This Week in Defence News
22-28 January 2016 - JF-17 spotted with alternate refuelling probe; Pakistan looks to expand its shipbuilding capacity; Pakistan’s initiates C-130B/E upgrade & life-extension plan
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.
Should Pakistan Consider Used F-16s?
It is possible that the PAF is considering used F-16s as a means to both plug nearing operational gaps as well as steadily ...
Understanding the Pakistan Army’s Attack Helicopter Plans
The Pakistan Army's near 40-strong Cobra fleet (Flight Global) has reached the point where a suitable successor must enter the pipeline, so as to ensure...
Background: Helmet Mounted Display and Sight (HMD/S)
Helmet mounted display and sight (HMD/S) systems are an increasingly common addition to the cockpits of modern fighter aircraft.
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Is There Potential in Brazilian-Pakistani Defence Ties?
The sale of MAR-1 anti-radiation missiles and Piranha air-to-air missiles served as an important bridge for Brazilian-Pakistani commercial defence ties. Not only did they demonstrate...
Pakistan Reportedly Interested in the Altay MBT
Pakistan, who has sought to cultivate strong defence ties with Ankara over the past decade through a series of arms purchases, joint-exercises and a bilateral...
Background: Infrared Search & Track (IRST)
Although not a prevalent subsystem at present, it is worth taking a look at IRST systems as they are closely intertwined with modern...
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Every Friday, Quwa offers coverage and short-form analysis of various news topics. It is difficult to offer in-depth coverage of every interesting piece of news,...
China Takes Center Stage in Pakistan’s Modernization Plans
While China has been a major source of weapons for Pakistan over the past 50 years, new Chinese export programs will form the nuclei of...