Due to the sanctions imposed by the United States, a significant number of Joint Fighter-17 units were rendered inoperable. This unfortunate circumstance has resulted in a severe setback for those relying on the Joint Fighter-17 for military operations and strategic defense.
Pakistan’s Joint Fighter-17 Planes Grounded (Photo: Hush-Kit)
Upgraded Joint Fighter-17 Enhance Capabilities of Widely Used Aircraft
According to the Bulgarian Military, the Pakistan Air Force heavily relies on the Joint Fighter-17, a vital component of their air defense strategy. Currently, there are more than a 100 units of this fighter in use.
Although Joint Fighter-17 continues to be widely used, it is considered an outdated aircraft due to advancements in technology and design. However, China has made significant strides in improving its newer version, making it a more capable and advanced aircraft.
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Pakistan’s Joint Fighter-17 Planes Grounded Due to Non-Functional Russian-Made Engines
According to the same article, a considerable part of the Joint Fighter-17 was found to be inoperable due to the presence of Russian-made engines.
The Pakistani authorities have formally requested that their Chinese counterparts take the necessary measures to maintain the engines of the Joint Fighter-17. However, China has apparently been reluctant to address this issue, which has led to the unfortunate grounding of the Joint Fighter-17.
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Due to this crisis, more than a hundred of the Joint Fighter-17 were rendered hostage by sanctions imposed by the United States.
