For the Anatolian Eagle 2023-2 international aerial exercises, a contingent of F-16 Block-52 combat jets from No. 5 Squadron (Pakistan Air Force – PAF) arrived at Turkiye. Between May 02 to May 12, 2023, the International Anatolian Eagle-2023 Exercise will be held in Konya’s 3rd Main Jet Base.
The 39th tactical wing, stationed in Jacobabad, and Southern Air Command both include the PAF’s No. 5 Squadron. The Pakistan Air Force’s second-oldest squadron, it participated in combat during both Indo-Pak wars.
Apart from Pakistan Air Force, the following air forces are also participating in this year’s Anatolian Eagle exercise.
Qatari Emiri Air Force (Eurofighter Typhoon)
Azerbaijan Air Force (Su-25)
United Arab Emirates Air Force (F-16 Block-60)
Royal Saudi Air Force (F-15SA)
Royal Air Force (Eurofighter Typhoon)
Through a variety of tactics and procedures used in a genuine combat setting, Anatolian Eagle aims to enhance the capacities of mutual support amongst forces.
April 25, 2023
Source: Defence Talks
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