Day-by-Day Timeline (6 – 10 May 2025)
- 6 May: Opening skirmishes over the Line of Control.
- 7 May: PAF J-10C pair downs first Rafale with PL-15 BVR missile Reuters.
- 8 May: Two Mirage 2000 lost in separate engagements.
- 9 May: Radar-guided dogfight ends with a second Rafale kill—the score hits 5-0.
- 10 May: Final Indian Su-30MKI brought down; cease-fire negotiated.
J-10C vs Rafale – Key Technical Factors
- Missiles: PL-15 (200+ km) outranged Meteor (150 km) in the high-altitude fights.
- Radar: KLJ-7A AESA offered longer tracking on head-on targets.
- ECM: Rafale’s Spectra suite proved less effective against PAF jamming network Jane’s Defence.
Pilot & Squadron Tributes
- No. 15 ‘Cobras’ Squadron: Credited with three confirmed kills.
- No. 11 ‘Arrows’ Squadron: Provided electronic-warfare cover, ensuring seamless radar coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Indian jets were shot down?
Six Indian Air Force aircraft were confirmed lost, hence the “six-nil” label Arab News.
Which Pakistani aircraft took part?
The Chengdu J-10C served as the primary fighter platform.
When did the battle occur?
Between 6 and 10 May 2025.
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