Shenyang FC-31 (v2) takes to the skies for the first time
The second FC-31 prototype, developed and produced by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation, undertook its maiden test flight…
Bilal Khan
Founder of Quwa, Bilal has been researching Pakistani defence industry and security issues for over 15 years. His work has been cited by Pakistan's National Defence University (NDU), the Council of Foreign Relations, Bulletin of Atomic Scientists, Centre of Airpower Studies and many others. He has a Hons. B.A in Political Science and Masters of Interntional Public Policy from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
Lockheed Martin awarded TSS contract for Pakistani AH-1Z
The U.S. Department of Defence has awarded a contract to Lockheed Martin to supply its Target Sight Systems (TSS) for Pakistan’s Bell AH-1Z Viper…
Russia reportedly delivers first four Su-35 fighters to China
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force has reportedly received its first batch of Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E multi-role fighters from Russia…
Discussion: The Pakistan Navy’s Frigate Options (2016)
Overview of the Pakistan Navy’s frigate options in light of the country’s limited financial means and need to prioritize big-ticket procurements…
Pakistan reportedly aiming to export another 100 Super Mushshak
Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production Rana Tanveer Hussain reportedly told local media that Pakistan is aiming to export another 100 Super Mushshak…
Aero Vodochody hopeful of sales to revive L-159 production
Czech aircraft manufacturer Aero Vodochody is hopeful of securing new L-159 advanced trainer sales, enabling the company to revive production…
Federal Court of Canada will decide on GDLS LAV sale to Saudi Arabia
The Federal Court of Canada will decide whether to approve or block a CAD $15 billion sale of armoured fighting vehicles to Saudi Arabia…
China’s Avicopter AC352 conducts maiden flight with WZ-16 engine
The Avicopter AC352, which was jointly developed by Avicopter and Airbus Helicopters, successfully conducted its maiden flight using the WZ-16 turboshaft…
Pakistani official mentions possible helicopter deal with Russia
The Pakistan Foreign Office’s Spokesman, Nafees Zakaria, mentioned that a helicopter deal with Russia is expected to be concluded soon…
Pakistan will reportedly receive Mi-35 helicopters in 2017
The Pakistan Army will reportedly receive its four Mi-35 assault helicopters from Russia in 2017…