PAF to participate in Spears of Victory-2025 exercise in Saudi Arabia
A contingent of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to participate in the multinational aerial combat exercise “Spears of Victory-2025.”
The PAF contingent, which includes
JF-17 Thunder Block-III fighter jets along with air and ground crew, landed at
King Abdul Aziz Air Base, according to an official statement from the
Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR).
Hosted by the Royal Saudi Air Force,
the fifth cycle of the exercise aims to enhance interoperability among
participating air forces in light of advancing technologies, increasing
airpower complexities, and shared aerial defense challenges.
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On their journey to Saudi Arabia,
PAF fighter jets showcased their advanced capabilities by flying non-stop from
their home base in Pakistan to Saudi Arabia, utilizing in-flight air-to-air
refueling. This demonstrated the long-range operational capabilities of the
JF-17 Block-III aircraft.
The ISPR statement highlighted that
PAF pilots operating AESA radar-equipped and extended-range BVR (Beyond Visual
Range) JF-17 Thunder jets will engage in complex scenarios against advanced
fighter jets from participating countries. The exercise features combat
aircraft and support elements from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Bahrain, France,
Greece, Qatar, UAE, UK, and the USA.
“PAF’s participation underscores its
commitment to regional and international collaboration while showcasing its
ability to operate in diverse and challenging environments alongside contemporary
air forces,” the ISPR remarked.
The exercise provides an invaluable
platform for sharing knowledge, improving tactics, and fostering partnerships
among nations to address evolving aerial combat challenges.
Source: The Nation