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The Pakistan Air Force held the Indus Shield multinational air force joint exercise in 2023, attracting the participation of 14 countries, including China, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. The exercise attracted attention because Saudi Arabia and Turkey sent F-15SA and F-16C/D fighters respectively, demonstrating the high specifications of the exercise.
However, the most interesting thing was the demonstration of the Pakistan Air Force during the exercise, especially the demonstration of using J-10CE fighters and DA-20 electric fighters to provide cover for the Thunder Dragon fighters, launching CM-400AKG missiles to attack enemy long-range air defense systems. This action means that India's S-400 air defense system on the India-Pakistan border may not be able to completely restrict the activities of the Pakistan Air Force.
Although India's S-400 radar has a detection range of 400 kilometers, radar alone cannot fully intercept the attacking fighters. Coupled with the fact that the S-400 system purchased by India is not equipped with missiles with a range of more than 400 kilometers, this undoubtedly gives the Pakistan Air Force more room to maneuver. In particular, the CM-400AKG missile, whose range is proportional to its launch altitude, creates a strategic advantage for the Pakistani Air Force.
In fact, the S-400 system that the Indian army relies on also shows obvious shortcomings in the face of the PLA's advanced missile technology. For example, China has demonstrated its air-launched YJ-21 ballistic missile and other hypersonic missiles, which undoubtedly puts the Indian S-400 under great pressure. At the same time, the PLA has a more advanced and complete air force system, such as the J-16D electronic warfare aircraft, which can effectively suppress the opponent's facilities.
Therefore, the Indian Air Force may struggle to gain a clear advantage with its S-400 system in a potential conflict with Pakistan or the PLA. The outcome of a potential Sino-Indian conflict seems to be easy to predict.
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