Pakistan Air Force
Coverage of Pakistan Air Force in the Nexus archive.
- PM calls for intensifying search, rescue operations after cargo plane disappears from radar over Arabian Sea
A K2 Airways cargo plane en route from Sharjah to Karachi disappeared from radar over the Arabian Sea after reporting navigation issues. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed intensified search and rescue operations by the Civil Aviation Authority, Pakistan Navy, and Pakistan Air Force for the five crew members on board.
- Pakistan expands search for missing cargo plane as rough seas hamper rescue efforts
Pakistan's Navy and civilian authorities are expanding the search for a missing K2 Airways cargo plane that disappeared from radar after reporting a navigational system issue. The aircraft, en route to Karachi with five people on board, lost contact over the Arabian Sea amid rough monsoon conditions, complicating rescue efforts.
- Pakistan expands search for missing cargo plane as rough seas hamper rescue efforts
Pakistan's Navy and civilian authorities are expanding the search for a K2 Airways cargo plane that disappeared from radar and lost contact en route to Karachi, with five people on board. Rough monsoon seas in the Arabian Sea are complicating rescue efforts, and the aircraft's fate remains unconfirmed.
- PAF officer who sacrificed his life saving woman in distress laid to rest with military honours: ISPR
Pakistan Air Force Group Captain Asim Tariq, who died saving a woman from a suspect, was honored with full military funeral rites. The suspect, arrested within nine hours, had attempted to abduct the woman, who worked at a cash and carry outlet with him.
- PAF officer’s alleged killer sent to jail in Islamabad
An anti-terrorism court in Islamabad sent Saad Abbasi, the alleged killer of Pakistan Air Force Group Captain Asim Tariq, to jail for 14 days for an identity parade. The suspect is accused of shooting the officer while he attempted to prevent an abduction.
- PM, president pay tribute to PAF officer who sacrificed his life to save woman from alleged abduction
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to Pakistan Air Force Group Captain Asim Tariq, who died while attempting to prevent a woman's alleged abduction in Islamabad. The suspect, arrested within nine hours, had reportedly picked up the woman from a cash and carry outlet before the incident. Both leaders emphasized the need for a transparent investigation and justice for the officer's sacrifice.
- Suspect who shot PAF officer dead arrested within 9 hours: Islamabad IG
The suspect who shot a Pakistan Air Force officer dead was arrested within nine hours. The officer intervened during an argument between the suspect and a woman at a cash and carry outlet in G-6. The suspect and woman worked at the same location, representing different companies.
- Info ministry refutes Afghan Taliban's claim of strikes in border areas
Pakistan's information ministry refuted the Afghan Taliban's claims of targeting ISKP camps in border areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, calling the assertions false. The ministry stated that terrorist camps, including those of Daesh, are operated from Afghan Taliban-controlled territories and shared evidence of a neutralized Taliban drone in Pakistani airspace. Pakistan has previously conducted strikes against border terrorist hideouts and urged the Taliban to dismantle sanctuaries on Afghan soil.
- Pakistani military aircraft crashes during training flight, killing 2 pilots
A Pakistani Air Force aircraft crashed during a training flight near Mardan, killing both pilots. The military has ordered an inquiry into the incident, and officials including the president, prime minister, and army chief expressed condolences. The crash follows a recent military helicopter accident in Pakistan-administered Kashmir that killed 22 soldiers.
- PAF trainer aircraft crashes near Mardan, both pilots martyred
A Pakistan Air Force trainer aircraft crashed near Mardan, resulting in the deaths of both pilots. The incident occurred during a routine training mission, and a board of inquiry has been established to investigate the cause. Previous military aircraft crashes in Pakistan are also mentioned.
- Bahrain commander meets CDF Munir, discusses strengthening military collaboration: ISPR
Bahrain's National Guard commander met with Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces to discuss enhancing military collaboration, regional security, and defense technologies. The visit included separate meetings with Pakistan's naval and air chiefs, focusing on maritime security, modernization efforts, and emerging technologies. Both nations expressed satisfaction with their longstanding relationship and interest in expanding cooperation.
- Pakistan Sends Troops, Fighters to Saudi Arabia, Reuters Reports
Pakistan has sent troops and fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, according to Reuters reports. The deployment includes Pakistan Air Force JF-17 fighter jets. This move is likely to strengthen military ties between the two countries.