Vibs
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Point I tried to made was that Sea Harriers provided VTOL but was sub-sonic.
The F-35's would offer the same feature PLUS many capabilities and that too at super sonic speeds.
VTOL is a great capability to have and can save a lot of time especially during war.
F-35's are expensive planes and the carrier modified version are expected to be even more expensive. As far as VTOL is concerned, the IAC 2 design modifications are said to incorporate this feature to allow for a Naval FGFA. But those are speculations.
Pakistan already has J-17's and F-16's with BVR capabilities. I doubt they require an Aircraft carrier with advanced aircraft for their requirements.
Indian Mig 29k's are suited well enough to give air superiority