JF-17/FC-1 Fighter Aircraft thread

Deino

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Apparently a CAC JF-17C Block 3 was seen during weapons integration tests in summer 2023 and - thanks to @Blitzo “even if there doesn't seem to be any clear signs of the aircraft carrying a PL-10 or PL-15 missiles, and it is unclear if there is any missile loaded on the aircraft to begin with“, some say it carries at least a PL-15.

In fact there was a second image posted today on Twitter showing the same aircraft a bit clearer with what appears to be a PL-15 under its wings, but I wasn‘t able to save it and it seems to be gone!

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Apparently a CAC JF-17C Block 3 was seen during weapons integration tests in summer 2023 and - thanks to @Blitzo “even if there doesn't seem to be any clear signs of the aircraft carrying a PL-10 or PL-15 missiles, and it is unclear if there is any missile loaded on the aircraft to begin with“, some say it carries at least a PL-15.

In fact there was a second image posted today on Twitter showing the same aircraft a bit clearer with what appears to be a PL-15 under its wings, but I wasn‘t able to save it and it seems to be gone!

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Is it based on how small the fins are on the missile? Very blurry image otherwise.
 

Deino

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Is it based on how small the fins are on the missile? Very blurry image otherwise.

Here's the missing second JF-17C image with what is rumoured to be a PL-15 under its wings. However, I must admit, now after second sight, I don't think it is a PL-15. Whatever it is, is not long enough for a PL-15.

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It may be the CM-400AKG, one weapon it's known to carry on that specific hardpoint with documented evidence.
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But these are more pointy at the front, contrasting against earlier image which shows a flatter nose.
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PL-15 also has a pointy nose.
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PL-10 is not very pointy.
 
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