Tigers
"Jazba e Junoon"
Spirit of Passion
Role
Air Superiority
Current Aircraft:
Distinguished air superiority squadron operating F-7PG fighters. Part of Northern Air Command's 36 TA Wing, defending Pakistan's northern borders.
History
Formed on 1 April 1957
Part of 36 TA Wing, Northern Air Command
Based at PAF Base Peshawar
Operates upgraded F-7PG fighters
Specialized in air defense and interception
Guards northern borders against intrusions
Notable Operations
1965 War - Air defense missions
1971 War - Combat air patrols
Soviet-Afghan War - Border interceptions
War on Terror - Air superiority missions
Achievements
Multiple confirmed aerial victories
Successful border defense record
High operational readiness
Advanced interceptor tactics
Night fighting capability
Squadron Insignia
Tiger in attack posture, symbolizing aggression and dominance