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On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in the Baisaran Valley near Pahalgam in Indian-administered Kashmir marked a sharp escalation in Indo-Pakistani tensions.

This video looks at the air power capabilities of India and Pakistan as they stood during the height of tensions. With both nations fielding modernized and regionally dominant air forces, the strategic balance in South Asia remains one of the most closely watched in the world.

This in-depth analysis explores the composition, modernization paths, and doctrinal approaches of both the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Pakistan Air Force (PAF). From India’s twin pillars of air dominance—the Su-30MKI and Rafale—to Pakistan’s agile triad of JF-17, F-16, and J-10C fighters, the video breaks down key performance metrics, force structure, and technological strengths.

We examine comparative advantages across multiple domains:

• BVR Combat: Meteor-equipped Rafales vs PL-15-armed J-10Cs
• WVR Agility: Su-30MKI’s thrust-vectoring vs the nimble JF-17 and J-10
• Strike Capability: India’s BrahMos and SCALP missiles vs Pakistan’s Ra’ad ALCM
• Force Sustainment: Industrial self-reliance vs reliance on foreign supply chains
• Airborne Surveillance and Refuelling: AWACS and tanker fleets shaping strategic reach

The video also considers emerging technologies such as indigenous radar systems, advanced datalink networks, and UCAV development, highlighting how each air force is positioning itself for future conflict scenarios.

While the immediate crisis have de-escalated, the broader military balance between India and Pakistan continues to evolve. This analysis offers a snapshot of capabilities as they were when both nations stood on the brink—and what lessons might be drawn for the future of air combat in the region.

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CONTENTS
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Indian Air Force
06:19 Pakistan Air Force
11:34 Close

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