Chiefs of the Air Staff - Pakistan Air Force

[ghazi52]

On this day (July 23, 1965) Air Marshal Malik Nur Khan Awan, took over the command of Pakistan Air Force. He remained Commander-in-Chief of PAF till August 31, 1969. AM Nur Khan led PAF in its convincing victory over an enemy thrice its size. This ‘Man of Steel’ was an icon of Integrity, Visionary Leadership and Courage. He was also highly respected for his intellectual prowess and remarkable managerial skills.

Air Marshal Nur Khan also served PIA as its Managing Director from 1959 to 1965; and later as the airline's Chairman from 1973 to 1978. Under his dynamic Leadership, PIA became one of the world’s best airlines. The Air Marshal also served as the Governor of West Pakistan from September 1, 1969 to February 1, 1970. Besides this, he also remained President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation from 1976 to 1984 and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board from 1980 to 1984. Under his able leadership Pakistan Hockey won two titles each of World Cup, Champions’ Trophy and Asian Games.

For his valour, courage, and distinguished command during 1965 War, Air Marshal Nur Khan was conferred upon the prestigious award of Hilal-i-Jurat. Additionally, in recognition for his meritorious services, PAF Base at Chaklala, Rawalpindi was renamed as PAF Base, Nur Khan. His altruistic services for PAF, especially during the 1965 Indo-Pak war can never be forgotten.

 

[ghazi52]

https://twitter.com/leftofthepincer
circa 1966 gang of four,
from left to right...
Admiral AR Khan - Defence Minister
General Yahya Khan - Army C-in-C
Air Marshal Nur Khan - PAF C-in-C
Admiral SM Ahsan - Navy C-in-C

 

[ghazi52]

Make no mistake, PAF when responds to irresponsible act, we may not always exercise restraint ...

 

[Big_bud]

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21st Chief of PAF
19 Mar 2015 - 18 Mar 2018

Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman
NI(M)

A through gentleman of very high acumen. Very poised, knowledgeable and forward thinking. I don't think PAF has seen a better Air chief in recent history! He truly deserved this post! Deserves all the respects!

 

[Maula Jatt]

On this day (July 23, 1965) Air Marshal Malik Nur Khan Awan, took over the command of Pakistan Air Force. He remained Commander-in-Chief of PAF till August 31, 1969. AM Nur Khan led PAF in its convincing victory over an enemy thrice its size. This ‘Man of Steel’ was an icon of Integrity, Visionary Leadership and Courage. He was also highly respected for his intellectual prowess and remarkable managerial skills.

Air Marshal Nur Khan also served PIA as its Managing Director from 1959 to 1965; and later as the airline's Chairman from 1973 to 1978. Under his dynamic Leadership, PIA became one of the world’s best airlines. The Air Marshal also served as the Governor of West Pakistan from September 1, 1969 to February 1, 1970. Besides this, he also remained President of the Pakistan Hockey Federation from 1976 to 1984 and Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board from 1980 to 1984. Under his able leadership Pakistan Hockey won two titles each of World Cup, Champions’ Trophy and Asian Games.

For his valour, courage, and distinguished command during 1965 War, Air Marshal Nur Khan was conferred upon the prestigious award of Hilal-i-Jurat. Additionally, in recognition for his meritorious services, PAF Base at Chaklala, Rawalpindi was renamed as PAF Base, Nur Khan. His altruistic services for PAF, especially during the 1965 Indo-Pak war can never be forgotten.


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Whatever this man touched turned to gold

Imagine if he was our PM or something

 

[ghazi52]

OAS & CAS visited PAF Base Mushaf. COAS was flown in an F-16. CAS flew in another F-16 & both aircraft proceeded to manoeuvre for a combat action simulation mission.

COAS lauded professionalism & dedication of PAF & thanked the Force for its unmatched services to the nation

 

[ghazi52]

Indeed a great and humble personality.

 

[MisterSyed]

Imagine if he was our PM or something

We need somebody like Ayub Khan or Nur Khan again, Absolute Chads.

 

[ghazi52]

Air Chief Marshal (ACM) Tahir Rafique Butt had a solo flight on single-seat fighting Falcon F-16 of the PAF while taking part in exercise Saffron Bandit 2012-13

 

[ghazi52]

Father of Modern Pakistan Air Force - ACM Sohail Aman (CAS 19 March 2015 – 18 March 2018)

 

[ghazi52]

ACM Mujahid Anwar Khan spent an eventful tenure which also saw Op Swift Retort on Feb 27, 2019, when PAF conducted airstrikes at 4 locations in Indian Occupied Kashmir & shot down two Indian fighter jets after they attempted to intrude into Pakistani airspace.

 

[ghazi52]

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Sohail Aman pays reciprocity visits to RAF No 9 Squadron and takes a flight in its Tornado aircraft. - 2017

 

[ghazi52]

 

[ghazi52]

Air Marshal Asghar Khan Giant of a Man. A man of sterling character, humility, outstanding professionalism, and unflinching determination who transformed the nascent air force into a formidable force to be reckoned with. The entire PAF owes him profusely for the countless contributions.He would truly be regarded as the ‘Father of Pakistan Air Force’ for the times to come.

 

[ghazi52]

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