COAS praises operational preparedness of PAF

Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir attended the induction and operationalization ceremony at an operational base of Pakistan Air Force (PAF), ISPR said on Tuesday.

Upon his arrival at the base, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force, received the COAS, the military media wing said.

It added that the ceremony showcased the newly-inducted weapon systems and defence assets of PAF. A smartly turned-out contingent of the Pakistan Air Force presented the guard of honour to the COAS. 

Speaking on the occasion, Gen Asim praised the operational preparedness of the Pakistan Air Force in incorporating state-of-the-art weapon systems, substantially contributing to ensuring the balance of power in the region.

Shedding light on the significance of indigenization and human resource development, the COAS wholeheartedly endorsed PAF's dedication to technological advancements and operational excellence, reiterating that the Armed Forces of Pakistan are fully prepared to thwart any aggression. COAS also appreciated PAF’s efforts for the transportation of Relief Goods for the victims of the Gaza conflict.

In his address, the PAF chief highlighted the latest inductions comprising J-10C fighter jets, air mobility platforms, modern Radars, Unmanned Aerial Systems, loitering munition capabilities and long-range vectors which have significantly bolstered the aerial defence capabilities of the country.

He mentioned that the Center of Excellence for Air Mobility and Aviation Safety, College of Air Defence and reinvigoration of the Air Power Centre of Excellence alongside the operationalization of the National Aerospace Science and Technology Park has provided PAF with the capability to stay abreast with the evolving challenges. He highlighted the progress achieved by the PAF in the emerging domains of cyber and space technologies to ensure an impregnable defence of the country.

Following the ceremony, a spectacular airshow featured various PAF fighter jets, training aircraft and UAVs. The chief guest and the attendees later witnessed a static display showcasing the diverse PAF fighter, air mobility and UAV fleet.