PAF completes ‘Golden Eagle’ air combat exercise, says ISPR

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has successfully concluded its “Golden Eagle” training exercise aimed at evaluating combat readiness and operational capabilities in an evolving regional security environment, the military’s media wing said on Tuesday.

In a statement, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said the exercise demonstrated the PAF’s full-spectrum warfighting capability and inter-operability across units. The drills focused on testing operational preparedness, coordination and rapid response under simulated combat conditions.

According to the ISPR, the exercise featured the practical application of artificial intelligence (AI)-based systems and network-centric operations, reflecting the air force’s shift toward technology-driven warfare. Locally developed advanced and smart technologies were also successfully employed during the drills.

The statement said the exercise was conducted in the context of changing regional security dynamics and was designed to validate the PAF’s operational concepts and strategic preparedness. It added that the air force reaffirmed its resolve to effectively counter emerging and future security challenges.

Dawn News, citing ISPR, reported that multiple operational air bases participated in the exercise, involving fighter aircraft, force enablers and ground support elements to simulate complex air combat scenarios. Senior PAF leadership observed various phases of the drills and expressed satisfaction over the professional standards displayed. The ISPR said the successful completion of Golden Eagle underscored the PAF’s commitment to maintaining a high state of combat readiness and safeguarding Pakistan’s airspace against potential threats