ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s military announced signing of a major deal to sell JF-17 Block III (Thunder) fighter jets to Azerbaijan.
The military’s media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said this agreement is designed to enhance Azerbaijan’s air power. Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev was briefed on the JF-17’s combat capabilities during his visit to Pakistan in July, paving the way for this partnership.
JF-17 Thunder is state-of-the-art lightweight fighter aircraft developed through a collaboration between the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex Kamra (PAC) and China’s Chengdu Aircraft Industry Corporation (CAC).
Multirole combat aircraft JF-17 is equipped with excellent air-to-air and air-to-surface combat capabilities, featuring advanced avionics, integrated sub-systems, computerized flight controls, and compatibility with modern weaponry.
Inter-Services Public Relations ISPR said this deal will not only bolster Baku’s military capabilities but also strengthen friendly relations between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. A statement from the President’s office confirmed that the fighter jets have already been integrated into Azerbaijan’s Air Force.