Does Pakistan need new frigates?
The Pakistan Navy is undergoing modernization, but new frigates are not (yet) on the horizon; are they really necessary? Or are frigates antiquated?
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Saab launches the JAS-39E Gripen (Next Generation)
Saab has taken the wraps off its first JAS-39E Gripen NG fighter. The updated Gripen will enter service in Sweden, Brazil and potentially a number...
Pakistani Defence Minister: Other options besides F-16s
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, informed journalists that Pakistan could pursue other combat aircraft options besides the F-16.
King Air 350ER: Pakistan’s little known surveillance aircraft
The Beechcraft King Air 350 ER Special Mission aircraft is a well rounded ISR asset – two are in use with the Pakistan Armed Forces.
The Turkish Strike Arsenal
Roketsan and TUBITAK SAGE have made impressive strides in the development of precision-guided air-to-surface weaponry; we offer an overview
Turkey will upgrade Pakistan’s F-16s
In 2014, Pakistan acquired 13 F-16A/B ADF from Jordan, it may be putting those birds through the Mid-Life Update with Turkey’s help
Could Pakistan re-approach Argentina on JF-17?
Argentina is hoping to a squadron of used F-5Es from the US, but it still needs a modern multi-role fighter that is capable & affordable....
Is Pakistan in talks with China for long-range SAMs?
Pakistan could be in the process of procuring the FD-2000 or HQ-9 long-range surface-to-air missiles to bolster its integrated air defence system
Keep an eye on the Airbus Zephyr UAV/Quasi-Satellite
The Zephyr is being developed by Airbus as a quasi-satellite system that could support a military's communications and ISR needs
The Pakistan Air Force kicks-off Tempest II exercise
Earlier this week, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) had initiated Tempest II, a key exercise designed to assess the effectiveness of its air warfare assets.