For over a week, there were some social media buzz and videos purportedly of the crash of a&nbsp;Pakistani JF-17, the fighter jet it developed jointly with China. But authorities chose to exercise caution by withholding information about the incident, apparently&nbsp;involving the Pakistan Air Force JF-17 Block 2. And now, the maker of the ejection seat of the aircraft has revealed the incident in a post on X, saying the pilot had ejected safely.

The crash, which purportedly occurred last Wednesday (June 5) near the Jhang district within the Faisalabad division of Punjab province, had sparked speculation about the state of the country's military aviation capabilities.

However, neither Pakistani media outlets nor government authorities provided official statements regarding the crash.

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On Wednesday (June 11),&nbsp; Martin-Baker,&nbsp;which describes itself as the world's leading manufacturer of Ejection Seats, posted on X that the pilot,&nbsp;a Wing Commander, managed to safely eject using one of its Martin-Baker PK16LE seats.

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The British company revealed&nbsp;that the incident marked yet another successful ejection,&nbsp;while underscoring the efficacy of its life-saving ejection technology.

It added that so far, a total of 7,723 lives have been saved through Martin-Baker ejection seats.&nbsp;

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Videos have been doing the rounds on social media in the past week, purportedly showing the pilot who ejected to safety. One such clip showed him lying on the ejection seat, covering his face with one hand, and speaking on a mobile phone, as locals gather and chatter around him.

<h2>JF-17:&nbsp;Jointly&nbsp;developed by Pakistan-China </h2>

The JF-17 Thunder, a collaborative effort between Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China, is a crucial aircraft of Pakistan's Air Force.

According to the US Army Training and Doctrine Command headquartered at Fort Eustis, Virginia, the "JF-17 Thunder Pakistani Multirole Combat is a lightweight, single-engine, multi-role combat aircraft developed jointly by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China."

It was designed to replace several older aircraft and fulfill various operational roles including "interception, ground attack, anti-ship, and aerial reconnaissance."

As per the specifications mentioned about the JF-17 Block 2, which purportedly crashed in Pakistan, "it is a dual-seat variant, 8 of which were rolled out at PAC Kamra in December 2019."

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"The production of the first JF-17B was initiated by Pakistan and China in 2016. On 28 April 2017, the JF-17B took its maiden test flight in Chengdu," the command information reads.&nbsp;

This incident added to a series of past crashes involving Pakistani military aircraft that, as per Pakistan's local media reports, raised concerns about the challenges faced by Pakistani authorities in maintaining an air fleet comprising aging aircraft amid limited financial resources.

The decision to withhold information seems to be Pakistan's cautious approach and perhaps is aimed at managing public perception and maintaining operational security within its armed forces.

However, nothing substantial can be asserted amid the silence by Pakistani Air Force.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

For over a week, there were some social media buzz and videos purportedly of the crash of a Pakistani JF-17, the fighter jet it developed jointly with China. But authorities chose to exercise caution by withholding information about the incident, apparently involving the Pakistan Air Force JF-17 Block 2.

For over a week, there were some social media buzz and videos purportedly of the crash of a Pakistani JF-17, the fighter jet it developed jointly with China. But authorities chose to exercise caution by withholding information about the incident, apparently involving the Pakistan Air Force JF-17 Block 2. And now, the maker of the ejection seat of the aircraft has revealed the incident in a post on X, saying the pilot had ejected safely. The crash, which purportedly occurred last Wednesday (June 5) near the Jhang district within the Faisalabad division of Punjab province, had sparked speculation about the state of the country's military aviation capabilities. However, neither Pakistani media outlets nor government authorities provided official statements regarding the crash. Also Read | White House says US 'deeply concerned' by stabbing of 4 American college teachers in China On Wednesday (June 11), Martin-Baker, which describes itself as the world's leading manufacturer of Ejection Seats, posted on X that the pilot, a Wing Commander, managed to safely eject using one of its Martin-Baker PK16LE seats. On Wednesday 5th June, a Pakistan Air Force JF-17 Block 2 aircraft crashed near the Jhang district. The pilot successfully ejected using the Martin-Baker PK16LE Seat.#MartinBaker #EngineeringForLife pic.twitter.com/8gIkX3ZihE — Martin-Baker (@MB_EjectEject) June 11, 2024 × The British company revealed that the incident marked yet another successful ejection, while underscoring the efficacy of its life-saving ejection technology. It added that so far, a total of 7,723 lives have been saved through Martin-Baker ejection seats. Also Read | Hunter Biden found guilty on illegal gun possession case Videos have been doing the rounds on social media in the past week, purportedly showing the pilot who ejected to safety. One such clip showed him lying on the ejection seat, covering his face with one hand, and speaking on a mobile phone, as locals gather and chatter around him. JF-17: Jointly developed by Pakistan-China The JF-17 Thunder, a collaborative effort between Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China, is a crucial aircraft of Pakistan's Air Force. According to the US Army Training and Doctrine Command headquartered at Fort Eustis, Virginia, the "JF-17 Thunder Pakistani Multirole Combat is a lightweight, single-engine, multi-role combat aircraft developed jointly by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China." It was designed to replace several older aircraft and fulfill various operational roles including "interception, ground attack, anti-ship, and aerial reconnaissance." As per the specifications mentioned about the JF-17 Block 2, which purportedly crashed in Pakistan, "it is a dual-seat variant, 8 of which were rolled out at PAC Kamra in December 2019." Watch | WION Headlines | Hunter Biden guilty on gun trial | Azov hails US lifting weapons ban × "The production of the first JF-17B was initiated by Pakistan and China in 2016. On 28 April 2017, the JF-17B took its maiden test flight in Chengdu," the command information reads. This incident added to a series of past crashes involving Pakistani military aircraft that, as per Pakistan's local media reports, raised concerns about the challenges faced by Pakistani authorities in maintaining an air fleet comprising aging aircraft amid limited financial resources. The decision to withhold information seems to be Pakistan's cautious approach and perhaps is aimed at managing public perception and maintaining operational security within its armed forces. However, nothing substantial can be asserted amid the silence by Pakistani Air Force. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan was secretive about fighter jet JF-17 crash, but ejection seat maker firm made it public

According to reports, Argentina is planning to buy 12 <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-russia-conduct-joint-military-drills-with-j-20-fighters-missiles-and-drones-404552">JF-17A</a> Block III fighters from Pakistan.

The Argentinian government has reportedly included the $664 million Pakistan jet deal in a draft budget for 2022 in Parliament.

The JF-17 Thunder has been jointly built by Pakistan and China's Chengdu Aircraft Corporation. The jet deal report comes after the&nbsp;UK reportedly blocked&nbsp;South Korean fighter jets to Argentina.

Argentina had also reportedly tried to buy Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets in 2015 but the deal fell due to the UK government's pressure, reports claimed.

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The Argentinian Air Force had retired Dassault Mirage III interceptor aircraft from its fighter fleet and has been scouting for options.

Pakistan's Aeronautical Complex(PAC) headquartered in Kamra, Punjab had delivered 14 JF-17 jets to the Pakistan Air Force last year which was produced by Chinese and Pakistani technicians.

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In May 2019, China had delivered the first JF-17 fighter jet to Pakistan after overhauling it. The overhaul of the jets had reportedly taken place in 2017 after a contract was signed between the Chinese government and Pakistan in 2016.

The Chinese-built JF-17 fighters have reportedly become the mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US imposed restrictions on the sale of F-16s&nbsp;under the Pressler amendments.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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According to reports, Argentina is planning to buy 12 JF-17A Block III fighters from Pakistan. The Argentinian government has reportedly included the $664 million Pakistan jet deal in a draft budget for 2022 in Parliament.

According to reports, Argentina is planning to buy 12 JF-17A Block III fighters from Pakistan. The Argentinian government has reportedly included the $664 million Pakistan jet deal in a draft budget for 2022 in Parliament. The JF-17 Thunder has been jointly built by Pakistan and China's Chengdu Aircraft Corporation. The jet deal report comes after the UK reportedly blocked South Korean fighter jets to Argentina. Argentina had also reportedly tried to buy Sweden's JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets in 2015 but the deal fell due to the UK government's pressure, reports claimed. Watch: The Argentinian Air Force had retired Dassault Mirage III interceptor aircraft from its fighter fleet and has been scouting for options. Pakistan's Aeronautical Complex(PAC) headquartered in Kamra, Punjab had delivered 14 JF-17 jets to the Pakistan Air Force last year which was produced by Chinese and Pakistani technicians. In Pics: In dogfight over Himalayas between India's Rafale vs China's J-20 stealth fighter, who wins? In May 2019, China had delivered the first JF-17 fighter jet to Pakistan after overhauling it. The overhaul of the jets had reportedly taken place in 2017 after a contract was signed between the Chinese government and Pakistan in 2016. The Chinese-built JF-17 fighters have reportedly become the mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US imposed restrictions on the sale of F-16s under the Pressler amendments. (With inputs from Agencies)

Argentina planning to buy  JF-17 fighters from Pakistan: Report

Pakistan Air Force(PAF) is all set to induct&nbsp;China's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/jf-17-used-to-shoot-down-indian-aircraft-says-pakistan-military-205603">JF-17 </a>fighter aircraft manufactured by Pakistan's aeronautical company.

According to reports, Pakistan's&nbsp;Aeronautical Complex(PAC)&nbsp;headquartered in Kamra, Punjab has&nbsp;delivered 14 JF-17 jets to the PAF.

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The dual-seat fighter jet is set to&nbsp;be inducted into the Pakistan Air Force fleet in a ceremony on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The fighter is jointly produced by China and Pakistan technicians. In May last year, China had delivered the first JF-17 fighter jet to Islamabad after overhauling it.&nbsp;

PAF had test-fired an indigenously developed extended range "smart weapon" from the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet which included night capability to engage a variety of targets with pinpoint accuracy.

The exact details of the "indigenous capability" wasn't shared by PAF.

In 2007, China had delivered the jets for the first time which was later commissioned by the PAF.

According to reports, the overhaul of the Chinese fighter jet&nbsp;began in November 2017 after a contract was signed between the two countries in 2016. The overhaul of the jet included feature repairs, maintenance and replacement of old components.

However, the JF-17 fighter mostly relies on Russian engine supplies even then Pakistan hopes it will give its Air Force an edge over the Indian Air Force(IAF)&nbsp;which recently acquired Rafale fighter jets from France.

India is set to buy 36 Rafale jets by 2022 with 8 currently stationed at Ambala&nbsp;Air Force base near the Pakistan border.

JF-17 fighters have reportedly become the mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US imposed restrictions on the sale of F-16s in the 1990s under the Pressler amendments.

Pakistan Air Force(PAF) is all set to induct China's JF-17 fighter aircraft manufactured by Pakistan's aeronautical company. According to reports, Pakistan's Aeronautical Complex(PAC) headquartered in Kamra, Punjab has delivered 14 JF-17 jets to the PAF.

Pakistan Air Force(PAF) is all set to induct China's JF-17 fighter aircraft manufactured by Pakistan's aeronautical company. According to reports, Pakistan's Aeronautical Complex(PAC) headquartered in Kamra, Punjab has delivered 14 JF-17 jets to the PAF. Watch: The dual-seat fighter jet is set to be inducted into the Pakistan Air Force fleet in a ceremony on Wednesday. The fighter is jointly produced by China and Pakistan technicians. In May last year, China had delivered the first JF-17 fighter jet to Islamabad after overhauling it. PAF had test-fired an indigenously developed extended range "smart weapon" from the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet which included night capability to engage a variety of targets with pinpoint accuracy. The exact details of the "indigenous capability" wasn't shared by PAF. In 2007, China had delivered the jets for the first time which was later commissioned by the PAF. According to reports, the overhaul of the Chinese fighter jet began in November 2017 after a contract was signed between the two countries in 2016. The overhaul of the jet included feature repairs, maintenance and replacement of old components. However, the JF-17 fighter mostly relies on Russian engine supplies even then Pakistan hopes it will give its Air Force an edge over the Indian Air Force(IAF) which recently acquired Rafale fighter jets from France. India is set to buy 36 Rafale jets by 2022 with 8 currently stationed at Ambala Air Force base near the Pakistan border. JF-17 fighters have reportedly become the mainstay of the Pakistan Air Force after the US imposed restrictions on the sale of F-16s in the 1990s under the Pressler amendments.

Pakistan Air Force to induct indigenously built China's JF-17 fighter jet: Report

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