China is capable of exporting modern fighter aircraft to developing countries while at the same time upgrading the technical standards of its own domestic aircraft manufacturing industry.
The FC-1 Xiaolong fighter, also known as JF-17 Thunder, is suitable for use by developing countries that cannot afford fifth-generation fighters. The Xiaolong is a more affordable solution for these countries, as they are less likely to be attacked by stealth aircraft and have no need to carry out long-range strikes.
The Xiaolong is made of composite materials, which makes it lighter and improves its stealth capability. Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) may even replace the fighter's Russian RD-93 engine with an indigenous turbofan engine if there proves to be sufficient demand. China is also considering whether it should allow countries which cannot afford to buy the aircraft outright to rent fighters.
Argentina has expressed its interest in importing Chinese fighters, as they are compatible with anti-ship missiles, including the C-802 sub-sonic missile and the SM-400AKG super-sonic missile. China and Argentina have already entered into preliminary negotiations over the deal. Other potential buyers include Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Malaysia, Nigeria and Sudan. Many countries have also expressed a wish to own a two-seater trainer and AVIC believes that this version of the aircraft will come on to the market in three to four years.
The FC-1 Xiaolong fighter, also known as JF-17 Thunder, is suitable for use by developing countries that cannot afford fifth-generation fighters. The Xiaolong is a more affordable solution for these countries, as they are less likely to be attacked by stealth aircraft and have no need to carry out long-range strikes.
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Argentina has expressed its interest in importing Chinese fighters, as they are compatible with anti-ship missiles, including the C-802 sub-sonic missile and the SM-400AKG super-sonic missile. China and Argentina have already entered into preliminary negotiations over the deal. Other potential buyers include Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Malaysia, Nigeria and Sudan. Many countries have also expressed a wish to own a two-seater trainer and AVIC believes that this version of the aircraft will come on to the market in three to four years.
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