The Pakistan Army's induction of the Z-10ME attack helicopter 🚁 marks the end of an era. This isn't just a replacement for the aging Cobra; it's a catalyst for a full-scale doctrinal revolution. In this episode, the Defence Uncut team explores how the Z-10ME, a sophisticated standoff weapons platform, is forcing Pakistan's Army Aviation to evolve from direct-fire "tank busting" to a networked "system of systems" approach 🌐 fit for the modern battlefield. We analyze the lessons from Ukraine that have made this shift necessary and discuss the inevitable need for deeper integration with the Pakistan Air Force to control the contested low-altitude domain.

Also in this episode 🎙️, we cover major geopolitical developments, including the nuances of a potential thaw in US-Pakistan defense ties 🤝 and what Indonesia's deal for the Turkish KAAN 5th-gen fighter means for Pakistan's own future fighter plans.

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