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Indian Military Officer confesses Pakistan Air Force shot down several Jets during the war

June 30, 2025 by Sana Fatima

In a surprising admission, Indian Defense Attaché Captain Shiv Kumar confirmed that the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) shot down several Indian fighter jets during May. This marks the first time an Indian official has publicly acknowledged the damage, which India had kept secret for a long time. Speaking at a seminar, Captain Kumar said, “Yes, … Read more

DG ISPR accuses India for sponsoring terrorism activities in Pakistan and Abroad

May 10, 2025May 9, 2025 by Sana Fatima

Lieutenant General Ahmad Sharif Chaudhry, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR), accused India of sponsoring terrorism in both Pakistan and Canada, exposing a widespread network of state-backed terror operations. During a major press conference with senior officials from the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and Pakistan Navy (PN), the DG ISPR highlighted India’s … Read more

Pakistan Air Force secures 7th position among world’s most powerful air forces

January 29, 2025January 29, 2025 by Areej Afzal

According to a report by Global Firepower, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) continues to soar towards excellence, carrying forward a remarkable legacy of bravery and sacrifice. On April 13, 1948, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah emphasized the importance of air power, stating: “A country without a strong air force is at the mercy of any aggressor. … Read more

Bangladeshi defence delegation meets Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Sidhu

January 16, 2025 by Rao Abdullah

ISLAMABAD: A high-level Bangladeshi defence delegation, led by Lieutenant General S M Kamrul Hassan, Principal Staff Officer of the Armed Forces Division, called on Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force, at Air Headquarters on Wednesday. During the meeting, the Air Chief reiterated his commitment … Read more

PAF contingent takes charge of guard duties at Mazar e Iqbal

March 23, 2023 by Abid Khan

Pakistan Day celebrated at all PAF bases and installations.
Wreath laying ceremony held at the mausoleum of Allama Iqbal.
Air Vice Marshal laid a floral wreath and offered Fateha.

LAHORE: Pakistan Day was celebrated at all Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Bases and installations with traditional zeal and fervor.

The day-long celebrations started with special prayers after Fajar for the solidarity, progress and prosperity of Pakistan and the Muslim World.

To commemorate this auspicious day in a befitting manner a guard mounting and wreath laying ceremony was held at the mausoleum of great poet and philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal.

A smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Air Force took over guard duties from Satluj Rangers.

The Chief Guest, Air Vice Marshal Syed Imran Majid Ali, Air Officer Commanding, PAF Airmen Academy, Korangi Creek laid a floral wreath and offered Fateha at the grave of Allama Iqbal on behalf of Chief of the Air Staff, Airmen and Civilians of Pakistan Air Force.

Air Commodore Tanveer Ahmed, Base Commander PAF Base, Lahore was also present at the occasion.

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PAF contingent landed back after participation in Exercise Spears

February 21, 2023 by Abid Khan

The adroit PAF Pilots upheld their mastery.
PAF’s fighter jet proved its combat potential and agility.
PAF utilized Airbus to economize transportation efforts.

KARACHI: The contingent of Pakistan Air Force landed back at an operational air base of PAF after successful participation in Exercise Spears of Victory, 2023 held at Air War Centre Dhahran (King Abdulaziz Air Base), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The adroit PAF Pilots upheld their mastery and legacy of professionalism amongst the aircrew of the eight participating air forces. During the exercise JF-17 fighter of Pakistan Air Force was pitched against multiple state of the art fighters of the world, where the PAF’s fighter jet proved its combat potential and agility.

Pakistan Air Force fighters also practiced multiple tankings in one go from Dhahran to Peshawar through PAF’s own tanker IL-78 aircraft after the culmination of the exercise. The non-stop flight of jets through inflight refuellings is yet another milestone marking a momentous stride towards unconquerable aerial defence of motherland. The indigenous and imperative achievement reflects the sound foothold of operational training of PAF personnel in line with the latest developments in aerial warfare.

This pivotal moment of mid-air refuelling over international waters has proved the capability, capacity and lethality of PAF’s fighter fleet in addition to augmenting the overall combat efficacy of Pakistan Air Force. Smart inductions of PAF are giving providence by enhancing combat effectiveness and potential of Pakistan Air Force.

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Exercise Spears of Victory concludes at Saudi Arabia

February 17, 2023 by Abid Khan

PAF contingent consisted of JF-17 Thunder and F-16.
The exercise also witnessed participation of modern fighter jet.
Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan witnessed the closing ceremony.

ISLAMABAD: A contingent of Pakistan Air Force participated in Exercise Spears of Victory, 2023 which has concluded at Air War Centre Dhahran (King Abdulaziz Air Base), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The PAF contingent consisted of pride of Pakistan, JF-17 Thunder and F-16 aircraft which roared in the aerial boundaries of our Muslim brethren country while participating in the exercise.

The exercise also witnessed participation of modern fighter jets and support elements from PAF and friendly countries.

Air Marshal Abdul Moeed Khan, Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (Air Defence) witnessed the closing ceremony of the exercise and appreciated the efforts of PAF contingent for making the exercise a great success. While interacting with the air and ground crew he said, “The existing global security scenario coupled with the evolving dynamics of air warfare calls for an enhanced partnership between Pakistan and friendly countries. International and regional strategic situation is undergoing profound changes with growing complexity in security environment and such exercises provide an opportunity to enhance interoperability in the face of shared challenges”.

The third version of the exercise started in the Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia during the first week of February. Besides, the host country, Saudi Arabia, Air Forces from Bahrain, Greece, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, UK and USA took part in the event.

The exercise aimed at providing an opportunity to enhance interoperability with participating countries. In addition to fostering military relations, the exercise also provided a platform to practice integrated employment of combat & combat support assets along with formulation / validation of tactics against contemporary threats.

The scenario contained a high number of offensive and defensive complex training missions with presence of electronic warfare and air defence systems supplemented with the presence of aggressive fighter aircraft to simulate enemy capabilities.

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PAF’s IL-78 aircraft carrying relief goods arrives in Turkiye

February 11, 2023 by Abid Khan

Aircraft is carrying 16.5 tons of relief goods.
PAF is also making efforts to repatriate stranded Pakistanis.
Eight Pakistani passengers will be evacuated through aircraft.

KARACHI: IL-78 aircraft of Pakistan Air Force(PAF) carrying tents and relief goods from PAF Base, Lahore has reached Adana, Turkiye.

The ilyushin-78 aircraft is carrying 16.5 tons of humanitarian assistance relief goods from people of Pakistan for the earthquake affected brethren of Turkiye.

Pakistan Air Force is also making all out efforts to repatriate stranded Pakistanis in coordination with Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Pakistan Embassy in Turkiye.

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PAF C-130 carrying rescue teams lands in Turkiye

February 7, 2023February 7, 2023 by Abid Khan

C-130 Hercules aircraft has landed in Turkiye.
PAF aircraft is carrying relief goods from people of Pakistan.
PAF always been at the forefront to respond to natural disasters.

TURKIYE: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) C-130 Hercules aircraft carrying members of Search & Rescue team and blankets from PAF Base, Nur Khan has landed in Turkiye.

The PAF aircraft is carrying relief goods from people of Pakistan for the earthquake affected brethren of Turkiye.

The transport fleet of Pakistan Air Force has always been at the forefront to respond to natural disasters and calamities both inland and abroad.

Earlier, All-Parties Conference (APC) called to combat soaring terrorism in the country has been postponed due to Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to earthquake-hit Turkiye.

Federal Information Minister Maryam Aurangzeb in her statement on Twitter said that the APC was postponed due to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Turkey. “The Prime Minister will leave for Ankara tomorrow morning.”

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PAF releases national song to pay homage founder of nation

December 25, 2022 by Abid Khan

The song highlights the fact that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
Tireless efforts of Quaid-e-Azam that we are breathing in a free country.
In the song, PAF renewed pledge to protect the motherland

KARACHI: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has released a national song to pay homage to the founder of Pakistan, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.

Spokesperson PAF said, the song highlights the fact that Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah shone a ray of hope among the oppressed Muslims of the subcontinent and united them in the form of a nation and got a separate and independent homeland for them.

It is the result of the tireless efforts of Quaid-e-Azam that we are breathing in a free country today. In the song, the pledge is renewed that every Shaheen of Pakistan Air Force is always ready to protect the motherland and will not avoid any sacrifice if required.

On the other hand, 146th birth anniversary of the father of the nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is being celebrated with renewed pledge to uphold his guiding principles of unity, faith, and discipline.

The day dawned with special prayers for the security, progress and prosperity of the country

The change of guard ceremony was held at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi, during which a smartly turned out contingent of Pakistan Military Academy Kakul assumed the ceremonial guard duty from Pakistan Air Force cadet guards. Major General Umar Naseem was the chief guest on the occasion.

The national flag will be hoisted on major government buildings throughout the country on the birth anniversary of the Quaid-e-Azam.

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Nation celebrates 146th birth anniversary of Quaid e Azam

December 25, 2022December 25, 2022 by Abid Khan

Day dawned with special prayers for the security and progress of the country.
The change of guard ceremony was held at Mazar-e-Quaid in Karachi.
President and PM urged the nation to follow the guiding principles of Quaid.

KARACHI: The 146th birth anniversary of the father of the nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah is being celebrated with renewed pledge to uphold his guiding principles of unity, faith, and discipline.

The day dawned with special prayers for the security, progress and prosperity of the country

The national flag will be hoisted on major government buildings throughout the country on the birth anniversary of the Quaid-e-Azam.

Public and private departments are holding a variety of events including seminars, conferences, competitions and discussion programs to highlight the messages and vision of Quaid-e-Azam.

President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in their separate messages in connection with birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam have urged the nation to follow the guiding principles of the father of the nation to ensure progress and prosperity of the country.

They expressed gratitude to Quaid-e-Azam for carving out a separate homeland for Muslims of the sub-continent where they are free to realize their dreams.

Arif Alvi in his message said “We celebrate the 146th birth anniversary of Founding Father, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, with great affection, enthusiasm and reverence. On this day, we express our gratitude for carving out a separate homeland for the Muslims of the sub-continent where we are free to realize our dreams as envisioned by the Quaid.”

He renewed Pakistan’s pledge to continue its moral, diplomatic and political support to Kashmiris of Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir in realizing their dream of self-determination in line with the UN Security Council resolutions.

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PAF pays tribute to Rashid Minhas on 51st martyrdom anniversary

August 20, 2022August 20, 2022 by Kumail Soomro

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force has paid tribute to Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas on his 51st martyrdom anniversary. PAF Public Relations Department has released a short to pay homage to the country’s valiant son and the youngest recipient of Nishan-e-Haider. A PAF spokesman said Rashid Minhas sacrifice on 20th August 1971 is unforgettable and always be … Read more

Pakistan Air Force releases new song on 75th Independence Day

August 13, 2022 by Kumail Soomro

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has released a new patriotic song on the occasion of 75th Independence Day. According to PAF spokesperson, the song pays tribute to the brave soldiers of Pakistan Air Force who are always alert and ready to defend the country. The song also highlights that Pakistan Air Force is moving towards … Read more

PAF conducts National Air Defence Exercise

February 4, 2022 by Muhammad Zahid

Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Thursday conducted the National Air Defence exercise focusing on the integrated and synergistic employment of offensive and defensive forces. The aim of this exercise was to enhance operational preparedness and combat readiness of Pakistan Air Defence in near-realistic threat environment, said a PAF media release. Read more: ‘Perpetrators, masterminds behind terrorist … Read more

PM Imran, Air Chief discuss professional matters of air defence

January 12, 2022 by Aizbah Khan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday hailed the efforts of the Pakistan Air Force in maintaining peace in the country. The premier held a meeting with Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar in Islamabad, the Prime Minister office (PMO) said in a statement. The statement added that both the dignitaries … Read more

From Italy with love

January 15, 2022January 9, 2022 by Sarfaraz Rizvi

Karachi – Italy has been playing a pivotal role in Pakistan’s socio-economic development. Both the countries established diplomatic relations in 1948 and since then there have been frequent cordial bilateral contacts between Pakistan and Italy at the governmental and non-governmental levels. The economic ties between both countries reached at their peak in 2021. “Economic, trade … Read more

The Supreme Sacrifice

January 2, 2022 by Shaista Zafar

Karachi: Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas was a member of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) during the 1971 Pakistan-India War. Minhas is the only officer of the PAF to receive a Nishan-e-Haider and is also the youngest person and the shortest-serving officer to do so in the country’s history. Rashid Minhas laid his life for his … Read more

WATCH: Pakistan Air Force pays tribute to martyrs of 1971 war

December 15, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

PAF pays tribute to 1971 War martyrs, Tamgha-i-Jurrat recipients

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF), on Wednesday, paid tribute to the martyrs of the 1971 war for their unprecedented courage, sacrifice and their war heroics. Read more: PAF pays tribute to special persons in new song The PAF’s Directorate General Public Relations released a short video based on 1971 Pak-India war heroes Flight Lieutenant Ghulam Murtaza … Read more

PAF – Pakistan Air Force Aircraft crashes in KPK, officials

September 23, 2021 by Roman Ahmed

A Pakistan Air Force – PAF trainer aircraft has crashed in the country’s northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Whereas, there was no transparency on any casualty status, according to an official statement. The aircraft collided in the Mardan area of the province during a monotonous training mission, the PAF said in a statement. A high-level … Read more

Pakistan Air Force wins Inter-Services Golf Championship-2021

September 20, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

Inter-Services Golf Championship-2021 was held at Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Skyview Golf & Country Club. According to the DGPR Airforce, Air Vice-Marshal Zaffar Aslam, Air Officer Commanding, Central Air Command, PAF was the Chief Guest at the prize distribution ceremony. PAKISTAN AIR FORCE WINS INTER SERVICES GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP-2021 LAHORE 19 Sep, 2021:- Inter Services Golf … Read more

PAF fully prepared to defend country’s sovereignty, integrity: Air Chief

September 11, 2021September 7, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu on Tuesday while paying tribute to the valiant martyrs of the nation said PAF was alive to the evolving situation in the region and remains fully prepared to defend sovereignty and territorial integrity of Pakistan. The PAF observed September … Read more

PAF celebrates Independence Day with fervor

August 14, 2021 by Web Desk

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) on Saturday joined the nation to celebrate the Independence Day with fervour and dignity. The day commenced with the offering of special prayers for the integrity, progress and prosperity of the country in mosques of Pakistan Air Force bases and Air Headquarters (AHQs), a PAF statement said. To mark this … Read more

Govt Of Pakistan Promotes 2 PAF Officers To The Rank Of Air Marshal

July 30, 2021July 30, 2021 by Aizbah Khan

Govt Of Pakistan Promotes 2 PAF Officers To Rank Of Air Marshal

The Government of Pakistan has promoted 02 PAF officers to the rank of Air Marshal. The promoted Air Officers include Air Marshal Zulfiquar Ahmad Qureshi and Air Marshal Muhammad Mughees Afzal. According to the DGPR Air Force, Air Marshal Zulfiquar Ahmad Qureshi was commissioned in the GD (P) Branch of Pakistan Air Force in June … Read more

“PAF capable to respond to any misadventure by enemy”: Air Chief

June 24, 2021 by Arhama Altaf

Air Chief visits National Defence University

Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar Sidhu has on Thursday paid a visit to the National Defense University.

According to Pakistan Air Force (PAF) spokesperson, the Air Chief addressed the participants of the course in which he expressed confidence in the combat capabilities of the Pakistan Armed Forces.

While lauding the quality of education and training provided at the National Defense University, he said that our Armed Forces were always ready to defend regional integrity and national sovereignty, spokesperson said.

The Chief of Air Staff, on this occasion, said that Pakistan Air Force has full capability to respond in time to any aggression and malicious intent against the country.

“PAF is fully cognizant of the security challenges and is actively pursuing its operational development plans,” he said.

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CAS Zaheer Ahmed Sidhu further added that PAF attaches utmost importance to operational preparedness and remains ready to respond to any challenge to the national security of Pakistan.

Later, CAS Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Babar Sidhu also interacted with the course participants.

Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan had appointed Air Marshal Zaheer Ahmad Baber Sidhu as the new Chief of Air Staff (CAS).

Zaheer Ahmed Babar had been appointed as CAS in place of Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Khan.

He was commissioned in April 1986 in the GDP branch of the Pakistan Air Force.

During his career, he commanded the Fighter Squadron, Operational Air Base and Regional Air Command. He served at the Air Headquarters as Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Operations Research and Development), Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Training Officers) and Director General of Projects.

Air Vice Marshal Irfan Ahmed promoted to the rank of Air Marshal

May 28, 2021 by Muhammad Usman

Air Vice Marshal Irfan Ahmed has been promoted to the rank of Air Marshal. According to Pakistan Air Force spokesman, Air Vice Marshal Irfan Ahmed has been promoted to the rank of Air Marshal. Air Marshal Irfan Ahmed was commissioned in June 1988 in the GDP branch of the Pakistan Air Force. During his illustrious … Read more

Chief of Air Staff expresses grief over death of Nigeria’s army chief

May 22, 2021 by Muhammad Usman

Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force on Saturday has expressed his heartfelt sorrow and grief over the sad demise of Nigeria’s army chief, Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, who died in a plane crash on Friday. The Air Chief prayed for the eternal bliss of the departed … Read more

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