Cobras
"Zarb e Qatil"
Deadly Strike
Role
Multi-role Fighter
Current Aircraft:
Elite multi-role squadron operating China's J-10C "Vigorous Dragon" fighters. Six J-10C jets inducted into PAF on 12 March 2022, representing a major leap in PAF's air combat capabilities.
History
Formed on 5 June 1955
Previously operated various aircraft types
Selected to operate China's advanced J-10C fighter
Six J-10C jets inducted on 12 March 2022
Currently stationed at PAF Base Minhas
Part of 33 Tactical Wing, Northern Air Command
Notable Operations
May 2025 Conflict - Shot down 6 IAF aircraft using J-10C with PL-15 missiles
Largest air engagement since WWII with 125 jets involved
Claims: 3 Rafales, 1 Su-30MKI, 1 MiG-29, 1 Mirage 2000
Zero Pakistani losses in engagement
Stand-off battle at ranges exceeding 100 km
Achievements
First PAF squadron to operate J-10C fighters
Historic air victory in May 2025 with 6 confirmed kills
Demonstrated PL-15 missile superiority
Largest air engagement since WWII
Zero losses while facing superior numbers
Established J-10C combat effectiveness
Squadron Insignia
Cobra ready to strike, symbolizing swift deadly precision and lethal capability