AVM Saddozai highlights emerging technologies reshaping future warfare at PAF passing-out parade

• PAF Airmen Academy Korangi Creek holds passing out parade as AVM Akhtar Imran Saddozai reviews parade

• 1,045 trainees from PAF, Pakistan Navy and allied countries complete training

• PAF reiterates commitment to defence of national sovereignty alongside sister services

• Indigenisation drive underway under National Aerospace and Technology Parks initiative

 KARACHI: Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is a highly professional organisation, recognised as a combat-efficient force for its exemplary courage and operational excellence, and in line with the vision of the Chief of the Air Staff, the PAF Airmen Academy Korangi Creek is conducting training to cater to evolving Multi Domain Operations and future warfare challenges.

This was stated by Air Vice Marshal (AVM) Akhtar Imran Saddozai, Air Officer Commanding, Pakistan Air Force Southern Air Command, while addressing the passing out parade of trainees of Entries No. 2312, 2412 and 2506 held at PAF Airmen Academy, Korangi Creek, according to a PAF statement.

PASSING OUT PARADE HELD AT
PAF AIRMEN ACADEMY KORANGI CREEK

11 June, 2026: Passing Out Parade of Trainees, Entries No. 2312, 2412 and 2506 was held at PAF Airmen Academy, Korangi Creek. Air Vice Marshal Akhtar Imran Saddozai, Air Officer Commanding, Southern Air Command,… pic.twitter.com/77ME0NphfB

— DGPR (AIR FORCE) (@DGPR_PAF) June 11, 2026

AVM Saddozai was the chief guest at the ceremony. On arrival, he was received by Air Vice Marshal Muhammad Shahid Afzaal, Air Officer Commanding, PAF Airmen Academy Korangi Creek.

A total of 1,045 trainees from the Pakistan Air Force, Pakistan Navy and allied countries successfully completed their training, the statement added.

Addressing the parade, the chief guest said the PAF has always stood shoulder-to-shoulder with sister services in defending the sovereignty of Pakistan. He said that due to the challenging security environment on the eastern and western borders, the nation places high expectations on the Air Force, adding that the PAF would continue to uphold the same resolve demonstrated during Marka-e-Haq Bunyanum Marsoos.

“The world has witnessed the first-ever application of full-spectrum Multi Domain Operations by the PAF, utilising elements of space, cyber and electronic warfare along with long-range vectors, unmanned aerial systems and advanced aerial platforms against a numerically superior adversary,” he noted.

AVM Saddozai said emerging niche and disruptive technologies have transformed the nature of future conflicts. He added that, by the grace of Allah Almighty and under the guidance of national leadership, the PAF has embarked on a path of indigenisation under the National Aerospace and Technology Parks initiative.

During the ceremony, the Chief of the Air Staff Trophy for Overall Best Performance was awarded to Aircraftman Muhammad Anas Arshad. The Asghar Khan Trophy for Best in Aeronautics went to Aircraftman Muhammad Abu Bakar, while the Nur Khan Trophy for Best in Aero Avionics Technology was awarded to Aircraftman Mehmood Hassan. The Air Officer Commanding Trophy for Best in General Service Training was given to Academy Sergeant Aircraftman Muhammad Arsalan, whereas the Best Performance Trophy for a foreign trainee was awarded to Lance Corporal Ezzeldeen Khaled Al-Deik from Jordan.

Felicitating the graduating trainees and their parents, the chief guest wished them a bright future and success in their professional careers. He also commended the instructional staff for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to training excellence.