The JF-17 Block-III could incorporate an infrared search and track (IRST) system, but what IRST options are available? We take a look.
Despite the challenges, Pakistan Aeronautical Complex is eager to market the JF-17 in Africa, especially Morocco and Nigeria
The Pakistan Air Force is considering the idea of changing the JF-17’s engine from the RD-93 to the newer RD-33MK or WS-13.
Defence Minister Khawaja Asif formally handed over the JF-17 Thunder to the No. 2 (“Minhas”) fighter squadron at Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Base Masroor.
A look at how the Pakistan Air Force could pursue its helmet-mounted display/sight (HMD/S) options for the JF-17 Block-III
The Pakistan Air Force is interested in acquiring the Thales Damocles targeting pod for the JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighter
In addition to the subsystems slotted for use on the JF-17, it may be prudent for the PAF to incorporate a photo-reconnaissance pod on the Block-III
The JF-17’s Chief Project Directo said that Selex was competing for the JF-17 Block-III’s AESA radar requirement; could more be afoot in this area?
To present the JF-17 Block-III with the latest in munitions technology, such as the Denel Dynamics A-Darter, Raptor-II, Umbani, etc would be a true leap.
Pakistan needs to guarantee the availability of the latest munitions with the JF-17. The ideal country to offer the goods is South Africa.