Analysts say US package to keep Pakistan’s F-16s combat-ready through 2040

Analysts say US package to keep Pakistan’s F-16s combat-ready through 2040

Describe networking capability as one of the most consequential elements of the deal.

US $686 Million Package to Keep Pakistan's F-16s Combat -Ready Until 2024

The United States has approved a defence support package worth 686 million dollars to upgrade Pakistan’s ageing F-16 fighter jets. This upgrade is aimed at keeping the aircraft fully operational and combat-ready until the year 2040. The package includes modern avionics systems, secure communication equipment, spare parts, pilot training programs, and long-term maintenance support. These upgrades will allow the jets to share real-time tactical in…

Pakistan gets advanced F-16 technology - News Pakistan

WASHINGTON: PAF had announced on 7th May that it had shot 3 IAF-operated Rafales down using Chinese J-10Cs, bad news for India is that (on the basis of 2022 maintenance deal) USA has approved on 13th Dec, sale of $686 million worth of advanced technology to upgrade the 70-80 F-16 jets in the fleet of Pakistan. While Rafale was present at the June’s Paris Air Show, China only brought models ofJ-10. Le Bourget Airport was the venue where week-lon…

Pakistan–US F-16 Modernization Deal: $686M Agreement under Review

Washington, : The United States has approved a $686 million defence agreement to supply advanced technology, equipment and support for Pakistan’s F-16 fighter jets, aimed at modernising its fleet. The deal was formally notified to the US Congress and will undergo a 30-day review period by lawmakers before final clearance. Under the package, Pakistan’s F-16 aircraft will receive Link-16 tactical data systems, cryptographic equipment, avionics upg…