The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) showcased the long-range operational capabilities of its indigenous JF-17 fighter jets during the Exercise Spears of Victory-2025 in Saudi Arabia, the military’s media wing said on Friday, as the PAF contingent returned home.
The international exercise, held at King Abdul Aziz Air Base, involved air forces from Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, France, Greece, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
“For this international deployment, PAF fighters executed a non-stop flight from their home base in Pakistan to Saudi Arabia and back, conducting in-flight air-to-air refueling, demonstrating long-range operational capabilities of the JF-17 Block-III aircraft,” the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said.
The PAF contingent participated with JF-17 Block-III fighter jets, combat pilots, and technical ground crew. The JF-17 Block-III earned recognition for its performance in combat scenarios, proving its technological strengths and operational potential in comparison to advanced fighter jets.
The exercise aimed to enhance interoperability among the participating nations through realistic air combat simulations. The PAF’s participation highlights its commitment to staying at the forefront of aerial warfare through joint exercises and modern combat training, ISPR added.
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