KARACHI – A state-of-the-art Weapon Test Range has been made operational totrack the complete trajectory of the aircraft and launched missiles.
This modern facility, developed in collaboration with Chinese authorities,is equipped with real time tracking and measuring equipment to qualify theindigenously developed and procured weapon systems.
The live demonstration was a potent display of the PAF’s capability tosuccessfully locate and destroy high/slow speed moving targets by employinghigh-tech inventory of aircraft and missiles.
Addressing at the occasion the Air Chief said, “We are thankful to AllahAlmighty who has given us the strength to achieve this extraordinarymilestone. The successful testing of these sophisticated weapons is atestimony of JF-17 Thunder’s multirole capabilities. It is a matter ofimmense pride that six PAF fighter squadrons have already being equippedwith the pride of the nation JF-17 Thunder aircraft, making it the backboneof our aerial defence.”
He also lauded the hard work put in by PAF and Chinese personnel in makingthis event a success.
Earlier, Air Vice Marshal Haseeb Paracha, Air Officer Commanding, SouthernAir Command received the Chief Guest on his arrival at the venue.
High ranking PAF officers along with civil and military officials alsowitnessed this historic event.