Pakistan's Air Force showcased a J-10C fighter-jet, which it had recently inducted, for the first time earlier this month. The aircraft was spotted in action with a Shenyang WS-10 Turbofan engine. Many social media reports confirmed that this aircraft was in use.
The Chinese J-10C is a light-to-mediumweight fighter aircraft that is designed for air-to-air combat missions. It has an electronically scanned array (AESA) fire control radar and can carry advanced fourth-generation air-to-air missiles. It can also transport drop tanks and avionicsPods. The J-10C is a more radar-friendly model than the J-10. The J-10C is equipped with eleven hardpoints, and can hold six thousand kilograms worth of weapons. The aircraft can carry air-to-air missiles such as the Yj-91a radar guided missile, Kd-88 anti-ship missile, and Yj-91a air-to-air missile.
Chengdu Aerospace Corporation introduced the J-10C fighter-jet, a brand new model of J-10. It comes with an electronically scanned area (AESA), radar, a canard -delta wing, as well as an avionics platform. It also includes a supersonic diverterless intake. It features an upgraded airframe, which is made out of composite materials in order to reduce its weight.
The J-10C has a long history of development. It was first flown in 1998 and became a front-line aircraft in 2003. This is the J-10's most advanced variant. It has a delta wings and canard design which improve aerodynamics but also reduce drag. It can be used in all weather conditions. It features 11 hardpoints to carry weapons, similar to the Indian Rafale fighter. It has a high-powered avionics suite that is comparable to the F-22 or F-35.
The aircraft was inducted during a flypast that was witnessed by Pakistan's prime minister, Imran Khan. He also congratulated the nation on the delivery of the fighter jet. The aircraft's cockpit was also occupied by the chief of military staff and the prime minister. The J-10-C was described by the chief of Air Staff as a fully integrated weapon systems. The aircraft can carry a variety of air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles, including radar guided missiles. The aircraft can be recharged by air.
Numerous Pakistani military analysts believe the J-10C to be Pakistan's answer the Rafale. It is more stable than the Rafale and has more powerful and agile engines. It has an improved electronic warfare suite. It has improved resistance to jamming, and it features an advanced three-dimensional map and waveform agility for SAR imaging. It also has greater energy and thrust, and is 11 percent heavier.
Pakistan is interested in buying the Chinese J-10C fighter aircraft, mainly to counter the Indian Rafale fighter jet. This aircraft is a cheaper and more reliable alternative to Pakistan's Lockheed Martin F-16s. The Rafale-compatible weaponry can also be carried on the aircraft's advanced radar and air to-air missiles.