Apparently 11 JF17B3s have rolled off the assembly line. This is great work especially taking into consideration the first protoype flew early this year. From testing-manufactering-intraduction the PAF has really mastered the JF17 supply chain processes to the point most developed nations today havnt.
This would imply that the PAC can product minimum 10 airframes within 6 months meaning 20-25 within a whole year. For a new fighter (B3) this is an amazing achievement.
In 2022, I expect the PAF will induct 25 J10C+ 25 JF17B3. That is easily 2-3 Squadrons replaced. This is larger in size than most airforces in the world, that too with 4.5 generation fighters. That means all our F7s shall be retired by the end of this year. Going forward this 2023 any new aircraft inducted shall replace our ROSE Mirages 1 for 1.
This would imply that the PAC can product minimum 10 airframes within 6 months meaning 20-25 within a whole year. For a new fighter (B3) this is an amazing achievement.
In 2022, I expect the PAF will induct 25 J10C+ 25 JF17B3. That is easily 2-3 Squadrons replaced. This is larger in size than most airforces in the world, that too with 4.5 generation fighters. That means all our F7s shall be retired by the end of this year. Going forward this 2023 any new aircraft inducted shall replace our ROSE Mirages 1 for 1.