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Complete Q & A (Twitter) session on JF-17 Thunder with Defencepk’s in-house Expert
Date: 19-08-2017
Ask us any serious questions about JF-17 Thunder fighter program; we’ll be joined by @oscarbhopali and @Yulghaar to answer them in the comments below.
Q 1: Tell us about JF-17s horse power, how much weight it can carry and what is the maximum speed?
A: JF-17 Block 2 has improved avionics, strengthen wing roots so it can carry and addition 3,000lb of stores, further-optimized maintenance provisions and improved operational capabilities. A clearly visible air-to-air refueling probe, a concept used for the first on a Block 1 aircraft.
Q 2: What is the difference between turbine engine and a propeller engine? And which one is more efficient? Can we place two engines in JF-17?
A: Here is a turbine engine in Picture #1 and Turboprop in #2. No, we cannot fit two engines in JF-17.
Q 3: How long will take to manufacture 5th generation aircraft locally? PAC has produced any block 3 (4th gen) aircraft locally yet?
A: It’s a 5-10 year project.
Q 4: Which is “the best” fighter jet we have right now?
A: F-16 C/D Block-52+.
Q 5: Do you see PAC producing a heavy weight jet at home in the near future? (In a decade or two)
A: Yes. Plans are in place.
Q 6: Will these jets possess the ability to launch nuclear weapons in the future, since the current capacity is to just drop them?
A: Yes JF-17s are nuclear capable.
Q 7: Do they have the ability launch nuclear missiles, not just to carry them?
A: Raad 2 is the main nuclear platform for JF-17 Thunder & Mirages.
Q 8: Do you really expect it to cross into India with S-400's on guard?
A: Expect it to cross into India and be able to take out S-400s that are on guard. S-400 is part of a warfighting system and so is JF-17.
Q 9: What are our options for AESA? Western or Pak-China joint production?
A: Both options are available.
Q 10: Any plans of joint production or TOT with another country?
A: Yes, for a 5th Generation Stealth Fighter.
Q 11: Any plans for procurement of Twin-Jet fighters in the near future? Also what are the Twin-Jet choices for Pakistan?
A: Depends on economy & budget in next 5 yrs.
Q 12: Has the agreement with Thales for targeting pods been finalized or are we going for the Turkish ones?
A: Turkish ASELPOD - 2x orders granted.
Q 13: Are they comparable to Thales?
A: Yes.
Q 14: Which has higher superiority, American F-16s or ours JF-17 Thunders?
A: F-16 is more advanced, but you can buy 3 Thunders for the price of one F-16.
Q 15: Which block of JF-17s are you comparing with F-16s?
A: Block 2
Q 16: Block IIIs if proceed as expected will be 50 Jets only also? Making a total of JF-17 150 Jets only? F-7s and Mirages = 300 replacing?
A: 150+100 = 5 blocks.
Q 17: Where does B variants fit in? Are there any orders specific to dual seat variants in specific Blocks?
A: B is designed for export.
Q 18: There were reports regarding RD-93 engine that PAF is not satisfied with its performance and will replace the engine most probably with WS-13?
A: There's no need to change the engine, we have 500 RD-93s on order.
Q 19: How does JF-17 compare to F-16 in flight, avionics, weapons, radar etc. Head to Head, who wins?
A: Neck to Neck - Thunders have beaten F-16s in mock fights, depends on who’s flying.
Q 20: I'd take it as equal then. What about BVR capabilities?
A: BVR is about who's shooting, lots of tactics involved. AMRAAM & SD-10 aren't much far apart.
Q 21: May be that has to do with shifting from Western to Chinese avionics and armaments? Do you think Chinese technology will catch up soon?
A: Eventually
Q 22: What are the main differences b/w JF-17 Thunder & F-16 and which one is better in airfield battle?
A: Weight & Payload. F-16 is heavier, more powerful & carries more weapons.
Q 23: Can you tell me about total hard points on JF-17 block 2?
A: Seven.
Q 24: How long is it going to take to replace our aging fleet of F7 p/gs and mirage, they are crashing every other day?
A: Hopefully by 2020
Q 25: Is it better than block C/D F-16 and how is it comparable to Rafale that india is buying from France?
A: It is in the league of JAS-39 Gripen & KAI-F-50 not F-16 or Rafale, they are in the medium weight category.
Q 26: Still, is it better than F-16 or not?
A: As a multirole fighter Block-III matches the latest F-16.
Q 27: How does it compare with the HAL Tejas that Indians have been wetting themselves about?
A: Favorably.
Q 28: Is there any plan of installing Multiple Ejector Racks on Thunder? And can Thunder block 1 & 2 be equipped with AESA radar?
A: MERs are already functional, AESA can be upgraded on old blocks. Block-2 can take most of block 3 avionics. Many block-1s now carry block-2 avionics
Q 29: When will it become a stealth fighter?
A: Never
Q 30: Does JF-17 have fly by wire controls / FBW in any one axis?
A: New block of JF-17 has a 3 axis fully digital fly by electrical wire control system. Current aircraft coming off the line are FBW in all three axis.
Q 31: When will PAF confirm block III specifications? And when will PAF get 1st block III squadron?
A: Next year.
Q 32: Are there any plans / discussion for a 2 seat version of JF-17 to make a dedicated SEAD platform?
A: Eventually yes.
Q 33: Can JF-17 Thunder be used against F16 in a dog fight... Has PAF tried it against F16’s?
A: Yes, regularly.
Q 34: How will we tackle jet like Rafael?
A: By better pilot training.
Q 35: Is JF-17 capable enough to carry out assault operations or it is good for interceptor use?
A: Both
Q 36: Can JF-17 Thunder intercept an Indian Rafael?
A: Yes.
Q 37: Can you kindly tell which AESA radar has been selected for Block-3?
A: No Final selection yet.
Q 38: Will Block-3 use the same RD-93 engine?
A: Most likely.
Q 39: Will Block-3 of JF-17 be able to compete with Indian Rafael?
A: Neck to Neck.
Q 40: When will JF-17 block 3 take a 1st flight?
A: 2018.
Q 41: Will JF-17 block 3 will be using an on-board oxygen-generating system for longer missions?
A: OBGOS aren't always focused for longer missions but as such the JF-17 isn't expected to undertake deep strike roles yet.
Q 42: what is your opinion on rumors of a new engine for JF block III
A: Unlikely
Q 43: Will we use Ada programming language in next blocks?
A: No need for it- variations of C++ is more than sufficient for our needs (and the F-35 too)
Q 44: Do we have plan to equip block 3 with a quadruplex digital fly-by-wire flight system?
A: Already exists in block-2
Q 45: Address its thrust/weight, its G & how much secure it is for the pilot at max speed compared to Indian aircrafts mentioned previously?
A: T-w depends on load out, basic combat loadout T/w comparable to F-16
Q 46: Let’s say full load
A: At full load most aircrafts behave differently, full load F-16s behaves like a slower heavier aircraft, so does the JF-17.
Q 47: We all know that for good interception, speed is an important criteria. However JF-17’s max speed is Mach 1.6, which is less than arch rival aircraft.
A: Misprint on website has translated into a rolling misconception on max speed.
Q 48: According to my knowledge, As JF-17 is a product of reverse engineering of Mig-21s. How better it is as compared to Mig-21s?
A: Your product knowledge is absolutely incorrect. JF-17 is the culmination of Mikoyan-33 project coupled with F-16 design technology.
Q 49: Is it true that we have upgraded all our JF-17 block 1 to block 2 level and now JF-17 block 1 do not exist?
A: No, first 20-25 still block 1 series without full FBW
Q 50: When will we be able to indigenously design & develop our own avionics and radars?
A: When enough of our youth start taking interest in the field, get education related to it and contribute to the organizations doing R&D
Q 51: Being an engineer I've taken enough interest, but unfortunately there are less opportunities for R&D in Pakistan. Hope the situation changes.
A: Unfortunately the issue has to do with both bureaucratic hurdles & general non-fertile R&D ground for independent design & progress.
Q 52: And if twin engine aircrafts are too expensive to buy then what about the news of SU-35 PAF was going to buy?
A: Spit out by a less than knowledgeable defense minister who went on expression of interest rather than actual feasibility.
Q 53: Are we considering to build another fighter jet program after the success of JF-17 Thunder?
A: Yes, PAF Chief Interview available to outline just that
Q 54: How much role do native aeronautical & Mechanical Engineers have in building it since engine is like readymade?
A: It was just a basic drawing before PAF aerospace engineers left for Chengdu in late 90s to really start work on the program under Mr. Ma
Q 55: Will JF-17 aluminum body be replaced by carbon composite?
A: Composites are not some magical materials, only where required they are used in the Thunder.
Q 56: Will JF 17 get AESA radar & helmet mounted targeting?
A: Block-3 will introduce AESA & Helmet Mounted Targeting. These might also end up being applied towards the Block-2 fleet as an upgrade.
Q 57: What is the actual price tag compared with competition.
A: Market price block-1 is $18-21 million, Block-2: $23-25 million. Price for Pakistan aviation industry: Priceless
Q 58: Please tell me about JF-17 block3 as I have very little info about that. Will this gives a fight to Rafale ???
A: AESA, Better Electronic Warfare capabilities, more load carrying, and Helmet mounted display core changes- YES can handle Rafale
Q 59: Would JF-17B also have a 3 axis FBW? What is the word on IRST and HMDs, are non-Chinese solutions making it to Block III? Improvement in TWR?
A: 3 axis FBW already in place on existing aircraft after certain production batch, that is all I can say.
Q 60: will JF-17 block III(AESA+HMD+ speed 1.8 Mach) will be better than F-16 block 60 or 72 ?
A: There's no need for such a fighter.
Q 61: Block III will have HMD & AESA as many claim, but after these changes are we still going to chase F-16 Or JF-17 block III will be enough?
A: We are moving to 5th gen & looking at an interim strike fighter.
Q 62: The intense smoke from older blocks was very obvious from the engine. Block 3 has taken care of that?
A: Smoke due to technically older design of RD-93, current contract for 100 engines with Russia complete- follow up will decide
Q 63: Have there been any mock fights with SUKHOIs? Perhaps in exercise with Chinese?
A: Multiple times.
Q 64: Are we getting the spare parts from PAC or we import them?
A: PAC Mostly. Any exclusive items are sourced from reliable suppliers. By 2020- JF-17 will be made with 80% Pakistani parts.
Q 65: In which capacity its better than India’s modern combatants Su-30MKI, Mig-29S & Mirage-2000H?
A: It improves the capacity of PAF warfighting machine to take on IAF as a whole very effectively.
Q 66: Which Parts of the Aircraft JF-17 are built locally?
A: Center airframe, wings, avionic structures, wiring, harness etc.
Q 67: Is it able to compete with a SU-30 in a dogfight?
A: Depends on what scenario we are looking at- 1 vs 1 it is a tough fight; but modern air combat is rarely ever fought alone- short answer-YES
Q 68: Have we proceeded for stealth technology or still waiting?
A: In conceptual & design discussions with many parties
Q 69: How many JF-17s Pakistan should have?
A: Ideally 300-350
Q 70: Why doesn't our air force use double engine jet?
A: Too expensive to buy, too expensive to use & they are white elephants producing very low sortie rates at very high turn around cost.
Q 71: Off Topic but if admin would like to answer: Recent F-7 crashes are a bit worrisome due to precious lives lost / injured. Would J-10s replace F-7s?
A: PAF has dropped plans to buy J-10B. J-10(and other such plans) was officially killed by government of Asif Ali Zardari and their ruin of Pakistan's economy
Q 72: Why our politicians hate their own Armed Forces? Other countries Politicians goes extra mile to steal/bribe/buy best Tech for their Forces!
A: Our political parties are by far & large comprised of individuals sold out to the highest bidder from the embassy complex in g-5.
Q 73: It was not always like that, barring 1 or 2 individuals, this "Fashion" spread after 9/11, even some tid-bits journos bad mouthing Armed-Fs openly
A: It was always like that. People have sold out Pakistan for US dollars since the day it was formed- H. Haqqani & others are no different
Q 74: New Stealth City created by PAF. Is It created to make JF-17 Stealth or create a new stealth aircraft in future?
A: New project.
Q 75: Why PAK air force is unable to export a large quantity of these jets as they claimed they would do when the jet was launched in 2007?
A: 2 export orders are on, 3rd one in the final stage, more under discussion. 1st priority is PAF order of 150+100 jets.
Q 76: And name of the countries you're exporting to?
A: Nigeria, Myanmar & soon Azerbaijan.
Q 77: How many minutes it can sustain in front of Su30MKI, FGFA, Rafale, TejasMK1/2
A: Depends on whether we run out of these aircraft to shoot down
Q 78: What is the main difference between block 1 and block 2?
A: Better avionics, midflight refueling, better weight carrying capacity, better radar.
Q 79: Any plan for naval version? Does PN need JF17s or others?
A: PN is supported by the PAF aircrafts in anti-ship role based at Masroor. PN uses P-3Cs & Sea kings for anti-ship roles.
Q 80: Is JF-17 capable enough to carry out assault operations or it is good for interceptor use?
A: Both-Used in all roles- that is the concept of Multirole
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Date: 19-08-2017
Ask us any serious questions about JF-17 Thunder fighter program; we’ll be joined by @oscarbhopali and @Yulghaar to answer them in the comments below.
Q 1: Tell us about JF-17s horse power, how much weight it can carry and what is the maximum speed?
A: JF-17 Block 2 has improved avionics, strengthen wing roots so it can carry and addition 3,000lb of stores, further-optimized maintenance provisions and improved operational capabilities. A clearly visible air-to-air refueling probe, a concept used for the first on a Block 1 aircraft.
Q 2: What is the difference between turbine engine and a propeller engine? And which one is more efficient? Can we place two engines in JF-17?
A: Here is a turbine engine in Picture #1 and Turboprop in #2. No, we cannot fit two engines in JF-17.
Q 3: How long will take to manufacture 5th generation aircraft locally? PAC has produced any block 3 (4th gen) aircraft locally yet?
A: It’s a 5-10 year project.
Q 4: Which is “the best” fighter jet we have right now?
A: F-16 C/D Block-52+.
Q 5: Do you see PAC producing a heavy weight jet at home in the near future? (In a decade or two)
A: Yes. Plans are in place.
Q 6: Will these jets possess the ability to launch nuclear weapons in the future, since the current capacity is to just drop them?
A: Yes JF-17s are nuclear capable.
Q 7: Do they have the ability launch nuclear missiles, not just to carry them?
A: Raad 2 is the main nuclear platform for JF-17 Thunder & Mirages.
Q 8: Do you really expect it to cross into India with S-400's on guard?
A: Expect it to cross into India and be able to take out S-400s that are on guard. S-400 is part of a warfighting system and so is JF-17.
Q 9: What are our options for AESA? Western or Pak-China joint production?
A: Both options are available.
Q 10: Any plans of joint production or TOT with another country?
A: Yes, for a 5th Generation Stealth Fighter.
Q 11: Any plans for procurement of Twin-Jet fighters in the near future? Also what are the Twin-Jet choices for Pakistan?
A: Depends on economy & budget in next 5 yrs.
Q 12: Has the agreement with Thales for targeting pods been finalized or are we going for the Turkish ones?
A: Turkish ASELPOD - 2x orders granted.
Q 13: Are they comparable to Thales?
A: Yes.
Q 14: Which has higher superiority, American F-16s or ours JF-17 Thunders?
A: F-16 is more advanced, but you can buy 3 Thunders for the price of one F-16.
Q 15: Which block of JF-17s are you comparing with F-16s?
A: Block 2
Q 16: Block IIIs if proceed as expected will be 50 Jets only also? Making a total of JF-17 150 Jets only? F-7s and Mirages = 300 replacing?
A: 150+100 = 5 blocks.
Q 17: Where does B variants fit in? Are there any orders specific to dual seat variants in specific Blocks?
A: B is designed for export.
Q 18: There were reports regarding RD-93 engine that PAF is not satisfied with its performance and will replace the engine most probably with WS-13?
A: There's no need to change the engine, we have 500 RD-93s on order.
Q 19: How does JF-17 compare to F-16 in flight, avionics, weapons, radar etc. Head to Head, who wins?
A: Neck to Neck - Thunders have beaten F-16s in mock fights, depends on who’s flying.
Q 20: I'd take it as equal then. What about BVR capabilities?
A: BVR is about who's shooting, lots of tactics involved. AMRAAM & SD-10 aren't much far apart.
Q 21: May be that has to do with shifting from Western to Chinese avionics and armaments? Do you think Chinese technology will catch up soon?
A: Eventually
Q 22: What are the main differences b/w JF-17 Thunder & F-16 and which one is better in airfield battle?
A: Weight & Payload. F-16 is heavier, more powerful & carries more weapons.
Q 23: Can you tell me about total hard points on JF-17 block 2?
A: Seven.
Q 24: How long is it going to take to replace our aging fleet of F7 p/gs and mirage, they are crashing every other day?
A: Hopefully by 2020
Q 25: Is it better than block C/D F-16 and how is it comparable to Rafale that india is buying from France?
A: It is in the league of JAS-39 Gripen & KAI-F-50 not F-16 or Rafale, they are in the medium weight category.
Q 26: Still, is it better than F-16 or not?
A: As a multirole fighter Block-III matches the latest F-16.
Q 27: How does it compare with the HAL Tejas that Indians have been wetting themselves about?
A: Favorably.
Q 28: Is there any plan of installing Multiple Ejector Racks on Thunder? And can Thunder block 1 & 2 be equipped with AESA radar?
A: MERs are already functional, AESA can be upgraded on old blocks. Block-2 can take most of block 3 avionics. Many block-1s now carry block-2 avionics
Q 29: When will it become a stealth fighter?
A: Never
Q 30: Does JF-17 have fly by wire controls / FBW in any one axis?
A: New block of JF-17 has a 3 axis fully digital fly by electrical wire control system. Current aircraft coming off the line are FBW in all three axis.
Q 31: When will PAF confirm block III specifications? And when will PAF get 1st block III squadron?
A: Next year.
Q 32: Are there any plans / discussion for a 2 seat version of JF-17 to make a dedicated SEAD platform?
A: Eventually yes.
Q 33: Can JF-17 Thunder be used against F16 in a dog fight... Has PAF tried it against F16’s?
A: Yes, regularly.
Q 34: How will we tackle jet like Rafael?
A: By better pilot training.
Q 35: Is JF-17 capable enough to carry out assault operations or it is good for interceptor use?
A: Both
Q 36: Can JF-17 Thunder intercept an Indian Rafael?
A: Yes.
Q 37: Can you kindly tell which AESA radar has been selected for Block-3?
A: No Final selection yet.
Q 38: Will Block-3 use the same RD-93 engine?
A: Most likely.
Q 39: Will Block-3 of JF-17 be able to compete with Indian Rafael?
A: Neck to Neck.
Q 40: When will JF-17 block 3 take a 1st flight?
A: 2018.
Q 41: Will JF-17 block 3 will be using an on-board oxygen-generating system for longer missions?
A: OBGOS aren't always focused for longer missions but as such the JF-17 isn't expected to undertake deep strike roles yet.
Q 42: what is your opinion on rumors of a new engine for JF block III
A: Unlikely
Q 43: Will we use Ada programming language in next blocks?
A: No need for it- variations of C++ is more than sufficient for our needs (and the F-35 too)
Q 44: Do we have plan to equip block 3 with a quadruplex digital fly-by-wire flight system?
A: Already exists in block-2
Q 45: Address its thrust/weight, its G & how much secure it is for the pilot at max speed compared to Indian aircrafts mentioned previously?
A: T-w depends on load out, basic combat loadout T/w comparable to F-16
Q 46: Let’s say full load
A: At full load most aircrafts behave differently, full load F-16s behaves like a slower heavier aircraft, so does the JF-17.
Q 47: We all know that for good interception, speed is an important criteria. However JF-17’s max speed is Mach 1.6, which is less than arch rival aircraft.
A: Misprint on website has translated into a rolling misconception on max speed.
Q 48: According to my knowledge, As JF-17 is a product of reverse engineering of Mig-21s. How better it is as compared to Mig-21s?
A: Your product knowledge is absolutely incorrect. JF-17 is the culmination of Mikoyan-33 project coupled with F-16 design technology.
Q 49: Is it true that we have upgraded all our JF-17 block 1 to block 2 level and now JF-17 block 1 do not exist?
A: No, first 20-25 still block 1 series without full FBW
Q 50: When will we be able to indigenously design & develop our own avionics and radars?
A: When enough of our youth start taking interest in the field, get education related to it and contribute to the organizations doing R&D
Q 51: Being an engineer I've taken enough interest, but unfortunately there are less opportunities for R&D in Pakistan. Hope the situation changes.
A: Unfortunately the issue has to do with both bureaucratic hurdles & general non-fertile R&D ground for independent design & progress.
Q 52: And if twin engine aircrafts are too expensive to buy then what about the news of SU-35 PAF was going to buy?
A: Spit out by a less than knowledgeable defense minister who went on expression of interest rather than actual feasibility.
Q 53: Are we considering to build another fighter jet program after the success of JF-17 Thunder?
A: Yes, PAF Chief Interview available to outline just that
Q 54: How much role do native aeronautical & Mechanical Engineers have in building it since engine is like readymade?
A: It was just a basic drawing before PAF aerospace engineers left for Chengdu in late 90s to really start work on the program under Mr. Ma
Q 55: Will JF-17 aluminum body be replaced by carbon composite?
A: Composites are not some magical materials, only where required they are used in the Thunder.
Q 56: Will JF 17 get AESA radar & helmet mounted targeting?
A: Block-3 will introduce AESA & Helmet Mounted Targeting. These might also end up being applied towards the Block-2 fleet as an upgrade.
Q 57: What is the actual price tag compared with competition.
A: Market price block-1 is $18-21 million, Block-2: $23-25 million. Price for Pakistan aviation industry: Priceless
Q 58: Please tell me about JF-17 block3 as I have very little info about that. Will this gives a fight to Rafale ???
A: AESA, Better Electronic Warfare capabilities, more load carrying, and Helmet mounted display core changes- YES can handle Rafale
Q 59: Would JF-17B also have a 3 axis FBW? What is the word on IRST and HMDs, are non-Chinese solutions making it to Block III? Improvement in TWR?
A: 3 axis FBW already in place on existing aircraft after certain production batch, that is all I can say.
Q 60: will JF-17 block III(AESA+HMD+ speed 1.8 Mach) will be better than F-16 block 60 or 72 ?
A: There's no need for such a fighter.
Q 61: Block III will have HMD & AESA as many claim, but after these changes are we still going to chase F-16 Or JF-17 block III will be enough?
A: We are moving to 5th gen & looking at an interim strike fighter.
Q 62: The intense smoke from older blocks was very obvious from the engine. Block 3 has taken care of that?
A: Smoke due to technically older design of RD-93, current contract for 100 engines with Russia complete- follow up will decide
Q 63: Have there been any mock fights with SUKHOIs? Perhaps in exercise with Chinese?
A: Multiple times.
Q 64: Are we getting the spare parts from PAC or we import them?
A: PAC Mostly. Any exclusive items are sourced from reliable suppliers. By 2020- JF-17 will be made with 80% Pakistani parts.
Q 65: In which capacity its better than India’s modern combatants Su-30MKI, Mig-29S & Mirage-2000H?
A: It improves the capacity of PAF warfighting machine to take on IAF as a whole very effectively.
Q 66: Which Parts of the Aircraft JF-17 are built locally?
A: Center airframe, wings, avionic structures, wiring, harness etc.
Q 67: Is it able to compete with a SU-30 in a dogfight?
A: Depends on what scenario we are looking at- 1 vs 1 it is a tough fight; but modern air combat is rarely ever fought alone- short answer-YES
Q 68: Have we proceeded for stealth technology or still waiting?
A: In conceptual & design discussions with many parties
Q 69: How many JF-17s Pakistan should have?
A: Ideally 300-350
Q 70: Why doesn't our air force use double engine jet?
A: Too expensive to buy, too expensive to use & they are white elephants producing very low sortie rates at very high turn around cost.
Q 71: Off Topic but if admin would like to answer: Recent F-7 crashes are a bit worrisome due to precious lives lost / injured. Would J-10s replace F-7s?
A: PAF has dropped plans to buy J-10B. J-10(and other such plans) was officially killed by government of Asif Ali Zardari and their ruin of Pakistan's economy
Q 72: Why our politicians hate their own Armed Forces? Other countries Politicians goes extra mile to steal/bribe/buy best Tech for their Forces!
A: Our political parties are by far & large comprised of individuals sold out to the highest bidder from the embassy complex in g-5.
Q 73: It was not always like that, barring 1 or 2 individuals, this "Fashion" spread after 9/11, even some tid-bits journos bad mouthing Armed-Fs openly
A: It was always like that. People have sold out Pakistan for US dollars since the day it was formed- H. Haqqani & others are no different
Q 74: New Stealth City created by PAF. Is It created to make JF-17 Stealth or create a new stealth aircraft in future?
A: New project.
Q 75: Why PAK air force is unable to export a large quantity of these jets as they claimed they would do when the jet was launched in 2007?
A: 2 export orders are on, 3rd one in the final stage, more under discussion. 1st priority is PAF order of 150+100 jets.
Q 76: And name of the countries you're exporting to?
A: Nigeria, Myanmar & soon Azerbaijan.
Q 77: How many minutes it can sustain in front of Su30MKI, FGFA, Rafale, TejasMK1/2
A: Depends on whether we run out of these aircraft to shoot down
Q 78: What is the main difference between block 1 and block 2?
A: Better avionics, midflight refueling, better weight carrying capacity, better radar.
Q 79: Any plan for naval version? Does PN need JF17s or others?
A: PN is supported by the PAF aircrafts in anti-ship role based at Masroor. PN uses P-3Cs & Sea kings for anti-ship roles.
Q 80: Is JF-17 capable enough to carry out assault operations or it is good for interceptor use?
A: Both-Used in all roles- that is the concept of Multirole
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