The first buyer of the Chinese fifth-generation fighter has become known – UNIAN
It was previously reported that the Shenyang J-35 is being considered as a carrier-based aircraft for China's new aircraft carriers.
Pakistan will become the first foreign operator of the Chinese fifth-generation fighter Shenyang J-35. The Army Recognition portal writes about this with reference to local Pakistani media.
Islamabad has reportedly already approved the purchase of Chinese-made stealth fighters, with the aircraft expected to be delivered within the next 24 months. Pakistan Air Force pilots are allegedly already undergoing training in China to fly the fighter jet.
This is not official data yet. In addition, the price and number of aircraft purchased remain unknown. Some media say that approximately 40 fighters could be ordered.
The decision to acquire the J-35 marks a key milestone in Pakistan's…