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PAKISTAN AIR FORCE Induction and Operationalization Ceremony Held At An Operational Airbase Of PAKISTAN AIR FORCE:
PAKISTAN AIR FORCE induction and Operationalization ceremony held at an Operational Airbase of PAKISTAN AIR FORCE on Tuesday, Jan 2 2023, PAKISTAN AIR FORCE Media Wing Head DGPR AIR FORCE said in an Official Statement.
According to the details, PAK ARMY CHIEF (COAS) General Asim Munir graced the Induction and Operationalization Ceremony as the Chief Guest. Upon arrival, the PAK ARMY CHIEF (COAS) General Asim Munir was Warmly, Greeted and Welcomed by the PAK AIR FORCE CHIEF (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar. A smartly turned out contingent presented Guard of Honor to Chief Guest.
During his speech, PAK AIR FORCE CHIEF (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar provided an overview of the latest inductions in the PAF’s arsenal comprising of J-10C fighter jets, air mobility platforms of C-130 H, Airbus-319, Boeing 737, Piper M-600 and BKA-350i aircraft.
The CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar also highlighted the dynamic initiatives of PAF leadership aimed at cultivating cutting-edge human resource, revamping of training and fostering of indigenous capabilities in order to address the contemporary warfare challenges.
Providing an insight into the newly established state-of-the-art infrastructure, PAK AIR FORCE CHIEF said that Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aerial Systems, Center of Excellence for Air Mobility & Aviation Safety, College of Air Defense and reinvigoration of Air Power Centre of Excellence has been achieved in order to stay abreast with the evolving challenges.
PAK AIR FORCE CHIEF (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar also discussed the salient features of National Aerospace Science and Technology Park, a project of paramount strategic importance operating under the umbrella of SIFC, and termed it a game changer in the technological and economic growth of Sacred Country PAKISTAN.
PAK AIR FORCE CHIEF (CAS) Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar further disclosed that the foundation for acquiring the J-31 Long Range Heavyweight 5th Generation Stealth Fighter aircraft has already been laid which is all set to become part of the PAF’s fleet in the near future.
Emphasizing the PAF’s commitment to incorporating niche technologies through fast paced strategic inductions from friendly countries and various indigenous initiatives, the CAS Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Babar highlighted the organization’s vision to evolve into a potent Next Generation AIR FORCE of the World.
General Syed Asim Munir in his speech commended the dynamic leadership of Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu and lauded the operational preparedness of PAKISTAN AIR FORCE in incorporating state-of-the-art weapon systems, substantially contributing in ensuring the balance of power in the region.
INDUCTION AND OPERATIONALIZATION CEREMONY HELD AT AN OPERATIONAL AIR BASE OF PAKISTAN AIR FORCE pic.twitter.com/CnSV1MbFMt
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Following the ceremony, a spectacular airshow featuring various PAF fighter jets, training aircraft and UAVs captivated the audience. The Chief Guest and the attendees later witnessed a static display showcasing the diverse PAF fighter, air mobility and UAV fleet.