Pakistan conducts maiden flight test of locally developed Fa’az air-to-air missile
Fa’az air-to-air missile, equipped with advanced terminal guidance system, can engage aerial targets at longer ranges
On Tuesday, Pakistan accomplished a successful test flight of its inaugural home-grown air-to-air missile, the Fa'az, the military's media outlet announced. This achievement signifies a major step forward in Pakistan's aerospace and defense progress, according to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The missile incorporates an advanced terminal guidance system and has the capacity to target enemy positions from greater distances.
The ISPR emphasized that the Fa'az missile will greatly improve the operational flexibility of the Pakistan Air Force, thereby bolstering the nation's defensive capabilities. The successful test reaffirmed the technical sophistication, inventiveness, and self-reliance demonstrated by Pakistan's defense sector, the statement continued.
Senior military officials, scientists, and engineers who contributed to the missile's development were present during the test. President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, and service chiefs all extended their congratulations to the scientists involved. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi also issued a statement commending the nation for this achievement, highlighting the remarkable accomplishment of Pakistan's scientists and engineers.
Pakistan conducted two surface-to-surface missile tests last month. The Fatah-2 extended range (ER) hypersonic ballistic missile was tested on October 13, while the extended version of the Fatah-IV ground-launched cruise missile was tested a week prior. The Fatah-2 ER is equipped with advanced navigation and cutting-edge avionics, enabling it to target enemies with exceptional precision and defeat opposing missile defense systems due to its distinctive trajectory and maneuverability.
The Fatah-IV ER was described by the ISPR as being equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational aids, making it capable of engaging targets at extended ranges with high precision and lethality. Additionally, the test validated improved accuracy and enhanced survivability for various sub-systems incorporated into the weapon system.
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