No. 53 Squadron
Hawks
"Shikar Ki Nazar"
Hunter's Gaze
Active
📅Formed: 1 July 2021
Role
Airborne Early Warning & Control
Current Aircraft:
Saab 2000 Erieye
Newest AEW&C squadron operating Saab 2000 Erieye aircraft. Part of Southern Air Command's 41 Tactical Wing, formed in 2021.
History
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Formed on 1 July 2021
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Part of 41 Tactical Wing, Southern Air Command
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Based at PAF Base Bholari
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Equipped with Saab 2000 Erieye AEW&C aircraft
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Enhances southern air defense coverage
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One of the newest PAF squadrons
Notable Operations
Air defense surveillance missions
Maritime domain awareness
Border security operations
Joint air defense coordination
Achievements
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Successfully established in 2021
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Enhanced AEW&C coverage
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Improved air defense posture
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Modern surveillance capability
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Strategic force multiplier
Squadron Insignia
Hawk with keen eyesight, symbolizing vigilance and precision