Pakistan successfully tests indigenous Fa'az air-to-air missile
· World · Times of India, Hindustan Times, Moneycontrol
Pakistan announced the successful flight test of its first indigenously developed air-to-air missile, the Fa'az, from a Pakistani JF-17 fighter jet. The Inter-Services Public Relations said the test was witnessed by senior military officers, scientists, and engineers involved in development. Equipped with a terminal guidance system, the missile is designed to engage aerial targets at longer ranges, adding operational flexibility for the Pakistan Air Force. The announcement provided no details of the missile's specific range, speed, or performance metrics. The test comes as Pakistan expands indigenous weapons production following the May 2025 military confrontation with India. Islamabad is also working with Turkey on beyond-visual-range missile technology.
Why it matters
The development signals Pakistan's push for self-reliance in advanced aerial warfare capabilities amid ongoing tensions with India, though specific technical details remain undisclosed.
Read the original report — Times of India
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