JF-17/FC-1 Fighter Aircraft thread

[LonE_WolF]

Egypt shows interest in buying of Pakistani JF-17 Thunder fighter jet

RAWALPINDI (APP) – Egyptian Ambassador to Pakistan, Sherif Shaheen called on Federal Minister for Defence Production, Rana Tanveer Hussain here on Friday and showed his country’s interest in buying JF-17 Thunder.

During the meeting, the minister said that Pakistan is presently selling its traditional weapons to USA, United Kingdom (UK), Germany and Far-East.

He offered sale of JF-17 and Super Mashak to Egypt and said Iraq has already signed an agreement for purchase of 20 Super Mashak with Pakistan while deal with Turkey to buy 52 Super Mashak is almost finalized.

Rana Tanvir also emphasized on joint venture in defence Production between the two countries.

Admiring Egypt’s strong and close ties with Pakistan, he said Egypt is keen for cooperation in the field of defence production.

“A close cooperation between the two countries will also help other Muslim countries over the world,” he added.

The Ambassador said his country is looking at collaboration in defence industry as the core of relations between Pakistan and Egypt.

Moreover, the Cadet Exchange programme in the field of military training is much appreciated by both the countries.

Sherif Shaheen said that Egypt will send a defence delegation to visit the defence production establishments and look into buying defence related products from Pakistan.

The Minister invited the distinguished guest to visit defence production

Please, Log in or Register to view URLs content!

Source:

Please, Log in or Register to view URLs content!

 

[Blackstone]

Any additional information on what version JF-17 interests Egypt? Blocks II and III only, or will Block I do in a pinch?

 

[Deino]

Nice shot ...

 

[Blackstone]

Maybe we'll soon see some photos and videos of JF-17 in combat operations against extremists?

 

[MastanKhan]

Any additional information on what version JF-17 interests Egypt? Blocks II and III only, or will Block I do in a pinch?

Hi,

Egypt is very limited on BVR missiles ability. So it will most probably BLK 3 with aesa, BVR capable and air to air refuel capability.

 

[mr.bean]

Hi,

Egypt is very limited on BVR missiles ability. So it will most probably BLK 3 with aesa, BVR capable and air to air refuel capability.

Didn't Egypt just signed on to buy the Rafale? Why would they want to get the JF-17 if they are going to have the Rafale's soon?

 

[Deino]

... even more since there are reports about a MiG-35 purchase too.

 

[[email protected]]

... even more since there are reports about a MiG-35 purchase too.

Didn't Egypt just signed on to buy the Rafale? Why would they want to get the JF-17 if they are going to have the Rafale's soon?

The news came out in an official press release after an official meeting of Egyptian Ambassador with Minister of defence production with Pakistan in which he officially shown interest in JF-17 JV

Please, Log in or Register to view URLs content!

PR No. 38
PRESS RELEASE
Islamabad: December 4, 2015

Ambassador of Arab Republic of Egypt H.E Mr. Sherif Shaheen called on Rana Tanveer Hussain Federal Minister for Defence Production in his office at Ministry of Defence Production Rawalpindi. During the meeting Minister said that Egypt has long history and a significant role in Muslim Countries. He said that future cooperation in defence Industry is very important. Egypt also showed interest in buying JF-17 Thunder. Minister also emphasized on joint venture in defence Production. The Minister invited him to visit defence production establishments.

The minister said that Pakistan is presently selling its traditional weapons to USA, UK, Germany and far-east. The minister also offered JF-17 and Super Mashak to Egyptian Govt. The Minister said that already Iraq has signed an agreement to purchase 20 Super Mashak with Pakistan and the deal with Turkey to buy 52 Super Mashaks is almost finalized. The Ambassador said that Egypt admires strong and close ties with Pakistan. Egypt is keen for cooperation in the field of defence production. Close cooperation between the two countries will also help other Muslim countries over the world. The Ambassador said that we are looking at collaboration in defence industry as the core of relations between Pakistan and Egypt. Moreover the Cadet Exchange programme in the field of military training is much appreciated by both the countries. The Ambassador said that Egypt will send a defence delegation to visit the Defence Production Establishments and look into buying defence related products from Pakistan.

Till now only Rafale fighter is confirm & that too just 24 I think, Egypt is interested to purchase just 46 MiG-35, Egyptian F-16s are non BVR fighters on the other hand suggested JV for BVR capable JF-17 is suitable replacement to their Mirag-V, MiG-21 & J-7 which are around 200 in numbers so if that deal go through I accept at least 100 to 125 jets in Egyptian Air force inventory

 

[[email protected]]

Second Official Confirmation for negotiation of JF-17 purchase has came from Srilanka

Please, Log in or Register to view URLs content!

The government is holding discussions with several countries, including India and Pakistan, to strengthen Sri Lanka's military, State Minister of Defence Ruwan Wijewardene informed Parliament yesterday.

Speaking during the Committee Stage debate on the 2016 Budget, Mr. Wijewardene said India was expected to provide two war ships to Sri Lanka, while talks had already begun with Pakistan to obtain new aircraft for the Air Force.

He said several other countries had also offered assistance to help Sri Lanka's military become on par with other advanced military forces in the world.

 

[tphuang]

Any additional information on what version JF-17 interests Egypt? Blocks II and III only, or will Block I do in a pinch?

The Egypt deal was all but sealed and then the Arab Spring happened. I would imagine if they want resume it, it will be within the context of original discussions.