I think J-10 stands where it is. J-10 is just a different class of a fighter. It is just more logistical thing to go for a fighter which requires less maintenance (back bone 350+) and your getting TOT with total rights.
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We should be able to see 8 on 23 March 2008.
The JF-17 wish list is very impressive and comparison with the MiG-29OVT which in itself is a super-duper aircraft is saying a lot for the capabilities of the JF-17.
2009 is down the road, and i cannot wait for the 23rd March-09 fly-past of operational JF-17s.
Wish the PAF all the best to make this a reality.
JF-17 in other areas have also been improved. Aerodynamic improvements have increased their mobility, as well as the ability to engage in a variety of tasks. The small batches manufactured JF-17 is likely to represent the ultimate models of aircraft body Design. Particularly noteworthy is the central fuselage of DSI inlet used in the JF-17 has brought some stealth capability. Other improvements include reduced body weight, through redesigned interior more space has been created, an increase of the fuel carrying capacity, and increased range. Aircraft will achieve speed of 1.8 Mach. After the the improved engine, aircrafts performance will further be enhanced. The new information shows that the current design will be frozen for the next three years before some further changes are introduced.
And what about the WS-13? Or is the R93B another name for it?
in my opinion, the WS-13 will not be available for another 1-2 years as it undergoes static trials. also there is the small matter of 200 RD-93s already ordered by china to power the JF-17s.