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Examining Egypt’s current Air Force capabilities sheds light on the absurdity of the J10C acquisition narrative. The country operates a fleet of 218 F-16s, a mix of Rafales, Mirage 2000s, and Mig 29s from various international suppliers, resulting in one of the most eclectic air forces in the Middle East. Their inventory necessitates a complex logistics framework, and integrating J10C jets would create substantial challenges, even if financial resources were available.