Air Force Day being observed with national zest and fervour
Pakistan
In 1965, Pakistani pilots repelled Indian air attacks and handed over India a resounding defeat
ISLAMABAD (Web Desk) - The Air Force Day is being observed today (Thursday) with national pride to commemorate the valour of the defenders of air space of the country against Indian aggression in September 1965 war.
In the 1965 war, the valiant Pakistani pilots despite limited resources not only repelled Indian air attacks but also handed India a resounding defeat, displaying unparalleled expertise in aerial combat and unwavering courage.
The PAF ace fighter Muhammad Mahmood Alam, commonly known as M.M. Alam, had shot down five Indian Air Force Hawker Hunter Mk. 56 fighters in less than a minute.
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Meanwhile, the Sino-Pak joint annual air exercise Shaheen-X commenced the other day in the Jiuquan and Yinchuan cities of Northwest China. The Pakistan Air Force's (PAF) lead fighter aircraft J-10 C and JF-17 are participating in the exercise along with air and ground crew.
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force and Pakistan Air Force have been conducting Shaheen joint exercises since 2011 which are being hosted by both countries on an alternate basis, a PAF news release said.
The Shaheen exercise aims to enhance the aerial combat practices, operational readiness, promoting interoperability and creating synergy amongst the participating strategic and time-tested allies in the region.
Moreover, incorporation of features like hybrid warfare, cyberspace and computing in this air exercise would augment Pakistan Air Force’s effectiveness in the dynamic and evolving landscape of modern warfare.
The exercise would leverage the iron-brother countries to develop a comprehensive defence strategy to further consolidate their capacity of safeguarding their aerial boundaries in the face of shared challenges.
The tenth joint aerial exercise between the venerable Peoples Liberation Army Air Force and Pakistan Air Force heralds a remarkable endeavour to strengthen the bonds of camaraderie and unity between the Air Forces of both the countries.
The exercise is all set to elevate the caliber of practical combat training for participating adroit pilots and valiant personnel. Through such joint ventures, PAF reaffirms its unwavering commitment to foster regional harmony, international security and perpetual advancement in its own prowess.
