Pakistan operationalizes advanced weapon test range developed with Chinese help

[Windjammer]

Correct to assume that this was the weapon test fired by the JF-17.

 

[Reichsmarschall]

looks like raad

 

[PakShaheen79]

SD-10A I believe. Well done PAF, yet another step forward. Though I would have loved a bit longer video with clearly showing launch platform before cutting to the infrared camera.

 

[devil thunder 302]

this was the target launched for jf 17

looks like raad
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Well since Pakistan Requested a long range sea clearance , there might be more goodies ?

If Pakistan was merely testing a Air to Air Missile would not make sense to request such a long distance warning alert

The Current Air Cheif , has had some interesting milestones

a) Block 2 inducted in his time
b) Now BVR missile and Infrared Missile

Impressive stuff

well it has nothing to do with that test bcz that was to be conducted by navy

 

[JamD]

looks like raad
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Looks like S-200 Target Drone
http://www.navaldrones.com/S-200.html

 

[PakShaheen79]

Guys please check if this link is working on your end. I am not able to open it.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/2...e-firing-shoots-down-target-at-sonmiani-range

 

[BHarwana]

KARACHI: It was a landmark occasion for the PAF as well as the whole nation, when the indigenously produced JF-17 Thunder shot down a slow speed target with BVR (Beyond Visual Range) and IR (Infrared) missile with pin point accuracy at Sonmiani firing range Friday.

Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force was the Chief Guest at the ceremony.

The day marked a monumental episode in the glorious history of PAF as a state-of-the-art Weapon Test Range has been made operational to track the complete trajectory of the aircraft and launched missiles.

This modern facility, developed in collaboration with Chinese authorities, is equipped with real time tracking and measuring equipment to qualify the indigenously developed and procured weapon systems.

The live demonstration was a potent display of the PAF’s capability to successfully locate and destroy high/slow speed moving targets by employing high-tech inventory of aircraft and missiles.

Addressing at the occasion the Air Chief said, “We are thankful to Allah Almighty who has given us the strength to achieve this extraordinary milestone. The successful testing of these sophisticated weapons is a testimony of JF-17 Thunder's multirole capabilities. It is a matter of immense pride that six PAF fighter squadrons have already being equipped with the pride of the nation JF-17 Thunder aircraft, making it the backbone of our aerial defence.”

He also lauded the hard work put in by PAF and Chinese personnel in making this event a success.

Earlier, Air Vice Marshal Haseeb Paracha, Air Officer Commanding, Southern Air Command received the Chief Guest on his arrival at the venue.

High ranking PAF officers along with civil and military officials also witnessed this historic event.





https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/2...e-firing-shoots-down-target-at-sonmiani-range

 

[JamD]

Guys please check if this link is working on your end. I am not able to open it.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/2...e-firing-shoots-down-target-at-sonmiani-range

Pakistan operationalizes advanced weapon test range developed with Chinese help

KARACHI: It was a landmark occasion for the PAF as well as the whole nation, when the indigenously produced JF-17 Thunder shot down a slow speed target with BVR (Beyond Visual Range) and IR (Infrared) missile with pin point accuracy at Sonmiani firing range Friday.

Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force was the Chief Guest at the ceremony.

The day marked a monumental episode in the glorious history of PAF as a state-of-the-art Weapon Test Range has been made operational to track the complete trajectory of the aircraft and launched missiles.

This modern facility, developed in collaboration with Chinese authorities, is equipped with real time tracking and measuring equipment to qualify the indigenously developed and procured weapon systems.

The live demonstration was a potent display of the PAF’s capability to successfully locate and destroy high/slow speed moving targets by employing high-tech inventory of aircraft and missiles.

Addressing at the occasion the Air Chief said, “We are thankful to Allah Almighty who has given us the strength to achieve this extraordinary milestone. The successful testing of these sophisticated weapons is a testimony of JF-17 Thunder's multirole capabilities. It is a matter of immense pride that six PAF fighter squadrons have already being equipped with the pride of the nation JF-17 Thunder aircraft, making it the backbone of our aerial defence.”

He also lauded the hard work put in by PAF and Chinese personnel in making this event a success.

Earlier, Air Vice Marshal Haseeb Paracha, Air Officer Commanding, Southern Air Command received the Chief Guest on his arrival at the venue.

High ranking PAF officers along with civil and military officials also witnessed this historic event.

https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/2...e-firing-shoots-down-target-at-sonmiani-range

 

[Sulman Badshah]

Correct to assume that this was the weapon test fired by the JF-17.

this pic is old though

SD10

 

[Imran Khan]

sd-10a was fired what is so special here ? warning to south africa tak di thi

 

[Mrc]

sd-10a was fired what is so special here ? warning to south africa tak di thi

U never know if it over shoots the target

 

[PakShaheen79]

From The News link above... I think here is THE NEWS in this test.

The day marked a monumental episode in the glorious history of PAF as a state-of-the-art Weapon Test Range has been made operational to track the complete trajectory of the aircraft and launched missiles.

This modern facility, developed in collaboration with Chinese authorities, is equipped with real time tracking and measuring equipment to qualify the indigenously developed and procured weapon systems.

 

[graphican]

Question: Was targeting a low speed aerial vehicle more of a challenge than targeting a high speed one? In the news "low peed aerial target" is emphasised. Is the target depicting a low-speed terrain hugging cruise missile like Nirbhay or Babur?

 

[war&peace]

This is a great achievement. People may not realise how big of an achievement it is. It marks the pinnacle of integration which requires quiet a lot of time and skills. This means JF-17 is now a system to be reckon with and can take on much bigger birds at distance effectively.

 

[BHarwana]

2 Missiles tested today BVR and Heat seeker missiles.