Bandits
"Hamla Aur Fateh"
Attack and Victory
Role
Tactical Attack
Current Aircraft:
Veteran tactical attack squadron operating upgraded Mirage III ROSE I fighters. Part of Southern Air Command's 32 TA Wing with precision strike and maritime attack capabilities.
History
Formed in June 1960
Part of 32 TA Wing, Southern Air Command
Based at PAF Base Masroor, Karachi
Operates Mirage III ROSE I upgraded variants
Specialized in tactical attack and maritime missions
Long operational history with Mirage platform
Notable Operations
1971 War - Strike missions
Kargil Conflict 1999 - Combat air patrols
War on Terror - Precision strikes
Maritime security operations
Achievements
ROSE I (Retrofit of Strike Element) upgrade
Advanced navigation and targeting systems
Anti-ship missile capability
Night attack operations
Maintained operational excellence
Squadron Insignia
Bandit mask symbolizing stealth and surprise in tactical strikes