The $686 million defence package offered by the Trump administration will modernize Pakistan’s ageing F-16 fleet, extending its operational life through 2040. Defence experts say it will ensure the jets remain fully networked, interoperable, and capable of operating alongside contemporary air forces. The upgrade includes secure communications, real-time tactical data sharing, advanced avionics, and enhanced […]
F-16 Upgrade
F-16 Upgrade
Washington’s approval of a $686 million upgrade for Pakistan’s F-16 fleet has been greeted in Islamabad as a welcome development. Officials in Pakistan note that the modernisation will help sustain the service life of these aircraft into the 2040s and address critical operational safety concerns. The US Defence Security Cooperation Agency has described the package […]
Pakistan Secures US Approval for Major F-16 Upgrade
Pakistan has welcomed the United States’ approval of a $686 million upgrade package for its F-16 fighter jets. The package will extend the aircraft’s operational life until 2040 and enhance their combat performance. The approval was confirmed in a letter sent by the US Defense Security Cooperation Agency to Congress on December 8, 2025. The […]