's high-altitude performance demands, and Pakistan finally gets to modernize it's attack helicopter fleet.
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Pakistan Military Chief meets Chinese Foreign Minister:
Heli vs Heli fights are still rare, but still good to have esp if it just a 'manpad' type of thing.
And I hope this channel doesnt get wiped out by youtube recent policy of purging 'Chinese propaganda channels' like they wiped out 11K channels according to that recent news report.
Sidenote: Hinds and Ka52's are prob my fav of the attack helis
Oo nice, and work on those submarines too!
Since may someone from either government or military has met Cn officials (in china) and vice-versa
Since 2015, the Pakistan Navy (PN) has moved away from its legacy reliance on midget submarines and adopted a comprehensive three-tiered approach to build and modernize its submarine fleet, the core of Pakistan’s maritime defense. This strategy comprises the following elements:
- Mid-Life Upgrades (MLUs) of 3 AIP-capable Agosta 90B submarines (via STM, Turkey)
- Acquisition of 8 modern conventional submarines (SSKs), specifically the Type 039B (Hangor-class)
- Strong interest in acquiring lightweight air-independent propulsion (AIP) shallow-water submarines (SSPs) to replace legacy midget subs (e.g., STM 500 or Fincantieri S1000)
As of now, PN has completed the MLUs of all 3 Agosta 90Bs, significantly enhancing their combat and sensor capabilities. The first Hangor-class (Type 039B) submarine is expected to join the fleet shortly, with the second already undergoing sea trials. The remaining 6 units are at various stages of construction.
On the SSP front, the PN is reportedly in the advanced stages of selecting a design for its new shallow-water submarines, with Fincantieri’s S1000 emerging as a frontrunner.
Additionally, there is considerable speculation within PN circles regarding growing interest in the under-development Type 41, a conventionally (Nuclear ??) powered submarine with SSN-like endurance and performance (SSK-N).
The decision makers viewed this design as an ideal addition to the future force due to its potential to fulfill the "heavy" tier of the three-layered strategy. More importantly, Type 41 presents a cost-effective alternative to acquiring a full-fledged SSN enabling PN to maintain a credible counter to the expanding Indian Navy SSN fleet, without incurring the political and financial burden associated with nuclear submarine programs.
The envisioned future submarine force structure of PN is expected to align across three distinct tonnage categories Light, Medium, and Heavy, each offering specialized operational capabilities:
- S1000 – Shallow-Water AIP Submarine (SSP) – Light (6-9 subs)
- Agosta 90Bs – AIP Submarines (SSK) – Light/Medium (3 subs)
- Type 039Bs (Hangor-class) – Modern AIP Submarines (SSK) – Medium (8 subs)
- Potential Type 41 (SSK-N) – Advanced Conventionally-Powered (Nuclear ??) Submarine – Medium/Heavy (Numbers - ??)
It appears that PN is not only seriously interested in the S1000 program but also keen to finalize the deal soon. If the agreement is signed in the near term, full induction of the S1000-class submarines could take place within the next 4–5 years. PN is reportedly planning to acquire between 6 - 9 such submarines, significantly enhancing its shallow-water and littoral warfare capabilities.
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