RAWALPINDI: As part of Pakistan’s efforts to decorate defence cooperation with friendly nations, a contract for the sale of JF-17 Block-III fighter plane to reinforce air power competencies of Azerbaijan has been lately signed. During his current visit to Pakistan, Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev turned into briefed at the combat skills and flexible employment alternatives of JF-17 BLOCK-III fighter aircraft, an Inter Services Public Relations news launch said on Thursday. Pursuant to President Aliyev’s visit and on the request of Government of Azerbaijan, Pakistan deployed a Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent at Baku to take part in ADEX-2024 showcasing the aerial prowess and static show of Pride of Pakistan JF-17 Thunder Block-III. During deployment, JF-17 finished air-to-air refuelling from the PAF Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft deploying in a single hop to Baku, demonstrating lengthy haul functionality and reach of the PAF’s fighter jet. President Ilham Aliyev visited the static show of JF-17 BLOCK-III and later witnessed its enchanting aerial demonstration, showcasing the agility and maneuverability of the fighter jet alongside the professional competence of PAF pilots. The JF-17 Thunder Block-III is an AESA Radar and Long Range BVR geared up 4.5 era Multi-Role fighter aircraft which is able to mission big selection of fight missions presenting modern air strength employment alternatives accordingly strengthening the National Security Paradigm of Azerbaijan. President Ilham Aliyev stated that the assist prolonged through Pakistan might move a long way in consolidating the present navy cooperation, fostering closer defence collaboration and strengthening the warm brotherly ties between the two countries.
