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Pakistan affirms deployment of J-10C fighter jets in retaliation to Indian attacks, as per a report

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, officially affirmed on Wednesday that J-10C fighter jets were involved in Pakistan's counter-attack against Indian aggression, according to media reports. This confirmation came amidst rumors and speculation about the involvement...

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China's J-10C fighter jets joined Pakistan's retaliation against Indian attacks, according to Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, as media reported. The involvement of Pakistan's Chinese-supplied equipment in the skirmish that resulted in the destruction of multiple Indian aircraft had been a subject of much debate.

Pakistan affirms deployment of J-10C fighter jets in retaliation to Indian attacks, as per a report

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Check out the thrilling sight of a J-10CE fighter jet taking to the skies for a test flight and pilot training, just days before it joins the ranks of the Pakistan Air Force on March 11, 2022. Snapshot courtesy of AVIC.

Now, let's delve deeper into the J-10CE's backstory:

The Juicy Bits about the J-10CE Delivery

  • Delivery Timeline: The first tranche of six J-10CE export fighter jets touched down in Pakistan in March 2022, kicking off an exciting new chapter in military collaboration between China and Pakistan.
  • Total Count: Pakistan locked in a deal for a whopping 36 J-10CE fighters back in 2020, along with a hefty order of 250 PL-15E air-to-air missiles.
  • Aircraft Assets: The J-10CE is a multi-purpose fighter derived from the J-10C, and it boasts an advanced AESA radar and the ability to work seamlessly with the PL-15E missile, an export version of China's awe-inspiring PL-15 missile.

J-10CE in Action

  • Battle Engagements: There have been whispers of J-10CE fighters being deployed in combat against Indian aircraft.
  • Versatile Mission: These fighter jets are rumored to have also played a role in skirmishes against militant targets in Iran back in 2024.

Regarding the test flights and training sessions, specific details aren't readily available in the information at hand. However, it's safe to assume that Pakistan would have prepared their pilots meticulously, given the advanced nature of the J-10CE. Newly acquired fighter jets usually undergo comprehensive training and test flights to ensure pilots are well-acquainted with the aircraft's intricacies and to guarantee operational readiness.

  1. The finance industry in Pakistan conducted negotiations for 36 J-10CE fighter jets and an order of 250 PL-15E air-to-air missiles with the Chinese aerospace industry, in a deal sealed in 2020.
  2. The first import of six J-10CE fighter jets arrived in Pakistan in March 2022, initiating a significant expansion in military collaboration with China.
  3. Aerospace industry conducts research and development on advanced AESA radars for the J-10CE multi-purpose fighter, which is derived from the J-10C and can effectively utilize the PL-15E missile.
  4. In 2022, these advanced J-10CE fighter jets were put through comprehensive test flights and training sessions to ready the pilots for future operations after their arrival in Pakistan, ensuring operational readiness and mastery of the aircraft's complexities.

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