{"id":38656,"date":"2026-11-05T05:53:44","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T03:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ir-ia.com\/news\/?p=38656"},"modified":"2026-11-05T05:53:46","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T03:53:46","slug":"pakistan-successfully-tests-first-indigenously-developed-air-to-air-missile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ir-ia.com\/news\/pakistan-successfully-tests-first-indigenously-developed-air-to-air-missile\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan successfully tests first indigenously developed air-to-air missile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Pakistan has successfully conducted the first flight test of its indigenously developed Fa\u2019az air-to-air missile, marking a significant step in the Pakistan Air Force\u2019s efforts to strengthen its combat capabilities and reduce dependence on foreign weapons suppliers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The test, announced by the military\u2019s media wing, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), on November 3, 2026, demonstrated the missile\u2019s advanced terminal guidance system and its ability to engage aerial targets at extended ranges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ISPR said the successful test highlighted the technical progress and growing self-reliance of Pakistan\u2019s defense industry. The missile is expected to improve the operational flexibility of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) by providing another weapon option for engaging hostile aircraft at longer distances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fa\u2019az is equipped with an advanced terminal guidance system designed to track and engage aerial targets during the final stage of flight. The missile uses an imaging infrared (IIR) seeker, which allows it to detect and track targets through their infrared signatures without relying on active radar guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Footage released by the ISPR showed the missile being launched from a JF-17 fighter, although the military’s statement did not specifically identify the launch platform. The Fa\u2019az missile family is projected to have a range exceeding 100 kilometers, potentially giving Pakistani fighter aircraft an additional long-range engagement capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fa\u2019az program reportedly includes different variants designed to provide the PAF with multiple targeting options. These include the Fa\u2019az-IIR, which uses an imaging infrared seeker, and the Fa\u2019az-RF, an active radar-guided version. A longer-range missile, designated Fa\u2019az-2, is also reportedly under development.
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PAKISTAN SUCCESSFULLY CONDUCTS FLIGHT TEST OF FIRST INDIGENOUSLY DEVELOPED FA\u2019AZ AIR- TO-AIR MISSILE Pakistan has conducted successful flight test of first indigenously developed Fa\u2019az air- to-air missile, marking another significant milestone in the advancement of national aerospace and defense capabilities. Equipped with state of the art terminal guidance system, it can engage enemy aerial targets at longer ranges. Fa\u2019az will significantly enhance operational flexibility of Pakistan Air Force, further strengthening the country\u2019s overall defense posture. The successful flight test underscores the technical maturity, innovation and self reliance achieved by Pakistan\u2019s defense industry. The launch was witnessed by senior officers of the Pakistan Armed Forces, along with distinguished scientists and engineers who played a pivotal role in the development of this advanced weapon system. The President, Prime Minister of Pakistan, COAS & CDF and Services Chiefs have congratulated the scientists and engineers on this remarkable achievement.<\/p>— DGPR (AIR FORCE) (@DGPR_PAF) November 3, 2026<\/a><\/blockquote>