What Did Pakistan and India’s Air Battle Teach Us?
The air battle between Pakistan and India sheds light on subjects like mechanics, tactics, and technologies regarding a 21st century peer-to-peer air battle.
PL-15e News
Air
Weapon / Missile
Air
Defence Politics
Pakistan Confirms Inking of Deal with Azerbaijan for JF-17
The Government of Pakistan confirmed that Azerbaijan has inked the deal to acquire 40 JF-17 fighters at a cost of $2 billion alongside a defence agreement.
Bilateral Relations
Pakistan Might Acquire J-35A and HQ-19 ABM from China
Pakistan has officially confirmed a major package of air force equipment offer from China, including J-35A fighters and HQ-19 ABMs following J-10C’s success.
Weapon / Missile
Unmanned Systems
India Uses Python-5 and I-Derby-ER Missiles Against Pakistan
Wreckages of the Python-5 and I-Derby-ER anti-air missiles in India have appeared on social media, which are used by Indian fighters and air defence systems.
Air
E/W
Weapon / Missile
Unmanned Systems
Expo and Air Show
China Unveils Two 5th Generation Aircraft at the same time
China unveiled its new generation stealth fighter jet “J-35A” and displayed a mock-up of the two-seat version of the J-20 aircraft “J-20S” at Zhuhai Airshow.
Air
Expo and Air Show
China Shows PL-15 AAM Variant for J-20 Fighters
During Zhuhai Airshow 2024, China displayed a new variant of its PL-15 BVRAAM with folding fins, adapted for J-20 fighters' internal weapon bays.
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