Minhasians
"Dil Se Dushman Tak"
From Heart to Enemy
Role
Multi-role Fighter
Current Aircraft:
Named after Shaheed Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas, Pakistan's youngest recipient of Nishan-e-Haider. Re-equipped with JF-17 Thunder, showcasing Pakistan's indigenous fighter capability.
History
Formed on 15 April 1956
Named in honor of Rashid Minhas, youngest Nishan-e-Haider recipient
Part of 39 Tactical Wing, Southern Air Command
Re-equipped with JF-17 Thunder multi-role fighters
Based at PAF Base Masroor, Karachi
Carries legacy of supreme sacrifice and valor
Notable Operations
Various air defense missions
Counter-terrorism operations
Maritime security patrols
Joint operations with Navy
Achievements
Named after Pakistan's youngest war hero
Upholds tradition of sacrifice and valor
Successfully transitioned to JF-17 platform
Maintains high operational readiness
Maritime strike capability
Squadron Insignia
Squadron insignia honors Rashid Minhas' sacrifice, representing unwavering dedication to duty