A Pakistan Air Force (PAF) contingent has arrived in Saudi Arabia to take part in the multinational aerial combat exercise “Spears of Victory-2026.”
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the contingent includes F-16 Block-52 fighter jets along with air and ground crew. The team reached King Abdul-Aziz Air Base to participate in the large-scale military drills.
The exercise brings together air forces from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, France, Italy, Greece, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Military officials say the exercise aims to enhance interoperability, operational coordination, and mutual understanding among participating nations.
It will focus on advanced air combat tactics, including large force deployment, night operations, integrated intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and operations in complex electronic warfare environments.
The Pakistan Air Force is using the exercise to strengthen cooperation with allied air forces and validate its combat readiness.
As part of the deployment, PAF fighter jets completed a non-stop flight from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia, showcasing the force’s long-range operational capability and expeditionary strength.
During the drills, Pakistani pilots will fly modern F-16 aircraft equipped with advanced avionics and Beyond Visual Range (BVR) weapon systems. They will conduct joint missions and compete alongside a diverse range of international combat aircraft.
PAF officials described the exercise as an important opportunity to refine skills, share expertise, and further strengthen defense ties with friendly countries.