The JF-17 Thunder is the result of the joint efforts of China and Pakistan.
Which has become the center of attention around the world
When was it built:
This agreement was signed between Pakistan and China in the 1990s for the production of the JF-17 Thunder
* First prototype:
The first prototype was rolled out by the Chinese company CAC on May 31, 2003
Additionally, on February 18, 2010, he was accepted into the Pakistan Air Force. * Production: In June 2009, at PAC, Kamra, the JF-17 was assembled in Pakistan.
* Manufacturing:
58% of the aircraft, including the front fuselage, wings and vertical stabilizer, is manufactured in Pakistan by PAC. China manufactures the remaining 42% of the components. The ante assembly and serial production takes place in Pakistan.
* Components:
JF-17 uses Russian engines, Italian radar, and parts from several countries, including Turkey
The JF-17 Thunder is a low-cost multi-role fighter aircraft that can perform various tasks such as interception, ground attack, anti-ship, and aerial reconnaissance. Several variants have been developed, including the recent Block III, which has improved avionics and weapons.
The first country to purchase the JF-17 fighter is Azerbaijan, with some reports suggesting it will be delivered in 2024. When the 17 Block III was announced, it was reported that a deal worth $1.6 billion had been struck between the two countries. Although the number of JF-17 fighters owned by the Azerbaijani government has not been made public, local media in the country claim that eight JF-17 fighters have been added to the country's air force.
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