JF-17 Thunder Multirole Fighter [Thread 7]

[Advocate Pakistan]

Wiki pedia says jf17block1 upgrraded to block 2 is that right???
Secondly if they have to be updated what u guys think that it will be either just avionics changes or upgraded block 1 will have more internal fuel capacity as well as more weapon load and for more weapons load offcourse material changes will be required too strenghtenibg of wings reqd etc etc ???

Just the avionics I believe. Our MLUed F-16's have been upgraded to block 52 level minus the load carrying capability of the 52s.

 

[BetterPakistan]

Just the avionics I believe. Our MLUed F-16's have been upgraded to block 52 level minus the load carrying capability of the 52s.

What about air to air refueling capability. Are the Blocks 1s being upgraded to block 2 have air to air refueling capability?

 

[Advocate Pakistan]

What about air to air refueling capability. Are the Blocks 1s being upgraded to block 2 have air to air refueling capability?

They will soon, even if they don't have it already. Probably due for their Mid Life Update.

 

[CriticalThought]

What's this?

@fatman17 @Windjammer @Bilal Khan (Quwa) @Hodor @khanasifm

 

[Talon]

What's this?

@fatman17 @Windjammer @Bilal Khan (Quwa) @Hodor @khanasifm

I didnt find anything new/special in the video except the engine which experts here have already discussed several times..

 

[Mr.Cringeworth]

I think PAF will try to add more Block 2s because Block 3 production will start by 2019 ....

I am so excited to see the structural changes on the block 3 , can't wait !!!

i don't think that there will be any visible structural changes to the exterior.

 

[Jinn Baba]

Does anyone have a pic of a JF17 doing air refuelling? I am yet to see one.

 

[Mr.Cringeworth]

Yes I know , Wing size will be increased , Tail will have some changes , there will be total 10 HPs ....

there're currently 7 HP's on the jf17 where will the include extra three HP's.

 

[AFlover]

According to my source there will be 10 , I don't know where they will accommodate these Hps , but this report is confirm !

Are there two cross sections/rudders or its only one in the newer version block-3?

 

[fatman17]

What's this?

@fatman17 @Windjammer @Bilal Khan (Quwa) @Hodor @khanasifm

1. Could it be that finally PLAAF will induct the FC1 block 2 after seeing it's performance in Shaheen exercises.

 

[khanasifm]

Yes , Wing size will be increased , Tail will have some changes , there will be total 10 HPs ....

What is the source for this news 3 HP?

 

[CriticalThought]

1. Could it be that finally PLAAF will induct the FC1 block 2 after seeing it's performance in Shaheen exercises.

It would be awesome if they do, especially with a Chinese engine.

 

[fatman17]

It would be awesome if they do, especially with a Chinese engine.

They desperately need to replace their F7 regiments, as they cannot with J10 and the SU30 derivatives. Key always was a reliable engine and in WS13 they might have one.

 

[Advocate Pakistan]

Hello, one question guys.
Why don't we work on a completely indigenous weapons package for the thunder just as the French provide with their jets?
We could start off with a WVR missile and than working upwards towards BVR and anti-radiation, Anti-ship and Stand of range missiles.
From a MTCR compliant RA'AD, to H2/H4 SOW, we do have certain capabilities. Others would need to be invested upon.
Would that be beneficial in exports of the jet? Provide a low cost jet, and supply low cost munitions with it.

 

[The Accountant]

Hello, one question guys.
Why don't we work on a completely indigenous weapons package for the thunder just as the French provide with their jets?
We could start off with a WVR missile and than working upwards towards BVR and anti-radiation, Anti-ship and Stand of range missiles.
From a MTCR compliant RA'AD, to H2/H4 SOW, we do have certain capabilities. Others would need to be invested upon.
Would that be beneficial in exports of the jet? Provide a low-cost jet, and supply low cost munitions with it.

Because we don't have the industrial infrastructure required for in-house manufacturing and a company sole for this is not economically feasible ... However, with aviation city in pipeline, success of thunder Super Mushaq, Plan of in-house production of 5th generation fighter aircraft we are moving towards in-house production but it will take time,,, and will not be feasible without private sector getting involved in aviation sector and electonics ...