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In continuation to the F-16 Induction Plan and after the recent delivery of Block-52 F-16 C/D aircraft, PAF last week received the first batch of Advance Medium Range Air to Air Missiles (AMRAAM) AIM-120 from USA.

According to PAF spokesman the induction of these Beyond Visual Range (BVR) missiles in the PAF inventory not only marks the achievement of another major milestone in PAF Developmental Plan, but also bolsters its defensive capabilities manifold.

Additionally, this capability brings PAF at par with other modern Air Forces of the world in terms of sophistication of its air-to air arsenal. Importantly, this is the first time PAF has inducted BVR missiles which will strengthen its Air Defence capability manifold.

Delivery of the remaining aircraft, weapons including AMRAAMs & other related equipment is progressing as per schedule, and is planned to complete by the end of this year, the spokesman said.