Images - Pakistan Air Force in the Mirror of History.

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PAF Glider

 

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An another groundbreaking operation, Pakistan Air Force deployed its C-130 Hercules transport aircraft for live bombing missions in direct support of ground forces. Navigated by Flight Lieutenant Viqar Abidi, the heavily loaded Hercules took off from Peshawar and executed precise bombing runs that reduced enemy armor to smoldering wreckage.

Later that evening, a second mission struck the retreating enemy Engineering Brigade near Deg Nullah in Chawinda, devastating trucks, troops and bridging equipment.

Despite poor visibility, Flt Lt Abidi’s flawless navigation and timing made these missions highly effective, epitomizing PAF’s tactical innovation and unwavering resolve.

 

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On 16 September 1965, Squadron Leader Sikandar Mahmood Khan led a courageous two-ship bombing mission against the heavily defended Halwara airfield. Employing a fuel-conserving Hi-Lo-Hi flight profile, Sqn Ldr Sikandar flawlessly executed a precise bombing run under intense enemy fire.

Despite challenging conditions on the return journey, he skillfully navigated back to Pakistan, exemplifying exceptional bravery and airmanship.

PAF sustained its relentless offensive by destroying twenty Indian tanks, military vehicles and artillery across key sectors including Sialkot-Jammu and Wagah-Attari, while also shooting down two Indian Air Force Hunter jets, effectively weakening enemy combat power.

 

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Vickers viking Pakistan Air Force.

 

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H 6

 

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Halifax

 

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Sa -16

 

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T-37

 

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Tempest

 

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Viscount