JF-17 THUNDERBy

Umer Farooq Hashmi12379

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION JF-17 Thunder , - ایف گرج ١٧جے , CAC FC-1 Xiaolong is an

advanced, light-weight, all weather, day / night multi-role fighter aircraft; developed as a joint venture between Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC), Kamra and Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation (CAC) of China.

The first test flight of the first prototype took place during 2003 in China

In Pakistan it was put on display in year of 2007 . The state-of-the art avionics, optimally integrated sub-

systems, computerized flight controls and capability to employ latest weapons provides decisive advantage to JF-17 over adversaries of same class all weather, multi-role light combat fighter has remarkable high combat maneuverability at medium and low altitudes.

CHIEF PROJECT DIRECTOR

WHY PAKISTAN TURN HIS THINKING TOWARD

MANUFACTURING INSTEAD OF PURCHASING ?

HISTORY

In February 1992, CATIC (China Aero Technology Import and Export Corporation) invited the Pakistan to invest in the project in return for huge Transfer of Technology and participation in R&D of the project. Pakistan Accepted. 

The First Flight was planned in 1996, but it got delayed because Pakistan wished to upgrade the characteristics in response to India’s acquisitions of Su-30MKI. The project began to Stagnate.  But in 1998, Pakistani PM’s visit to China resulted in the continuation of the Program. 

 In 1999, sanctions on Pakistan led to serious setbacks on the program. Pakistan hoped to install Western Avionics on the plane, which was now not possible.

 The First JF-17 was assembled by May,2003

FEATURES

The avionics software of JF-17 is based on civilian C++ Language, Motorola 88000 microprocessor ,

For communication, the JF-17 is equipped with VHF/UHF radios. equipped with single Russian made RD-93 Turbofan engine , Radar Warning Receiver which warns the pilot for any incoming Radar guided missile or even any missile lock.

AIR TO AIR REFUELING

WEAPONS The aircraft would be capable of carrying some of the

most modern as well as conventional weapons, including:

•   70-100 Km active missiles (BVR)  

Highly agile Imaging infra red short range missiles Air to sea missiles 23 mm double barrel gun

SPECFICATION Length : 14.9m 49ft Height : 4.77m 15.6ft Wing span : 24.4 m² 263 ft²

GeneralCrew : one but two in block 31st flight : Aug,2003 Type : Multi roleCost : $15M-$25M

COMPRESSION