Oman examines JF-17 fighter jet purchase with Pakistan and China while operating F-16s and Eurofighters

Oman is reportedly discussing a possible purchase of JF-17 Thunder multirole fighters with Pakistan and China, adding a potential new export customer for the jointly produced aircraft. The Royal Air Force of Oman currently operates approximately 17 F-16C/D fighters, 12 Eurofighter Typhoons and 10 Hawk 200 light-attack jets, so a JF-17 acquisition could supplement existing units or support eventual replacement of older aircraft. The design is a lightweight, single-engine combat aircraft developed by Pakistan's PAC and China's Chengdu Aircraft Corporation. No signed procurement contract, aircraft quantity, price, configuration or delivery timetable has been announced.