Rawalpindi: The Pakistan Air Force has successfully completed the “Golden Eagle” exercise within the jurisdiction of the Southern Air Command.
According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the objective of the exercise was to further enhance the operational capabilities of the Pakistan Air Force under artificial intelligence–based network-centric operations and to integrate modern, effective, and indigenously developed smart technologies on a single platform.
The exercise was conducted under a two-force construct, with friendly forces creating a realistic combat environment while operating within the framework of a robust integrated air defense system.
During the combat phase, swing-role fighter aircraft with first-shoot, first-kill capability were employed. These aircraft were equipped with long-range BVR air-to-air missiles, extended-range stand-off air-to-ground weapons, and highly precise targeting systems.
Air-to-air refuelers and airborne early warning and control platforms provided comprehensive support during the operations.
A key feature of the exercise was manned–unmanned teaming, in which long-range killer drones and loitering munitions were successfully employed in high-intensity, dense, and contested combat environments. This demonstrated the Pakistan Air Force’s ability to conduct rapid and complex operations in modern warfare scenarios.
The exercise was conducted under unified command and control from the Next Generation All-Domain Command and Control Center at Air Headquarters, Islamabad, featuring competitive operations across a full-spectrum, advanced aerial warfare environment.
According to the spokesperson of the Pakistan Air Force, the successful completion of Exercise Golden Eagle is clear evidence that the Pakistan Air Force remains fully prepared and committed to maintaining a high level of combat readiness, leveraging indigenous innovation, and effectively countering present and future security challenges.
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