JF-17C Fighter Jets Inducted into Azerbaijan’s Air Force
Azerbaijan’s Air Force has officially inducted JF-17C fighter jets, which were jointly developed by Pakistan and China.
The Azerbaijan Ministry of Defense announced the addition of these aircraft, supplied by Pakistan, to its air force fleet. During a recent event, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan, accompanied by Pakistani military officials, assessed the aircraft’s capabilities and even had the opportunity to inspect the jet from inside.
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The JF-17C fighter jets are a product of collaboration between the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex and China’s Chengdu Aircraft Corporation. Earlier this year, reports indicated that Azerbaijan planned to acquire JF-17C jets, with the total deal valued at approximately $1.6 billion.
These modern, lightweight, all-weather aircraft are designed for versatile operations, capable of performing effectively both during the day and at night.
