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What happened after Indo Pakistan War?
Following partition, princely states were left to choose whether to join India or Pakistan or to remain independent. India gained control of about two-thirds of the state (Kashmir valley, Jammu and Ladakh) whereas Pakistan gained roughly a third of Kashmir (Azad Kashmir, and Gilgit–Baltistan).
How many air bases are in India?
60 air stations
The Air Force currently has over 60 air stations all over India.
Where is the headquarters of Pakistan Air Force?
Islamabad
Air Headquarters (AHQ) is the Headquarters of Pakistan Air Force, located in Islamabad. Initially it was established at Peshawar on 15 August 1947.
How many squadrons are in Pakistan Air Force?
Combat Squadrons
Squadron | Nickname | Base |
---|---|---|
17 Squadron | Tigers | PAF Base Peshawar |
19 Squadron | Sherdils | PAF Base Bholari |
23 Squadron | Talons | PAF Base Samungli |
25 Squadron | Eagles | PAF Base Rafiqui |
Why do we celebrate Air Force Day in Pakistan?
Pakistan observes its Air Force day on September 7, a day after the National Defence day. It marks 55 years of the India-Pakistan war fought in 1965. The day is observed to pay homage to the soldiers for sacrificing their lives in defence of the country. Where Does Indian Air Force Stand Against Pakistan After 55 Years Of Indo-Pak War?
What was the result of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971?
On 16 December 1971, Pakistan ultimately called for unilateral ceasefire and surrendered its entire four-tier military to the Indian Army– hence ending the Indo-Pakistani war of 1971. On the ground, Pakistan suffered the most, with 8,000 killed and 25,000 wounded, while India only had 3,000 dead and 12,000 wounded.
Is the Indian Air Force better than the Pakistan Air Force (PAF)?
Quantitatively, India has an edge over Pakistan as the Indian Air Force (IAF) is the fourth-largest air force in the world after the US, China, and Russia with around 1,70,000 personnel and 1,500 aircraft. However, the IAF currently has a ratio of 1.5 pilots per aircraft as against 2.5 pilots per aircraft for the PAF.
What were the most successful air raids by India into Pakistan?
One of the most successful air raids by India into West Pakistan happened on 8 December 1971, when Indian Hunter aircraft from the Pathankot-based 20 Squadron, attacked the Pakistani base in Murid and destroyed 5 F-86 aircraft on the ground.