JF-17 - Updates, News & Discussion

[Distant_Observer]

Pakistan, Bangladesh and China need to integrate in air, ground and space.

This means Bangladesh needs to fully embed itself into the Chinese ecosystem.

So when India attacks either party, there is a uniform response with clear lines of communication.

So yes they should introduce the thunders ASAP.

 

[maxpane]

If JF-17 gets BD order that will be 5 Air Forces. Saab Gripen is used by 6 Air Forces.

That is incredible.

Pakistan , azerbaijan, myanmar, nigeria, soon
Libya bangladesh
may be behrain

 

[Ali_Baba]

Pakistan , azerbaijan, myanmar, nigeria, soon
Libya bangladesh
may be behrain

Nigeria has been very very slow on a follow up order for the JF17C. I suspect(my hunch) they will go western for the next order ( and fall in line with the Americans - i do think there was more to the USA attacks in Nigeria, than meets the eye ).

They sit at #10 in oil reserves : https://www.worldometers.info/oil/oil-reserves-by-country/

I don't see Bahrain as a contender to be honest, there is more chance of Iraq than Bahrain.

 

[Toxic]

Nigeria has been very very slow on a follow up order for the JF17C. I suspect(my hunch) they will go western for the next order ( and fall in line with the Americans - i do think there was more to the USA attacks in Nigeria, than meets the eye ).

They sit at #10 in oil reserves : https://www.worldometers.info/oil/oil-reserves-by-country/

I don't see Bahrain as a contender to be honest, there is more chance of Iraq than Bahrain.

Nigeria isn't getting anymore JF-17s they don't have a need for fast jets since it's a largely COIN focused force, thats why they have ordered M-346s.

 

[VCheng]

Nigeria has been very very slow on a follow up order for the JF17C.

Because the three that they have are grounded may provide a hint as to why.

(As are all the ones sold to Burma: grounded.)

 

[Yasser76]

Because the three that they have are grounded may provide a hint as to why.

(As are all the ones sold to Burma: grounded.)

Really?

What is this then?

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[VCheng]

Really?

Yes, really.

 

[Toxic]

Because the three that they have are grounded may provide a hint as to why.

(As are all the ones sold to Burma: grounded.)

Last time I checked those "Grounded" Jets were helping stop a coup in Benin.

 

[Yasser76]

Yes, really.

strange, video shows otherwise. Do you have a source for Nigeria's jets being grounded? They recently got integrated with ASEL Pod

 

[VCheng]

Last time I checked those "Grounded" Jets were helping stop a coup in Benin.

Please check again.

 

[hussain0216]

Nigeria isn't getting anymore JF-17s they don't have a need for fast jets since it's a largely COIN focused force, thats why they have ordered M-346s.

I agree, they don't really need jets

Even going for a western jet seems pointless

JF17s for them seem right for the threat they face, but they should have at least increased the order to atleast 10-20 jets to support their military

 

[Ali_Baba]

Because the three that they have are grounded may provide a hint as to why.

(As are all the ones sold to Burma: grounded.)

Nigerian Air Force Deploys JF-17 Jets to Foil Benin Coup Attempt​

Nigerian JF-17 Jets Thwart Benin Coup with Precision Strikes

Nigeria's JF-17 fighters validate capabilities in Benin coup operation amid regional tensions. ISLAMABAD: In a swift and decisive intervention, the

timesofislamabad.com

They seem quite effective for aircraft that were apparently "grounded" ......

Where is your proof that they are "grounded".

 

[Toxic]

Please check again.

Genuinely terrible ragebait gotta up your game buddy

 

[VCheng]

strange, video shows otherwise. Do you have a source for Nigeria's jets being grounded? They recently got integrated with ASEL Pod

Nigerian Air Force Deploys JF-17 Jets to Foil Benin Coup Attempt​

Nigerian JF-17 Jets Thwart Benin Coup with Precision Strikes

Nigeria's JF-17 fighters validate capabilities in Benin coup operation amid regional tensions. ISLAMABAD: In a swift and decisive intervention, the

timesofislamabad.com

They seem quite effective for aircraft that were apparently "grounded" ......

Where is your proof that they are "grounded".

JF-17 Grounding Issues in Nigeria and Myanmar​

Overview of Grounding​

The JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, developed by Pakistan and China, have faced significant operational challenges in both Nigeria and Myanmar, leading to their grounding.

Nigeria's Experience​

• Technical Issues: Nigeria's JF-17s have encountered frequent technical glitches, particularly with avionics and radar systems. The airborne interception radar has been unreliable, affecting the aircraft's performance.
• Operational Impact: Due to these issues, Nigeria has sought alternatives, including the purchase of Italian M-346FA fighter jets, which are considered more reliable and maneuverable.

Myanmar's Experience​

• Grounding Reasons: The Myanmar Air Force has grounded its fleet of JF-17s due to structural flaws, including cracks in the airframe and malfunctions in critical systems like the radar. Reports indicate that up to 11 aircraft were rendered unfit for service.
• Bilateral Strain: The grounding has strained relations between Myanmar and Pakistan, prompting Pakistan to send engineers to assist with repairs. However, these efforts have had limited success, and the situation remains unresolved.

Summary of Issues​

Nigeria	Technical glitches, unreliable radar	Seeking alternatives
Myanmar	Structural flaws, radar malfunctions	Fleet grounded, repairs ongoing

Both countries have experienced significant challenges with the JF-17, raising concerns about the aircraft's reliability and operational effectiveness.

 

[VCheng]

Genuinely terrible ragebait gotta up your game buddy

The googlies be yer fraand.