Air Force Day being observed today with national zeal
Islamabad: Air Force Day is being observed today with national pride to commemorate the valour of the defenders of air space of the country against Indian aggression in September 1965 war.
In the 1965 war, the valiant Pakistani pilots despite limited resources not only repelled Indian air attacks but also handed India a resounding defeat, displaying unparalleled expertise in aerial combat and unwavering courage.
Heroic role of M M Alam
The PAF ace Muhammad Mahmood Alam, commonly known as M.M.Alam, shot down five Indian Air Force Hawker Hunter Mk. 56 fighters in less than a minute.
Glowing tribute to Rashid Minhas Shaheed
A ceremony regarding Air Force Day was held at the grave of Shaheed Rashid Minhas, pilot officer of Pakistan Air Force in Karachi today.
Air Officer Commanding southern Air Command Air Vice Marshal Khalid Mehmood visited the grave of Shaheed Rashid Minhas Nishsn-e-haider and laid a floral wreath and offered Fateha.
A glowing tribute was paid to the pilot officer Rashid Minhas Shaheed for the bravery he demonstrated in defending the motherland. Wing Commander Ahmed Waheed and Anjum Minhas, brother of Shaheed Rashid Minhas were also present on the occasion.
