SinoSoldier
Colonel
The FC-31 design has all but been confirmed for the PLAN, if we go by recent statements from various insiders. Recent test flights of the FC-31 also suggest that another customer might possibly be evaluating it.
JF-17/FC-1 Fighter Aircraft thread
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The FC-31 design has all but been confirmed for the PLAN, if we go by recent statements from various insiders. Recent test flights of the FC-31 also suggest that another customer might possibly be evaluating it.
timepass
Brigadier
Originally 200 planned but PAF requested for additional 50 more due to huge leap in EW & Engine development from Chinese counterparts.
Further, as per unconfirmed rumors there will be further an additional procurement of 50 units due to recent development of JF-17Bs.
JF17A:
50 - BLK 1
50 - BLK 2
150 - BLK 3
JF17B (twin seat):
50 - BLK 2 - 3 (mix)
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timepass
Brigadier
OUTGOING PAKISTAN AIR FORCE CHIEF: JF-17 BLOCK-III DESIGN FINALIZED...
In his final speech to Air Headquarters, the outgoing Chief of Air Staff (CAS) of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman announced that the design of the JF-17 Block-III was finalized after a period of “two-and-a-half years”.
In his final speech to Air Headquarters, the outgoing Chief of Air Staff (CAS) of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman announced that the design of the JF-17 Block-III was finalized after a period of “two-and-a-half years”.
asif iqbal
Lieutenant General
JF17 seen carrying Turkish ASELSAN pod for the first time
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SteelBird
Colonel
Nigeria’s proposed 2018 budget document confirms that the African nation will obtain the Chengdu Pakistan Aeronautical Complex JF-17 fighter.
By Greg Waldron
The nation’s 2018 budget allocation document indicates that N13.1 billion ($36 million) will be earmarked as partial payment for three JF-17s. The payment will also cover support equipment and spares. This makes Nigeria the first buyer of the type to be officially named, although programme officials have long said there is strong interest for the type in the developing world.
At the Paris air show in June 2015, a Pakistani air force official told FlightGlobal that a “contract had been signed” with an Asian country.
The Asian country has yet to be officially named, but is believed to be Myanmar. Images on Chinese social media have shown a JF-17 in Myanmar air force markings. Powered by the Klimov RD-93 engine, the JF-17 is pitched as a low-cost fighter for developing world air forces. Following feedback from prospective customers, a two seat version was developed, which is now undergoing testing.
In addition to payments related to the three fighters, the Nigerian budget document earmarks funds for the acquisition of two AgustaWestland AW109 helicopters, as well as depot maintenance for two Dassault Alpha Jets and a Lockheed Martin C-130H.
Flight Fleets Analyzer shows that the Nigerian air force operates a broad inventory of 120 aircraft from a range of Western and Eastern European suppliers.
This new came out since January, any developing story of the deal?
timepass
Brigadier
Advance targeting pod by Turkish OEM called ASELPOD is now operational with Pakistan Air Force's JF-17 Thunder fighters. It is a 4th generation piece of equipment which greatly enhances all weather ground and sea attack capabilities.
plawolf
Lieutenant General
Advance targeting pod by Turkish OEM called ASELPOD is now operational with Pakistan Air Force's JF-17 Thunder fighters. It is a 4th generation piece of equipment which greatly enhances all weather ground and sea attack capabilities.
The JF17 really need at least one, but preferably two intake mounted mini hardpoints for pods as a priority.
It is a lighter fighter with few enough hardpoints as it is without sacrificing some for pods.
Alternatively, maybe they could look to wire up the wingtip hardpoints to allow them to carry pods as well as missiles.
Could hang a pair of jammers like Flankers or a jammer + targeting pod combo for SEAF/DEAD.
Not sure if the wing is structurally rated for that much weight on the wingtips though.
kwaigonegin
Colonel
So what ‘s the final design like?OUTGOING PAKISTAN AIR FORCE CHIEF: JF-17 BLOCK-III DESIGN FINALIZED...
In his final speech to Air Headquarters, the outgoing Chief of Air Staff (CAS) of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Sohail Aman announced that the design of the JF-17 Block-III was finalized after a period of “two-and-a-half years”.