[🇵🇰-✈JF-17] Azerbaijan Air Force Becomes Fourth Operator of JF-17 Fighter Aircraft

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Check that USAF AI controlled F-16v shooting down dozens of aircraft in simulations and doing it repeatedly too. Anything a human can do, the AI can do better, and the scary bit is that it learns from its mistakes and input. It’s very scary.

yes I'm aware of that. Aren't they giving the AI %100 situational awareness in those simulations?

 

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yes I'm aware of that. Aren't they giving the AI %100 situational awareness in those simulations?

Wouldn't situational awareness be critical inputs/ updated every few minutes/ seconds via the various onboard sensors? Your on board Airborne intercept radar data, your MAWS, your IFF, your FLIR, your RWR and the evolving GCI/ surveillance data/ GC radar plots? Any ground or air based ECM sensors or even noise/ signal jammers. All this must've been part of the simulation. They made it as real a scenario as possible. I'll try finding that article. What the designers proved is that you just don't need no driver no more. The AI CPU is performing wonders! It's very scary, where we're going. Down da road, wes not goin need nobody doin jack diddly. This is why there are conferences in most developed world capitals wondering what to do? where to go from here on out no? You understand what this means for poor countries no?

 

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Azerbaijan Air Force Becomes Fourth Operator of JF-17 Fighter Aircraft, President Aliyev Confirms​

Global Defense Insight
September 25, 2024

Azerbaijan Air Force is now officially the fourth operator of JF-17 multi-role fighter aircraft. The president’s office confirmed in a statement.

“President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev was presented JF-17C (Block-III) multirole fighter jets on September 25, at Heydar Aliyev International Airport. These advanced, lightweight, all-weather aircraft, designed for both day and night operations, were developed as a joint venture between Pakistan Aeronautical Complex, Kamra, and Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation of China.

The jets have already been integrated into the arsenal of Azerbaijan’s Air Force.

Defense Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov reported to Supreme Commander-in-Chief Ilham Aliyev. Azerbaijan’s Defense Minister and Chairman of the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Board, Air Vice Marshal Hakim Raza provided details about the aircraft’s tactical and technical specifications, operational guidelines, and key performance indicators.

The JF-17C (Block-III) is a single-engine multirole combat aircraft known for its air-to-air and air-to-ground capabilities, as well as its high maneuverability at medium and low altitudes, making it notable for its effective firepower”

 

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Azerbaijan has officially become the fourth operator of the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet, as Pakistan has delivered the first batch of advanced JF-17 Block III aircraft to the country. This significant development marks a milestone for both the JF-17 program and the growing defense cooperation between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.

Key Details​

• Delivery of JF-17 Block III: Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) has delivered an undisclosed number of JF-17 Block III fighters to the Azerbaijan Air Force. The Block III variant features several enhancements over previous versions, including an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, improved avionics, and better weapons capabilities.
• Strengthening Defense Ties: The acquisition of JF-17s by Azerbaijan underscores the deepening defense relationship between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. The two countries have been in negotiations for JF-17 purchases for several years, and this delivery represents a significant step forward in their military cooperation.
• Strategic Implications: Azerbaijan's decision to acquire the JF-17 could have broader strategic implications in the region. As a long-standing rival of Armenia, Azerbaijan's air force modernization efforts are likely aimed at maintaining a military edge in the region. The JF-17 purchase also diversifies Azerbaijan's defense procurement sources beyond traditional suppliers like Russia.
• Boost for the JF-17 Program: The sale to Azerbaijan is a significant achievement for the JF-17 program, which has struggled to secure major export orders in the past. This delivery represents the largest export deal for the aircraft to date and could pave the way for further sales to other countries in the region and beyond.

Implications for Regional Security​

The delivery of JF-17 Block III fighters to Azerbaijan has the potential to alter the regional security dynamics in the South Caucasus. As tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia remain high, the introduction of these advanced aircraft could lead to a shift in the military balance between the two countries.

Moreover, the JF-17's capabilities, particularly its AESA radar and weapons systems, could pose a challenge to Armenia's aging fleet of Russian-made MiG-29 and Su-30 fighters. This could prompt Armenia to accelerate its own air force modernization efforts or seek additional support from Russia.

Conclusion​

The delivery of JF-17 Block III fighters to Azerbaijan represents a significant milestone in the aircraft's export history and a testament to the growing defense ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. As the region continues to grapple with security challenges, the introduction of these advanced jets could have far-reaching implications for the military balance and regional stability in the South Caucasus.