Myanmar Air Force Loses Chinese Origin Fighter Due To Tech Failure

On June 10, 2025, the Myanmar Air Force (MAF) suffered another setback when a Chinese-origin F-7 fighter jet crashed in Pale Township, Sagaing Region, resulting in the death of one pilot.The F-7, a predecessor to the JF-17, has been a mainstay in the MAF but is now emblematic of growing concerns over the reliability and quality of Chinese defence equipment supplied to developing countries.The
On June 10, 2025, the Myanmar Air Force (MAF) suffered another setback when a Chinese-origin F-7 fighter jet crashed in Pale Township, Sagaing Region, resulting in the death of one pilot.The F-7, a predecessor to the JF-17, has been a mainstay in the MAF but is now emblematic of growing concerns over the reliability and quality of Chinese defence equipment supplied to developing countries.The
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