Pakistan Aviation & Airforce Squadrons Information & History

[Arsalan]

guys , i've posted the link of paf patches thread , on my last post on the first page--- we are not interested in exercise patches or alternate patches here

plz look at the table i posted in the first post , if you have any better resolution pic or a patch pic which is left blank in the first post , kindly post them , so it becomes easier to include them when we make a complete post at the end!!

note

some pakistani sites maybe copyrited so kindly post the link , to show they are western foriegn sources

sorry, i though that what you have also posted, i filled in for the remaining!!
anyway, have deleted the onw with badges from exercises as you said!

now, do you want me to post higher resolution images of all squadron badges or what?

i have official badges of all squadrons.

 

[Last Hope]

Assalam u Alaikum Haroon.

Really nice work, but you just blew the work I have been doing on this topic!
I have been doing this re-search on the List of Squadron's, their nicks, list or Aircrafts used and location.

Was compiling it on my PC when you posted this. Ufh. Tough competition being like you
Nevertheless, I know how it was compiling, and it's great.

 

[Manticore]

@ arsalan ,
about half of the slots on my first posts are deficient in badges -- ive provided bezerk's threads links , which might fill in some of this blank sposts particularly in army aviation ---- however we will have to ask najam if we can use his images from paf wallpapers , granted we cant find any other source

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Assalam u Alaikum Haroon.

Really nice work, but you just blew the work I have been doing on this topic!
I have been doing this re-search on the List of Squadron's, their nicks, list or Aircrafts used and location.

Was compiling it on my PC when you posted this. Ufh. Tough competition being like you
Nevertheless, I know how it was compiling, and it's great.

bhai , no problem -- i had this info stocked in before ramazan -- however i can only collect data -- at the end , the article correction will be done by sir fatmaan [i will ask him] and the lay out and the software useage is a thing which you can contribute your thoughts in!

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No. 1 FCU -Rahbers
FT-5
http://i.imgur.com/aKTLN.jpg
No. 2 -Minhas
F-7P
http://i.imgur.com/KC8x4.jpg

No. 5 -Falcons
F-16C/D Block 52+
http://i.imgur.com/6Xx1p.jpg
No. 6-Antelopes
C-130,B707
http://i.imgur.com/I3vPp.jpg

No. 7-Bandits
Mirage-IIIEA ROSE-I
http://i.imgur.com/VnJyj.jpg
No. 8-Haider
Mirage 5PA2/3
http://i.imgur.com/Z55Dk.jpg
No. 9-Griffins
F-16 A/B
http://i.imgur.com/t5CEf.jpg

No. 10-
IL-78 MRTT

No. 11 OCU-Arrows
F-16 A/B
http://i.imgur.com/WSNXA.jpg
No. 12-Globe Trotters
Phenom 100,A-310,Gulf Stream IV
http://i.imgur.com/tAyja.gif
No. 13-
Saab 2000 AEW&C

No. 14-Tail Choppers/Shaheens
F7P
http://i.imgur.com/IYOIm.jpg


No. 15-Cobras
Mirage III
http://i.imgur.com/pQylc.jpg

No. 16 - Panthers
JF-17
http://i.imgur.com/Et7aZ.gif
No. 17-Tigers
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/iaLCa.jpg

No. 18 OCU-Warhawks
F-7P, FT-7P
http://i.imgur.com/9qFTX.jpg
No. 19 OCU - Sherdils
F-7P, FT-7P
http://i.imgur.com/0B8MZ.jpg

No. 20-Cheetas / Eagles
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/xrRMo.jpg
No. 21 -
C-130

No. 22 OCU-Ghazis
Mirage IIIDE,5-EF
http://i.imgur.com/kAHEk.gif
No. 23-Talons
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/f2zzD.jpg
No. 24 -Blinders
Falcon 20 F/G
http://i.imgur.com/woX56.gif

No. 25-Eagles
Mirage 5 ROSE-II
http://i.imgur.com/hoXrZ.jpg

No. 26 -Black Spiders
JF-17
http://i.imgur.com/jp2Tm.jpg

No. 27-Zarrars
Mirage ROSE-III
http://i.imgur.com/1CZmt.jpg
No. 41 -
Cessna, Beech,Y-12
http://i.imgur.com/l4RyJ.gif
No. 81-Kangaroos
Alouette III
http://i.imgur.com/WvTXQ.gif

No. 82-
Alouette III

No. 83-
Alouette III

No. 84 -Dolphins
Alouette III,Mi-171Sh
http://i.imgur.com/w2OFg.gif
No. 85 -
Alouette III

No. 86 -
Alouette III

CCS-
F-7,Mirage 3,Mirage 5
http://i.imgur.com/nBQc8.gif

 

[Arsalan]

@ arsalan ,
about half of the slots on my first posts are deficient in badges -- ive provided bezerk's threads links , which might fill in some of this blank sposts particularly in naval aviation / army aviation---- however we will have to ask najam if we can use his images from paf wallpapers , granted we cant find any other source

do you want some thing like this, these are patches and not badges!!

Squadron Badges/Patches

Squadron 1 - Rahber
Operate FT-5 and placed in Mianwali

Squadron 2 - Minhas
Operate F-7 and FT-7.
Stationed at PAF Masroor

Squadron 5 - Falcons
Operate F-16 C/D Blk 52
Stationed at PAF Nase Shahbaz

these are also available at:
http://www.defence.pk/forums/military-photos-multimedia/100597-paf-patches.html

since there is already a thread running, i wont be posting anymore!

 

[Manticore]

arsalan , ^ this is copyrited -- i think the last 3 posts i did cover most of the paf representations and that size is okay aswell considering table form for the content -- moreover if we go for very high resolution images , it will be very difficult to find them for each and every unit for uniformity sake... -- also they dont have watermarks.


army aviation representations are needed , some might be covered via bezerks threads

 

[Manticore]

On a special request by Sir Fatman17, I'm sharing a couple of Pakistan Army Aviation patches with you all. I uploaded them in the gallery some time back and I've decided to share them with you all

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Pakistan Army Aviation brevets have wreath/star indicating flying experience.

The brevet was designed by Mrs. S. Bano in 1956. The flying wing and red eagle reflects vigilance. The red and blue colors signify artillery colors to which AirOp belonged. The black background signifies the black flag which our Muslim ancestors carried in battle.

The wreath and star were added by Maj. MK Sagheer in 1974 to signify 3000+ accident free flying hours, this addition was officially approved by GHQ in early 80's (today's qualification for this distinction is unknown).

The Pakistan Army Aviation School crest was designed in the mid-60's. The mandate of the school to provide fixed and rotary wing training to its students. The original primary training aircraft were the L-19 and OH-13s, and the Alouette III for advanced training. Today the school uses the Mushak and Schweizer.

The motto"Knowledge is Strength" signifies a pilot's dedication to continuous learning.

The crest/motto was designed by: Maj. MK Sagheer

The squadron crest of No. 6 Army Aviation Squadron equipped with UH-1H helicopters.

The Pakistan Army Aviation insignia.

The original squadron crest of No. 4 Army Aviation Squadron from 1970's era. The Mi-8's were retired from service in the late 80's. The squadron currently flies Mi-17's.

The word "Gallant" was added after the 1971 war to indicate the "awe-inspiring" performance of this squadron's pilots during the 1971 war in then East Pakistan.

No. 4 Squadron has the distinct honor of being the only serving unit in East Pakistan not to have surrendered on Dec. 16, 1971. The squadron flew Alouette 3's and Mi-8's in East Pakistan.

The crest was originally conceived by Col. LA Bokhari and the example shown was finalized by Maj. MK

The original squadron crest of No. 3 Army Aviation Squadron. This crest is from the mid-60's when the squadron was first raised, at the time 3 Squadron flew OH-13s, in 1968 they converted to Alouette III's. The Squadron was raised in 1963-64 era by then Col. NUK Babar.

The squadron crest of No. 5 Army Aviation Squadron equipped with the Alouette III helicopters.

some army aviation aditions

 

[Manticore]

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[Manticore]

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one pic per unit / squadron can be selected and resolution can be reduced to match other patches

 

[air marshal]

PAF s' Squadrons

PAF Falcons - PAF s' Squadrons

 

[air marshal]

No. 1 Squadron 'Rahbars'

Squadron History: 1947-1982

Squadron History: 1948-1988

Squadron History: 1988-1998

 

[muse]

No. 1 Squadron 'Rahbars'

I think the "s" to make it a plural is an error - Rahbar, meaning Leader - Rahbaran, plural, leaders

 

[Arsalan]

I think the "s" to make it a plural is an error - Rahbar, meaning Leader - Rahbaran, plural, leaders

i also noted this...
however i think the name is more to asthetics value then to gramatical importance!!
that justifies the "S"!!

regards!

 

[DV RULES]

Check this too

PakistaniAviation.com Pakistan Aviation Pak

 

[DV RULES]

hi ! this is an initial template layout that i liked [link at end] and i hope that we can make an upgraded post based on inputs from senior members and some software professionals
regards

Don't you think that there should be separate thread over Pakistan (Civil) Aviation & history and let this thread dedicated to Pakistan Airforce & history?

 

[Manticore]

Roundel

fin flash

PRINCIPAL STAFF OFFICERS [from official paf site]

Chief of the Air Staff appoints his Principal Staff Officers (PSOs) for efficient functioning of the Air Force,
they are:-

Vice Chief of The Air Staff VCAS
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Operations) DCAS (O)
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Engineering) DCAS (E)
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Administration) DCAS (A)
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Training) DCAS (T)
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Personnel) DCAS (P)
Deputy Chief of The Air Staff (Support) DCAS (S)
Inspector General Air Force IGAF
Chief Project Director JF-17 Thunder CPD JF-17 Thunder
Director General Air Force Strategic Command DG AFSC
Director General Air Intelligence DG AI









COMMANDS

A Command is a subdivision of the Air Force assigned with a major part of the Air Force mission and directly responsible to the Air headquarters. The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Commands and Command Headquarters are:-


Northern Air Command (NAC) Peshawar
http://i.imgur.com/c8n6S.png
Central Air Command (CAC) Lahore
http://i.imgur.com/KOiDp.png
Southern Air Command (SAC) Faisal, Karachi
http://i.imgur.com/si6OP.png
Air Defence Command (ADC) Chaklala, Rawalpindi
http://i.imgur.com/Nnt6t.png
Air Force Strategic Command (AFSC) Islamabad



Direct Reporting Units:

A direct reporting unit is a subdivision of the Air Force directly subordinate to Air Head Quarters (AHQ), independent of any command or field operation agency because of its unique mission, legal requirements, or some other factors. These units are:-

PAF Academy, Risalpur
PAF Air War College, Faisal
Air Weapon's Complex
Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC)

Pakistan Aeronautical Complex located at Kamra (Attock) is directly responsible to the Ministry of Defence. Its roles and tasks include maintenance of various aircraft and radars on PAF inventory. It also provides similar maintenance services to foreign countries. Presently it is gearing up to undertake the joint production of JF-17 Thunder aircraft. It comprises the following factories:-

F-6 Rebuild Factory (F-6 RF)
Overhauls, repairs, upgrades of F-7 aircraft and relevant weapon systems.

Mirage Rebuild Factory (MRF)
Overhauls, repairs, upgrades of Mirage aircraft and relevant weapon systems.

Aircraft Manufacturing Factory (AMF)
Manufactures Mushshak, Super Mushshak and subassemblies for K-8 Aircraft.

Kamra Avionics and Radar Factory (KARF)
Produces, rebuilds and repairs avionics and air defence systems.

PAF BASES :


http://i.imgur.com/LSc3W.gif
http://i.imgur.com/XfVNv.gif
global security.org






FLYING BASES :



PAF Academy
Risalpur-Air Headquarters
http://i.imgur.com/y2akN.png

PAF Base Peshawar
Peshawar-Northern Air Command, Headquarters
http://i.imgur.com/7odZE.png

PAF Base Minhas
Kamra-Northern Air Command


PAF Base Chaklala
Rawalpindi-Northern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/qd6dH.png


PAF Base Mianwali
Mianwali-Northern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/VAx6p.png


PAF Base Mushaf
Sargodha) -Central Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/4Brzp.png


PAF Base Rafiqui
Shorkot-Central Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/m7Cp5.png


PAF Base Masroor-
Karachi -Southern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/aRxk3.png


PAF Base Faisal
Karachi-Southern Air Command, Headquarters
http://i.imgur.com/di1Qv.png


PAF Base Samungli
Quetta-Southern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/CrraU.png



PAF Base Shahbaz
Jacobabad-


NON-FLYING BASES:

PAF Base Kohat
Kohat -Northern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/JfRpq.png
PAF Base Lahore
Lahore -Central Air Command, Headquarters
http://i.imgur.com/FUzei.png
PAF Base Malir
Karachi-Southern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/sZ45R.png
PAF Base Korangi Creek
Karachi -Southern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/5kCNO.png
PAF Base Sakesar
Sakesar -Central Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/22BON.png
PAF Base Kalabagh
-Nathia Galli, Abbottabad-Northern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/QKWYf.png

Misc Bases

badin
http://i.imgur.com/isFKf.png
lower topa
Murree-Northern Air Command
http://i.imgur.com/xt2he.png



HIGHER resoltion badges if needed
http://i.imgur.com/O5f85.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/VT73i.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pZx1f.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/G62dC.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/BfO0j.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/3pEaG.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ueRUf.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/S78n3.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/LCP8x.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/PAYGW.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/D0FVY.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/pseRy.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ISwC7.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/eqzTm.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/mC4q7.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/GDh4Y.jpg

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PAF s' Squadrons

No. 1 FCU -Rahbers
FT-5
http://i.imgur.com/aKTLN.jpg

No. 2 -Minhas
F-7P
http://i.imgur.com/KC8x4.jpg

No. 5 -Falcons
F-16C/D Block 52+
http://i.imgur.com/6Xx1p.jpg

No. 6-Antelopes
C-130,B707
http://i.imgur.com/I3vPp.jpg

No. 7-Bandits
Mirage-IIIEA ROSE-I
http://i.imgur.com/VnJyj.jpg

No. 8-Haider
Mirage 5PA2/3
http://i.imgur.com/Z55Dk.jpg

No. 9-Griffins
F-16 A/B
http://i.imgur.com/t5CEf.jpg

No. 10-
IL-78 MRTT

No. 11 OCU-Arrows
F-16 A/B
http://i.imgur.com/WSNXA.jpg

No. 12-Globe Trotters
Phenom 100,A-310,Gulf Stream IV
http://i.imgur.com/tAyja.gif

No. 13-
Saab 2000 AEW&C

No. 14-Tail Choppers/Shaheens
F7P
http://i.imgur.com/IYOIm.jpg

No. 15-Cobras
Mirage III
http://i.imgur.com/pQylc.jpg

No. 16 - Panthers
JF-17
http://i.imgur.com/Et7aZ.gif

No. 17-Tigers
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/iaLCa.jpg

No. 18 OCU-Warhawks
F-7P, FT-7P
http://i.imgur.com/9qFTX.jpg

No. 19 OCU - Sherdils
F-7P, FT-7P
http://i.imgur.com/0B8MZ.jpg

No. 20-Cheetas / Eagles
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/xrRMo.jpg

No. 21 -
C-130

No. 22 OCU-Ghazis
Mirage IIIDE,5-EF
http://i.imgur.com/kAHEk.gif

No. 23-Talons
F-7PG
http://i.imgur.com/f2zzD.jpg

No. 24 -Blinders
Falcon 20 F/G
http://i.imgur.com/woX56.gif

No. 25-Eagles
Mirage 5 ROSE-II
http://i.imgur.com/hoXrZ.jpg

No. 26 -Black Spiders
JF-17
http://i.imgur.com/jp2Tm.jpg

No. 27-Zarrars
Mirage ROSE-III
http://i.imgur.com/1CZmt.jpg

No. 41 -
Cessna, Beech,Y-12
http://i.imgur.com/l4RyJ.gif

No. 81-Kangaroos
Alouette III
http://i.imgur.com/WvTXQ.gif

No. 82-
Alouette III

No. 83-
Alouette III

No. 84 -Dolphins
Alouette III,Mi-171Sh
http://i.imgur.com/w2OFg.gif

No. 85 -
Alouette III

No. 86 -
Alouette III

CCS-
F-7,Mirage 3,Mirage 5
http://i.imgur.com/nBQc8.gif













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