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PAF News: 2009

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PAF acquires 12 unmanned aerial vehicles

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) has handed over one dozen Predator-type unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), PAC Chairman Air Marshal Khalid Chaudhry said on Thursday.

He said Pakistan had acquired the capability to manufacture UAVs and had initiated indigenous production.

“We will manufacture more UAVs indigenously, keeping the PAF’s requirements in mind,â€

A dozen UAVs handed over to PAF
January 1, 2009

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) is playing an important role in technologically equipping the Pakistan Air Force to meet any challenges. In line to give an extra punch to Air Force, PAC has handed over around a dozen predator type Un-manned Ariel Vehicles (UAVs) to PAF, said Chairman PAC Air Marshal Khalid Chaudhary.

In an exclusive talk, he said that Pakistan has acquired the UAV manufacturing technology and its indigenous manufacturing has been initiated successfully. He said though these UAVs are lighter than the Predators but meet the defence requirements of the PAF. “We will manufacture more UAVs indiginously keeping in view the requirements of PAF,â€

Air Chief briefs Zardari on Preparedness
January 6, 2009

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Air Force (PAF) chief briefed President Asif Ali Zardari on the operational preparedness of the country’s air force in case of any aggression. The presidency, in a brief statement here, said Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mehmood Ahmed called on President Asif Ali Zardari and briefed him about “the operational preparedness of Pakistan Air Forceâ€

Eight Karakoram-8P Jet Trainers inducted into Pakistan Air Force
January 18, 2009

ISLAMABAD: Eight Karakoram K-8P basic/advanced jet trainers were handed over to Pakistan Air Force by Peoples Republic of China in a simple but impressive ceremony at one of the PAF Bases here.

Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (Operations) was the Chief Guest on the occasion, who accepted these aircraft on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force from the Chinese delegation.

Besides JF-17 Thunder, K-8P aircraft jointly developed by Pakistan and China is a sign of Pak-China Friendship, which has stood the test of time and grown stronger.

K-8P Aircraft is an advanced jet trainer already being used at PAF Academy Risalpur for Basic and Advance jet aircraft flying training for PAF fighter pilots.

K-8P Aircraft since its induction at PAF Academy Risalpur has not only enhanced the basic jet training of PAF pilots but has also provided a potent platform for their smooth transition to more challenging fourth generation fighter aircraft in PAF inventory.

Names for new Air Chief shortlisted
January 18, 2009

ISLAMABAD: Three names have been forwarded to President Asif Ali Zardari for appointment of new chief of the air staff of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), official sources said.

“The new chief of air staff will succeed the incumbent CAS, Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed, who is going to retire on completion of his three-year tenure on March 20,â€

PAF’s capabilities to be enhanced, says Gilani
February 12, 2009

By Asim Yasin

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani assured the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) that the government would provide all necessary resources for enhancing PAF’s professional capabilities.

The prime minister gave this assurance while talking to the Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mehmood Ahmad, who called on him here at the PM House.Gilani said the PAF had always played an important role in the defence of the country in addition to providing vital support to the civil administration in relief and rehabilitation efforts during natural calamities. During the meeting, Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mehmood apprised the prime minister of various measures taken by the PAF to optimise its effectiveness and efficiency.

He also informed the prime minister about the ongoing projects for upgrading the PAF. APP adds: Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani directed Pakistan’s ambassador designate to the Netherlands to focus on improving Pakistan’s bilateral relations. Talking to ambassador-designate Aizaz Ahmad Chaudhry, who called on him on Wednesday before leaving on his new assignment, Gilani directed him to try to seek the inclusion of the Netherlands in the ‘Friends of Democratic Pakistan Group’.

The prime minister noted that the ambassador designate had been working as a focal person for the group that had been meeting to prepare for the Donors’ Conference, likely to be held in Tokyo next month. Gilani noted that the Netherlands had emerged as the fourth largest investor and the fifth major buyer of Pakistan’s products in the EU during the last fiscal year.

He appreciated that the Netherlands had more than doubled its development assistance for Pakistan after the induction of the new democratic government, which it had suspended after imposition of emergency in 2007.

He underlined the importance of high-level exchanges for strengthening the Pakistan-Netherlands ties and hoped that special efforts would be made during the tenure of the ambassador designate to promote people-to-people contacts.

PAF a highly professional Force: Air Chief
February 14, 2009

KARACHI- Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed has said that Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is a highly professional force that is committed to provide an invincible defense shield to the aerial frontiers of Pakistan.

He was addressing the Aero Apprentices Passing Out Parade at the PAF Base Korangi Creek here on Saturday, says an ISPR (PAF) press release. The event was attended by dignitaries including officers and other personnel from the armed forces of Pakistan and their families.

The Air Chief emphasized that the future air battle scenario in the region will be much different than what we have witnessed in the past. He said that Pakistan is facing daunting challenges both on the Eastern and Western frontiers.

Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed also said that a reappraisal of both our strengths and weaknesses is the need of the time. That is why Pakistan Air Force has taken bold decisions to induct hi-tech weapon system.

However, he added that such developments call for a complete transformation and necessitate incorporation of a corresponding concept of maintenance in the PAF.

Pakistan Air Force ensures such balance through professional excellence and quality training that is periodically reviewed and revitalized to incorporate contemporary training concepts and methodologies, the Air Chief added. Passing out of Aero Tech Entry No 0608 and Aero Support Entry 0711 was held here at PAF Base, Korangi Creek.

Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed, was the chief guest of the ceremony. Air Commodore Naveed Khaliq, Base Commander PAF Base, Korangi Creek, presented the course report. A total of 971 Aero Apprentices including personnel from Pakistan Navy and friendly countries successfully completed their technical training.

Six trophies were awarded to the passing out Apprentices; four in academics, one in General Service Training and one for the best all round performance.

Chief of the Air Staff’s trophy for the best in Aero Tech (Avionics) was awarded to AC Danish Hameed, Chief of the Air Staff’s trophy for the best in Aero Tech (Aerospace) was awarded to AIT-II Zar Ahmed from Pakistan Navy, Asghar Khan’s trophy for the best in Aero Support (Aerospace) was awarded to AC Muhammad Idrees, Noor Khan’s trophy for the best in Aero Support (Avionics) was awarded to AC Muhammad Wasiq, Trophy for the best in General Service Training was awarded to AC Wing Sergeant Abdul Wahid Khan and Chief of the Air Staffs Trophy for the best all round performance was awarded to AC Danish Hameed.

Felicitating the Aero Apprentices and their families for this singular honour, he wished them bright future and the success in their future assignments.

He also commended the instructional staff for their sincere endeavors and commitment to the cause of training.

- Associated Press Of Pakistan

Air Chief starts farewell visits to PAF Bases
February 18, 2009

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed paid a visit to the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and PAF’s Minhas base at Kamra.

Upon his arrival, he received the ceremonial guard of honour from a PAF contingent. While addressing officers, joint chiefs of staff, airmen and civilians, he stressed on the need to remain focused for a smooth transition to meet the ever-demanding challenges of the 21st century.

The PAF chief, who would step down as the PAF head next month after completing his three-year tenure, advised that efforts be maintained to keep the PAF ‘lean, efficient and hard-hitting’.

- Dailytimes

Kayani asks US to give Pakistan Cobra helicopters
February 28, 2009

LAHORE: Pakistan has asked the United States to provide it military hardware, including Cobra and Apache assault helicopter gunships, a private TV channel quoted unidentified military officials as saying on Friday.

According to the channel, Chief of Army Staff Gen Ashfaq Kayani gave a list of demands to the US during his meetings with senior US military officials.

The sources said Pakistan had also sought spare parts for existing gunships, most of which are past their operational prime and need urgent refurbishment, the channel reported.

Link: Dailytimes.com.pk

Air Commodore Raees Rafi laid to rest
March 3, 2009

ISLAMABAD (APP): The veteran of 1965 war, Air Commodore ® Raees A Rafi, Sitara-i-Juraat was laid to rest with profound military honours at Islamabad Graveyard.

The family members of the late Air Commodore Raees A Rafi, senior military and civil officials and a large number of people from various segments of society attended the funeral prayers.

The funeral prayer of 1965 war veteran was offered at PAF Complex, E-9, Islamabad.

A large number of officers, other ranks and civilians offered his Namaz-i- Jinaza. After the burial, wreath was laid behalf of Air Chief Marshal Tanvir Mahmood Ahmed, Chief of the Air Staff, Pakistan Air Force at the grave of the deceased.

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