RAWALPINDI – Pakistan Air Force organised Induction and Operationalization Ceremony at its operational base on Tuesday which was attended by Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir.
COAS attended the distinguished ceremony as the Chief Guest. Upon his arrival at the base, the Chief of Army Staff was received by Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force.
Chief of Army Staff commended 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.
Stressing the importance of indigenization and human resource development, Army Chief Gen Asim wholeheartedly endorsed Air Force dedication to technological advancements and operational excellence, reassuring that the Armed Forces of Pakistan are fully prepared to thwart any aggression.
An Induction and Operationalization Ceremony was held at an operational base of Pakistan Air Force, today.
General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M) Chief of Army Staff, attended the distinguished ceremony as the Chief Guest.
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Gen Asim also appreciated PAF’s efforts for transportation of Relief Goods for the victims of Gaza conflict.
At the ceremony, Pakistan Air Force showcased newly inducted weapon systems and defence assets of PAF. A smartly turned-out contingent of Pakistan Air Force presented Guard of Honour to the commander.
During his speech, Chief of Air Staff praised latest inductions in PAF’s arsenal comprising of J-10C fighter jets, air mobility platforms, modren Radars, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Loitering munition capabilities and Long Range Vectors which have significantly bolstered the aerial defence capabilities of the country.
Air Chief Marshal Sidhu said Center of Excellence for Air Mobility & Aviation Safety, College of Air Defence and reinvigoration of Air Power Centre of Excellence alongside operationalization of National Aerospace Science and Technology Park has provided PAF the capability to stay abreast with the evolving challenges.
He emphasized upon the progress achieved by PAF in the emerging domains of Cyber and Space technologies to ensure an impregnable defence of the country.
At the end of ceremony, a stunning airshow was held, in which Air Force fighter jets, training aircraft and UAVs displayed showcasing diverse fleet.
