Shares of Chinese defense companies jumped on Monday following reports of Pakistan’s plans to buy advanced J-35 Stealth fighter jets from China, according to a Bloomberg report.
Avic Shenyang Aircraft Co., J-35’s manufacturer, hit its 10% daily border in Shanghai-trade and expanded winnings for a third straight session. Aerospace Nanhu Electronic Information Technology Co. So also a wave and rise up to 15%.
The rally followed a formal statement on social media from Pakistan that confirmed that it was the intention of acquiring Jets, after weeks of unofficial reports.
Pakistani officials had previously stated that pilots were already in China who underwent training before expected deliveries.
J-35 fighter jets offering stealth, long-range and deep-streaming capabilities
China’s J-35A fifth generation of fighter jets, which will soon be delivered to Pakistan, contain stealth technology, advanced sensors and deep-bending capabilities that could significantly increase Pakistan’s air power, according to defense analyst Brandon J. Weichert.
J-35A is developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation and is China’s second fifth gene aircraft after Chengdu J-20. It is equipped with an active electronic scanned array (AESA) radar, electrooptic targeting systems and advanced Avionik to increase the situation’s awareness and targeting of precision.
Designed to avoid detection, the aircraft’s stealth profile reduces its radar cross-section. It is compatible with long-range PL-15 and PL-17 air-to-air missiles, which offers a great advantage in strife-row match.
Powered by Russian RD-93 or Chinese WS-19 Turbofan engines, J-35A can reach speeds of up to 1,367 mph. Delivery to Pakistan could begin in August, when pilots were already undergoing training in China.
Jet is expected to replace Pakistan’s aging fleet of F-16S and Mirages. Weichert notes that J-35a’s capabilities will enable Pakistan to better counter Indian air defense better and perform deep radiant missions and potentially move the regional air balance.
