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[Arun_S]

Thanks Austin,

I was planning to use this image for extensive dissection to show the meaning of various features. IMHO this is amongst the most useful image in analyzing PAKFA. If readers pay attention there is a treasure trove of analytical intelligence here .





In particular the very large body space around the engine and extending out from engine, before the thinner wing emanates from it.



The large body space is where the weapons will be stowed, and also one that plays significant a role in body lift. the leading edge wing roots is boxy thick, just like Su-30MKI that gives it fuel storage space for long endurance and also preserves cross sectional shape necessary to minimize supersonic compression drag.





IMHO data link will be using AESA on its fuselage below cockpit or tail fin. Most likely it will be fused into the side looking AESA radar itself (as many suspect JSF has in its side looking AESA).



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Edited to add additional observations.