ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully conducted the flight test of its first indigenously developed Fa’az air-to-air missile, marking a new development in the country’s aerospace and defence capabilities, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
According to the military’s media wing, Pakistan has conducted successful flight test of first indigenously developed Fa’az air- to-air missile, marking another significant milestone in the advancement of national aerospace and defense capabilities.
Equipped with state of the art terminal guidance system, it can engage enemy aerial targets at longer ranges. Fa’az will significantly enhance operational flexibility of Pakistan Air Force, further strengthening the country’s overall defense posture. The successful flight test underscores the technical maturity, innovation and self reliance achieved by Pakistan’s defense industry.
The launch was witnessed by senior officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces, along with distinguished scientists and engineers who played a pivotal role in the development of this advanced weapon system.
The President, Prime Minister of Pakistan, COAS & CDF and Services Chiefs have congratulated the scientists and engineers on this remarkable achievement.
Earlier, Pakistan Army conducted a successful test launch of the hypersonic ballistic missile Fatah-2 Extended Range (ER), the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
According to the military’s media wing, the weapon system was equipped with advanced navigation and state-of-the-art avionics.
The missile was capable of engaging targets with high precision and defeating enemy missile defence systems due to its unique trajectory and manoeuvrability features.
The extended-range version of Fatah-2 further enhanced the Pakistan Army’s reach and its capability to engage targets deep inside enemy territory, the ISPR said.
The test launch was witnessed by Commander Army Rocket Force Command (ARFC), senior Pakistan Army officers, and scientists and engineers involved in the development of the weapon system.
The Commander ARFC appreciated the dedication and technical expertise of the scientists and engineers.
The president, prime minister, chief of army staff and chief of defence forces, and services chiefs congratulated the scientists and engineers on the successful test launch of the extended-range version of the Fatah-2 missile.
