The day is being observed to honour the officers and airmen of the Pakistan Air Force who made supreme sacrifices in defence of the motherland, while acknowledging the force’s distinguished record in safeguarding Pakistan’s aerial frontiers.
The Pakistan Air Force’s decisive role in the 1965 war and its performance in Marka-e-Haq in May 2025 continue to symbolise its combat prowess and professional excellence.
In the 1965 war, the valiant Pakistani pilots, despite limited resources, not only repelled Indian air attacks but also handed India a resounding defeat, displaying unparalleled expertise in aerial combat and unwavering courage.
The PAF ace Muhammad Mahmood Alam, commonly known as M. M. Alam, shot down five Indian Air Force Hawker Hunter Mk. 56 fighters in less than a minute.